In Honor of World Refugee Awareness Week
Meet Jill from CADL's Outreach Department and Eric from CADL Okemos!
While we are disappointed we can’t honor this important week in person this year, we want you to know that we are still here and welcome you to check out our online materials and services.
The Capital Area District Libraries (CADL) provides many resources to assist members with learning a new language, improving English skills and citizenship practice. We also have a collection of foreign language books and films to inform and entertain. All of these are free with a CADL card . If you don’t already have a library card, you can sign up on our website here.
Adult Basic English
o Materials for learning and improving English reading and writing skills.
§ Created for anyone who has a good foundation in English grammar and reading skills. It provides articles that are short and written to support your reading skills as you learn about topics in English that you need for school, work, and everyday life.
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
o Check out books, CDs, and movies to support learning English.
§ Learn English in one of 120 other languages at your own pace using conversation practice, flashcards, and quizzes.
Citizenship
o Print resources for applying, studying and interviewing for the U.S. Naturalization Test.
o Schedule a Book-a-Librarian Appointment: Make an appointment to practice for the USCIS Naturalization Test by calling Jill at 517-334-1519 or email aboodj@cadl.org. For Okemos Patrons: Make an appointment to practice for the USCIS Naturalization Test by calling Eric at 517-347-2021 ext. 2029 or email stantone@cadl.org.
o Free Online Resources: U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and USALearns
Learn other Languages
o Books and CDs to assist in learning a new language
o Learn 163 different languages at your own pace using conversation practice, flashcards, and quizzes.
World Languages Collection
o Enjoy popular books and movies in a variety of languages from around the world.
o Kanopy on-demand video streaming service offers films in almost 100 languages.
Library Programs Once We Reach Level 3 of Service
o Visit CADL Branches for: Drop-In Citizenship Classes, English for Speakers of Other Language (ESOL) Reading Groups, and Conversational Spanish Classes. Please check out our Event Calendar for Locations and times.
o Learn more about CADL’s reopening plan here.
Jill A., CADL Community Engagement Specialist & Eric S., Public Service Librarian