Teach English. Teach Literacy.

​abc English is a collection of resources for teachers and tutors who work with adult and adolescent English learners who have emerging literacy skills. You can find materials here that are designed to be clear, engaging, and relevant for adult and adolescent English learners from refugee and immigrant backgrounds. Visit the Online Library for resources that you can download, print, and screen share. Visit the Books page to order printed books or PDF copies of books. 

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