Library Resources

Does your learner have a library card?  Anyone can apply (no need to be a permanent resident or Canadian Citizen).  On-line access allows learners to order books on-line and use the digital contents.  It's a great idea to make sure your learner is familiar with the Adult Learner collections at the library.  This includes ESL materials such as grammar books, pronunciation DVD's, as well as easy reading resources.  The Children's department is another good source for materials.
Most of our tutors and learners are meeting in spaces where WiFi is available.  At the libraries, you can access computers or bring your own laptop.  You can show your learner some of the interesting tools on the Fraser Valley Regional Library web-site.  Check out the Digital Resources, such as BookFLIX, where English learners can watch and read interactive children's stories online.  Tumblebook Cloud allows readers to listen as they read along - a great way to improve English! 
Contact me if you have any questions!

Canada Day Resources

Happy Canada Day from Chilliwack's Volunteer Tutor Program!
Check out the resource pages compiled by LISTN, the B.C. ESL instructors network.  They could be used for individual tutoring as well as Conversation Circles.
For lower level learners:
http://www.elsanet.org/site/wp-content/uploads/Resources-for-Lower-Levels-Canada-Day.pdf
For higher level learners:
http://www.elsanet.org/site/wp-content/uploads/Resources-for-Higher-Levels-Canada-Day.pdf