Wayne RESA: EL/Multilingual Resources for Educators and Families by

Read, Wonder, and Learn

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:27:06 UTC

Author Kate Messner has many authors on her page who read their books aloud, show children how to draw their characters, and more. Scroll down for more and more videos.

Storytime from Space

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:31:12 UTC

Astronauts read books from space. Most books are in English; at least one book is in Spanish. Click arrows in blue bar at top of page to see books.

100+ Free Video Read Alouds

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:36:32 UTC

The Indianapolis Public Library has clear links to videos of more than 100 free read-alouds.

Storyline Online

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:38:50 UTC

Actors read books aloud.

Read, Draw, Create Community

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:40:02 UTC

by Authors Everywhere! Authors share their work with activities, such as drawing and writing.

Unite for Literacy

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:42:13 UTC

Books are written in English or Spanish, but have narration available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Spanish, Hindi, Hmong, and Armenian.

Kids Ask Authors

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 12:50:51 UTC

Students can submit a book review, poem, story, or joke to the Kids Ask Authors podcast.

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 18:39:52 UTC

Wayne Metropolitan Community Action Agency provides energy (heat and electricity) and water assistance, housing and food assistance, children and family services, and job and education development. Please call Wayne Metro at (313) 388-9799 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. for help.

Learn English Kids

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:06:40 UTC

Learn English Kids provides online games, songs, stories, and activities to learn English. Sponsored by the British Council.

Duolingo

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:07:58 UTC

A free site to learn English and many other languages. There is also a free app for your phone or device. On the website, you can begin by choosing your native language in the upper right corner, which will allow you to choose English as a learning option. You may add as many languages as you want.

ESL Videos

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:10:39 UTC

Free lessons, quizzes, and online conversations to improve listening, speaking, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Best for grades 6 - 12.

Brain Pop ELL

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:14:23 UTC

All areas of Brain Pop, including Brain Pop ELL, are free while schools are closed. To sign up, scroll down the page and click on "free family access."

Ducksters

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:22:39 UTC

History, biography, geography, and science articles with activities. Audio is available at the bottom of each article. Best for upper elementary.

Wild Kratts

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:25:30 UTC

Science videos and games for kids, based on the PBS series.

Science Buddies

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:27:26 UTC

Great STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) activities for all ages, often supported by videos.

Prodigy

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:30:26 UTC

Online math games. You may sign in with a google account, or create a free account.

Hooda Math

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:31:40 UTC

Math games by grade and by math area/concept. Scroll to the bottom of the page to choose.

NewsELA

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:40:23 UTC

Interesting articles at various reading levels. When you see an article you like, you can click on the lexile level (a number with an L, such as 510L), and it will take you to that level of English reading. To sign up for a free account, click on "I'm a Student." Many articles are also available in Spanish.

Epic!

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:43:28 UTC

A digital library for children ages 12 and under, with video and audio for many books. There are also books in Spanish. Click on "Families" to join free for 30 days.

Starfall for Grades 1 - 3

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:46:03 UTC

Reading, language arts, math, and seasonal activities for grades 1-3.

Scholastic Learn at Home

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:48:27 UTC

Scroll down to choose your grade level for activities to keep reading, thinking, and growing. Texts have a read-aloud feature, adjustable reading levels, and vocabulary support.

PBS Kids

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:49:53 UTC

Educational games and videos, plus a newsletter for resources for parents.

World Book Kids in Multiple Languages

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-20 20:52:41 UTC

Content-rich videos and reading. You can choose to translate the text into multiple languages along with audio.
After you find an article of interest, click on the settings/tool icon in the upper right, then click on translate, and then choose the language. If you click on the audio icon next to the text (on the left), the text will be read in that language while the words are highlighted. Brought to you by Michigan eLibrary.

Khan Academy

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 14:04:01 UTC

Khan Academy provides support for many high school courses, including AP courses, in areas such as biology, chemistry, physics, U.S. history, world history, and American government. Click on the "courses" tab in the upper left corner to see all subjects.

CNN 10

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 14:13:50 UTC

Current events explained in engaging 10-minute videos, and you can download a transcript.

PBS Nova

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 14:27:30 UTC

Science documentaries in video format.

The Nobel Prize: Educational Games

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 14:28:19 UTC

Engaging, interactive biology games that address concepts such as blood typing, immune response, DNA, and the hemispheres of the brain. All games require Adobe Flash Player.

Science Buddies

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 14:32:02 UTC

Great STEM activities for all ages, often supported by videos.

Khan Academy Math

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 15:02:02 UTC

A comprehensive math resource with videos for teaching concepts. Continuing scrolling down the page to find your grade level or specific courses, such as algebra, geometry, and calculus.

Math Planet

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 15:26:25 UTC

Math resources and video lessons in pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, and practice for the SAT and ACT.

High School

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 15:27:51 UTC

The following resources are directed toward high school students:

Math TV

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 15:53:20 UTC

Videos of teachers explaining math concepts and practice problems with English, Spanish, and closed captioning options.

Breaking News English

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 16:28:27 UTC

Free news in English, with articles available at 7 levels, and accompanying activities.

Mates Libres (Math in Spanish)

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 16:31:23 UTC

Math concepts and exercises in Spanish.

Global Storybooks Portal

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 16:34:46 UTC

Global Storybooks is a free multilingual literacy resource for children and youth worldwide. Read, download, toggle, and listen to a wide variety of illustrated stories from different countries in multiple languages.

Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems!

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 16:38:45 UTC

Mo Willems, the author and illustrator of the beloved Pigeon book series, teaches children to draw in a series of videos on YouTube.

NewsELA

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 16:42:17 UTC

Interesting articles at various reading levels. When you see an article you like, you can click on the lexile level (a number with an L, such as 660L), and it will take you to that level of English reading. To sign up for a free account, click on "I'm a Student." Many articles are also available in Spanish.

No Red Ink

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 17:06:43 UTC

Writing and grammar practice using your favorite celebrities, friends, and interests, to make learning fun and relevant. If your school does not use this resource, click on "I don't have a class code," and you will be directed to a page where you can create your free account.

Common Lit

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 17:09:43 UTC

High-quality free reading passages in English and Spanish, with translation and read-aloud tools. There also may be activities and video resources attached to a text.

Smithsonian TweenTribune

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 17:14:15 UTC

Articles on many interesting topics. Each article can be read at 4 different levels, and many articles are in Spanish.

Scholastic Learn at Home: Grades 6 - 9

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 17:18:09 UTC

Articles, stories, and activities are organized around a different topic each day. There is audio support by clicking on the "text-to-speech" icon.

Reading A-Z ELL Edition

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-21 17:47:42 UTC

EL reading resources with 14-day free trial (blue button at top of page). There are also books at reading levels for grades K - 8 in English, Spanish, and French. (Teachers and schools can sign up for free accounts at this time. Check with your teacher/school if this is an option for your child.)

ESL at Home - No Tech

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-23 16:30:31 UTC

A schedule of creative activities for elementary students, in 8 languages (including Spanish, Arabic, and Urdu), to do over a 4-week period--no technology required. (Easiest to read if you open in a new tab or window.)

STEM Teaching Tools: Science Learning

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-23 16:47:21 UTC

Resources for families in English, Arabic, and Spanish to continue science learning at home, including advice and sample menus for what to do at home. Directed toward adults to help children.

STEM Teaching Tools: Science Learning

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-03-23 16:50:36 UTC

Resources for families in English, Arabic, and Spanish to continue science learning at home, including advice and sample menus for what to do at home.

Colorin Colorado: Reading Tips in Multiple Languages

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-03 14:02:04 UTC

Tips for reading with children through 3rd grade in 13 languages, including Vietnamese, Spanish, and Arabic. Scroll to the bottom of the page to choose your language.

MDE: Meeting the Needs of English Learners

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-17 15:50:04 UTC

Guidance and resources from MDE to meet the needs of ELs.

MAISA EL Assessment: Recommended Actions

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-17 15:57:45 UTC

Guidance on assessment for ELs, including individual learning goals, reflection and self-assessment, general learning and language rubrics, and portfolios (digital or paper).

MAISA: Guiding Principles to Help Meet the Assessment Needs of ELs

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-17 16:01:38 UTC

Guiding principles for assessing ELs at this time, including focusing on socio-emotional needs, language and literacy development, and using family/home language/s for assessment.

Oakland County K-12 ESL Resources

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-17 16:06:24 UTC

Community, communication, health, and education resources for educators and families, including educational resources, professional learning, and advocacy.

Colorin Colorado: Empowering EL Families at Home

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-17 17:03:35 UTC

All parents can be helpful in their children's literacy development, regardless of their language, education, or literacy level, and can contribute to their children's education in valuable ways.

Ready DLL Mobile App

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-04-23 19:06:24 UTC

Ready DLL is for Head Start and Early Head Start educators who work with multilingual learners. You can learn survival words and key sentences in Spanish, Arabic, Mandarin, and Haitian Creole, view resources and videos to learn more about effective teaching practices, and more.

OS Accommodations for ELs: Remote Learning and Beyond

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-05-07 21:05:52 UTC

Differentiation tips for ELs with suggested free online resources that match them, organized into the 7 categories-- including lesson planning and formative assessment, interaction and academic discourse, vocabulary, and feedback. Created by Oakland Schools.

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-05-26 13:33:06 UTC

Newcomer Parent Resources - Available in 16 different languages.

Resources for Anti-Bias and Anti-Racism Education

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-06-08 23:40:24 UTC

Anti-racist resources curated by SupportEd, an organization dedicated to supporting English Learners. Resources from anti-racist educators and organizations are organized under headings such as educational resources, resources for families, and understanding white privilege and what it means to be an ally.

Find Fun

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-06-09 14:59:57 UTC

Click on a date at the top of the page to find virtual events. This page may be translated into Arabic or Spanish by clicking on a menu at the bottom right of the page. The translation is for the main page, not for each individual event.

Find Food

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-06-09 15:02:53 UTC

Click on a date at the top of the page to find food distribution sites. The site can be translated into Arabic or Spanish by clicking on a menu at the bottom right of the page. The translation is for the main page, not for each individual food site, but times and addresses are clear for where to find food.

Find Help

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-06-09 15:03:54 UTC

Great Start Detroit/Wayne County has many resources for support linked to this page in categories such as: food, housing, bills, clothes, parent tools, early learning, and health and wellness.

Professional Learning for Equity (3 Dimensions)

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-06-09 15:13:15 UTC

Visual resource for what educators can do on their own, in teams, and as a whole school to address equity in the 3 dimensions: beliefs, actions, and systems. (From The Learning Professional at learningforward.org)

Talking Points

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-24 19:33:41 UTC

Communicate with families in their home languages.

Translate Docs in Google Docs

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-24 19:38:38 UTC

This 20-second video (no sound or spoken language--all visual) shows you how to translate documents using Google Docs.

Microsoft Translator in MS Word

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-24 19:41:30 UTC

This video shows you how to to use Microsoft Translator in Microsoft Word.

Speak Any Text

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-24 19:44:08 UTC

This is a chrome extension that can read text in many languages.

Colorin Colorado: Building Strong Parent-Educator Partnerships

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-24 20:40:23 UTC

Colorin Colorado offers numerous resources for teachers and educators in order to strengthen the school-home partnership with multilingual families. Some resources in Spanish as well.

Learning for Justice (formerly Teaching Tolerance): Resources for Back to School

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-24 22:17:32 UTC

"This school year will be unlike any other. These resources can help you as you discuss racism and police violence, support your students through coronavirus and routinely practice self-care. They can also help you show up for your students—and yourself—whether you’re working remotely or in person."

Free fruits and vegetables

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-08-27 21:04:12 UTC

Double up food bucks: Buy $1 of fruits and vegetables with your Bridge card, and get $1 FREE fruits and vegetables.

Assessment Tools for Bridge between Language Acquisition and Disability

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-10-22 20:54:34 UTC

https://padlet.com/wulatik/d99dr19gwo2hc07
Tools for ELs with suspected disabilities organized by categories:
- Assessment processes and tools
- Tools for matching instruction to English language proficiency level
- Tools for distinguishing between difference and disability
- Tools to follow federal and state laws and guidelines

ImmSchools

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-10-22 21:00:24 UTC

ImmSchools provides resources and partners with schools and districts to address the holistic needs of immigrant and undocumented students in the K-12 setting.

School Leader Best Practices: Supporting Undocumented Students and Families

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-10-22 21:04:19 UTC

All children, regardless of citizenship and immigration status, have the right to equal access to a free public education in our K-12 system. Resources organized by categories such as curriculum, legal rights, safe zone resolutions, and more. Curated by ImmSchools.

Michigan Immigrant Rights Center: Right to Education in Michigan

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-10-22 21:07:13 UTC

All children, regardless of citizenship and immigration status, have the right to equal access to a free public education in our K-12 system. Explanation of rights under Plyler v. Doe, 1982, and FERPA.

Letter from OCR and MDE (2017)

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-10-22 21:09:23 UTC

All children, regardless of citizenship and immigration status, have the right to equal access to a free public education in our K-12 system. Guidance on how NOT to violate civil rights of students, even with pressure from other governmental agencies Explanation of rights under Michigan’s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) as well as Plyler v. Doe, 1982, and FERPA.

Protecting Undocumented and Vulnerable Students

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-10-22 21:19:16 UTC

Comprehensive overview by Stanford Law School on the right to education of undocumented children; policies needed to protect students, parents, and schools, and create a safe school environment; meeting the needs of unaccompanied children, and more. While examples are from California, all of the guidance stems from federal law and court decisions.

Immunizations/Vaccines Wayne County Public Health Clinic

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-11-04 12:27:19 UTC

The Wayne County Department of Public Health Clinic provides essential services to children and adults in Wayne County, including immunizations. Vaccines/ immunizations are free with Medicaid, or $10 per vaccine if you do not have Medicaid.

Google Translate Extension for webpages

ZeinabHaidous — 2020-12-08 16:12:09 UTC

The Google Translate extension can be used to translate webpages into any language that Google supports. Make sure that the extension is whitelisted on district devices, and help families use this extension to translate district web pages and for students to understand online resources.

YouTube Autotranslate Captions

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-02-18 16:00:55 UTC

To autotranslate captions:
- Click on CC for captions in English
- Click on settings
- Click on subtitles
- Click on autotranslation
- Choose language from list

International Digital Library

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-02-18 16:34:25 UTC

A fundamental principle of the International Digital Library is that children and their families deserve to have access to the books of their culture, as well as the majority culture, regardless of where they live.

The Fable Cottage

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-02-18 16:38:10 UTC

2020 WIDA English Language Development (ELD) Standards Framework

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-05-25 01:48:58 UTC

This document not only explains the WIDA ELD Standards, but also unpacks them in "grade-level cluster materials" for practical application in the classroom.

Understanding the WIDA ELD Standards Framework
• Language and content integration
• Key Language Uses: Language uses across disciplines
• Language Expectations: Goals for content-driven language learning
• Proficiency Level Descriptors—a continuum of language development

MDE-- Advancing Equity: A Strategic Vision for ELs

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-05-25 01:49:37 UTC

English Learner Data 101 (Basics)

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-09-23 14:11:01 UTC

Join Jen Paul and Chad Bailey from the Michigan Department of Education as they provide a broad introduction to English Learner (EL) assessments and their corresponding data. It covers key terms and concepts, proper uses and limitations of the data, and finally where and how to access the data. (Video: 30 min.)

Supporting Multilingual Learners Using Technology and SIOP Strategies

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-09-23 14:14:04 UTC

Tech tools that integrate well with different SIOP components are identified and linked, and examples of uses are provided. All tools have free versions, though some may offer premium subscriptions as well.

Multilingual Learners/Dual Language Learners (DLLs) in Early Childhood Settings

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-09-23 14:15:38 UTC

Resources for assets-based, language-focused early education settings from WIDA Early Years and other sources.

MDE Guidance for ELs and 3rd Grade Reading Law

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-10-13 16:37:01 UTC

School Leader Best Practices: Supporting Undocumented Students and Families

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-10-15 16:03:01 UTC

Letter from OCR and MDE (2017)

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-10-15 16:03:30 UTC

OELA Toolkit

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-10-15 16:38:22 UTC

The U.S. Department of Education has created a toolkit to support districts meet their obligations to their English learners. Topics include providing ELs with a language assistance program, addressing ELs with disabilities, and evaluating a district program.

MDE English Learner Resources

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-10-15 16:41:04 UTC

Topics include legislation and funding, English language development standards, data and assessment, and EL program supports.

Dear Colleague Letter (OCR)

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-10-15 16:47:05 UTC

Legal obligations for SEAs so ELs "can meaningfully participate in...educational programs and services."
The OELA Toolkit (also linked in this column) was created to provide guidance to meet the legal obligations in this letter.

Family Engagement

ZeinabHaidous — 2021-11-18 21:41:31 UTC

https://padlet.com/ZeinabHaidous/nny8wmw0o10bdcu8
Resources for family engagement with multilingual families.

Raising Children in a New Country: An Illustrated Handbook

ZeinabHaidous — 2022-03-21 12:06:41 UTC

This booklet was created for agencies serving refugees and immigrants in order to support their efforts to ensure that newcomer parents have the basic information they need about U.S. laws and parenting practices. Available in 11 languages, including Arabic, Spanish, Hmong, Dari, and Pashto.

Phrasebooks in Dari and Pashto

ZeinabHaidous — 2022-03-21 12:10:15 UTC

Indiana University has developed a Dari/Pashto phrasebook for people who assist with any of our Afghan guests who happen to be joining us in the United States as refugees. It was developed by our Afghan language specialist, Dr. Rahman Arman, who has developed various language materials in Dari and in Pashto and who teaches Pashto at Indiana University. The phrasebook may be used either by English speakers who are assisting or by speakers of Dari or Pashto who are being assisted.

School CNXT

ZeinabHaidous — 2022-03-21 12:14:16 UTC

A system for school-home-community communications that includes translation and data analytics on family engagement. Used in Chicago Public Schools and other districts.

Newcomers

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-01-09 15:42:41 UTC

https://padlet.com/ZeinabHaidous/zycxcngx86jv8yh
Resources for newcomer and refugee students, with an emphasis on students from Afghanistan and Ukraine.

Translation and Interpretation Code of Ethics

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:38:36 UTC

7C Lingo

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:38:56 UTC

Based in Lansing, Michigan.

Bromberg Translations

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:39:16 UTC

Based in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

Voices for Health

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:39:25 UTC

Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

University Translators Services, LLC

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:39:40 UTC

Based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Propio (formerly Telelanguage)

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:39:48 UTC

National translation and interpretation services.

Language Line

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:39:58 UTC

National translation and interpretation services.

Language Access Plan Guidance

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:40:07 UTC

Guidance from MDE on when to use an interpreter/translator, and when to use technology.

Multilingual Learners: Program Models and Service Minutes

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-16 22:45:14 UTC

Multilingual Learners: Program and Service Minutes was a presentation on Language Assistance Program (LAP) development and current MDE Section 41 Guidance. Padlet contains the presentation and resources from the 2023 Michigan Special Populations Conference.

Interpretation and Translation Guidelines from Immigrant Connections

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-17 14:04:00 UTC

Translators Resource List - Michigan Department of State

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-17 14:04:44 UTC

ImmSchools

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-20 15:17:36 UTC

ImmSchools provides resources and partners with schools and districts to address the holistic needs of immigrant and undocumented students in the K-12 setting.

Protecting Undocumented and Vulnerable Students

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-20 15:17:50 UTC

Michigan Immigrant Rights Center: Right to Education in Michigan

ZeinabHaidous — 2023-11-20 15:18:04 UTC