Woodridge Public Library has a variety of books, videocassettes, and audiocassettes to assist Woodridge residents with their English as a Second Language studies and with basic literacy skills development.
The following organizations provide further information, classes and/or tutors for learning English as a Second Language and for basic literacy skills (these programs are not sponsored by the library, but many of them use the library's facilities and materials):
- L.E.A.R.N. (Libraries' English and Reading Network)
http://www.adultslearnenglish.org
A network of Chicago-area library and non-profit organizations that provide materials and services to adults learning English. Includes a list of local ESL organizations and links to many ESL websites.
- The College of Dupage's ESL Programs:
ESL Literacy/Community Language Skills: for adults who wish to understand, speak, read and write English for everyday use.
ESL Family Literacy: for parents wanting to develop English language and reading skills to help their children succeed at school.
ESL Academic/Professional Program: for individuals who wish to prepare for study at U.S. colleges and for professional employment in the U.S.
Call 630-942-3697 for more information about the programs listed above.
- Illinois Adult Learning Hotline - Trained bilingual (English and Spanish) operators provide local program referrals. Call 1-800-321-9511 for more information.
- Literacy Volunteers of America, DuPage - Trains and provides tutors. Located in Naperville. Call 630-416-6699 for more information.
- Woodridge Neighborhood Resource Center - Located at 8274 S. Janes Ave. Call 630-910-7027 for more information.
- World Relief Refugee Services, Dupage Office - Located in Wheaton. Call 630-462-7566 for more information.
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