Language Learning

Whether you are learning English or a language other than English, library resources are available to help you learn, practice and master a multitude of languages. In addition to spoken languages you may also learn sign language. From books to online learning platforms and programs, our resources will help you reach your learning goals.

Learn and Practice English

Did you know your library has resources for adult learners and English Language Learners (ELL)? Explore this expanded collection today and take advantage of guides that will help prepare you for the GED. These guides are available to borrow in both English and Spanish.

You don't have to know English to learn English. Learn by using any of Pronunciator's courses in over 50 native languages. The courses are taught in a language you know so you can master a new one you don't know.

Learn and Practice Languages Other than English

Language Learning

Fall in Love with a New Language with Pronunciator

Learn a romance language like Spanish, French, Italian or Portuguese with Pronunciator! Access self-directed lessons with your BCLS card!
"Around the World: A Celebration of World Cinema" featuring a stillshot from Portrait of a Lady on Fire

World Cinema Collection

An expansive, curated collection of films in languages other than English depicting stories from around the world. Available on Kanopy.

LOTE4KIDS

Access 5000+ digital picture books in 75+ languages-other-than-English (LOTE). Great for bilingual families or those learning a new language

Udemy for Language Learning

Learn a foreign language fast with top-rated courses from Udemy including classes taught in many native languages.

Learn and Practice American Sign Language

In addition to English and foreign languages, BCLS helps you tackle American Sign Language. With its own complex grammar, syntax, and vocabulary, it can seem like an intimidating language to try. Take a look at what we have to offer below!

Lote4Kids

LOTE4Kids offers Stories in American Sign Language to help develop, practice and reinforce communication skills. Great for kids and fun for adults!

Udemy

Learn and master American Sign Language with online courses through Udemy! Expand your knowledge from fingerspelling to storytelling.

ASL Workbooks, Dictionaries and More!

Other Ways to Reinforce Language Learning

Other Ways to Reinforce Language Learning

¡A Leer! Get Reading!

¡Consigue estos libros de cuentos ilustrados en español y fomenta el amor por la lectura! Get Spanish books and inspire a love of reading!

¡Puedo Leer! I Can Read!

Lee y aprende con estos libros educativos para lectores principiantes. Read and learn with these educational books for early readers.

Foreign Language Films

Whether you're an English-speaking foreign film fan, or you're a native speaker you'll love these acclaimed movies.

Learn a New Language

Whether you're traveling or just dreaming of traveling, check out these books to learn a new language!
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