There are many resources available at your local library to help you learn the English language. You will need a library card to access them at home. It is free and easy to apply for a library card. Learn more about how to get one. Then, explore the resources below to find books, CDs and online resources to help you study. You can also ask a librarian for help finding what would work best for you.
Audiobooks can be a great way to practice listening to spoken English. It can be especially helpful to listen to a story while reading along in the matching book. Use the links below to browse our collection of books on CD, as well as eAudiobooks provided through the Overdrive and TumbleBooks websites. Be sure to check out our list of recommended books for English language learners as well. If you need help, ask us.
Use your library card to access an interactive language learning website or an online class to improve your listening and speaking skills.
It is free and easy to get a library card.
Your library card allows you to borrow library materials and access online resources. Learn more and get started today.
Check out our list of recommended online resources for speaking and listening.
Each library location has a special section of books for English language learners. This section contains books about grammar, pronunciation and building vocabulary, as well as immigration and the TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS exams. Use the links below to browse this collection. Then, use your library card to place a hold on the ones that interest you. If you need help, ask us.
Use your library card to read eBooks online through the OverDrive, EBSCO and TumbleBooks websites.
You can also find bilingual editions of many books at your library. These books are written in both English and another language, mainly Spanish, Korean, or Vietnamese. Browse our bilingual materials using the links below.
Start by checking out the books under Recommended Reading. Or, get in touch with a My Perfect Read advisor who is interested in language learning or your favorite reading topic.
Use your library card to access these websites for more resources to improve your reading and writing skills.
It is free and easy to get a library card.
Your library card allows you to borrow library materials and access online resources. Learn more and get started today.
Check out our list of recommended online resources for reading and writing.