GENERAL RESOURCES
This can work as a real-time writing piece so that both tutors and learners can interact with the document in real-time. This could be an opportunity for students to create a writing sample if they have access to a smart phone or computer.
Brown County Library (920-448-4400)
Don’t have a library card? Apply for your card online by clicking the link above, call a librarian to get your official card number and dive into their digital library. During the COVID-19 closure at libraries, all customers will have access to the Brown County Library’s online resources, even if there is a balance on your library card. The library has many resources you can access online such as Rosetta Stone, Adult Learning Center, Hoopla, Lynda and Libby.
ELL RESOURCES
Password: 7c7828
If tutors are currently using Ventures Curriculum, they can use their online resource, Ventures Arcade, for free.
This is a great resource for tutors to use with students. They can practice rewriting the sentences with corrections. This could be used with Google Docs. (Paste the uncorrected material into the Google Doc, and have your learner try to correct the mistakes.)
If a student does not already have an email, help the student set up an email account over the phone to compose their first email. The link will lead you to a lesson plan resource from the British Council.
For English Language Learners of all levels
www.eslgold.com
www.americaslibrary.gov
www.freerice.com
www.chompchomp.com/menu.htm
Family Literacy & Parent Resources
Boys and Girls Club Cyber Clubhouse
Pre-K -2nd Grade Read-aloud resource for Animals, People, and STEM
Animal category is also available in Spanish.
Login: Abdo zoom
Password: 2020
Pre-K - 6th Grade Digital Books
Login: ABDO Elementary
Password: 2020
Login: ABDO Secondary
Password: 2020
CITIZENSHIP RESOURCES
USCIS has created a YouTube channel for individuals studying for their Citizenship Test.
Students can choose “Free Citizenship Practice Test”. They can also access flashcards for citizenship
study prep.
TUTOR RESOURCES
This month's Tutor Talk email.
MATH RESOURCES
PhotoMath is a free APP that you can download; it allows you to take a photo of a math problem and instantly receive step by step instructions on how to solve the problem. This can be a great resource for the student who is hoping to continue to learn while you take a break. (A huge thank you to one of our fellow tutors for mentioning it! It is an awesome resource.)
https://edu.gcfglobal.org/en/topics/math/
www.khanacademy.org
www.tv411.org
COMPUTER SKILLS
GED RESOURCES
The student would need a Brown County Library Card to Access the materials. They have materials for GED Prep and Practice Tests. If the student does not have a library card, follow the instructions below:
Use this link to access BadgerLink without a library card: http://BadgerLink.dpi.wi.gov/lel
1. Learners go to Learning Express Library
2. Click through the web pages to select the specific practice test, tutorial, skill-builder exercise, etc…. 3. Click on the box that says, “Sign in or Register to Begin”
4. Input a valid email address, select a personal password, and you are a new user
5. Click on “Register”
Students will need their username and password to log in.
Students can create an account for free once they log in.
Students should choose “GED prep” when they log in.
Students should NOT add things to their cart or give a credit card number, ONLY choose “Free
practice materials.”
covid-19 RESOURCES
Information about COVID-19 in Spanish.
Health Literacy Flyer in Plain Language
Plain Language Safer at Home Order
Wisconsin Literacy COVID-19 Resources (available in multiple languages)
COVID-19 Relief Cash Payment if you do not file a tax return
COVID-19 Related Emergency Assistance through United Way Brown County
Emergency Assistance through Forward Service Corporation
Current Immigration Rules and Public Benefits
