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

Adult Literacy Collection

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.

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Learn English With Pronunciator

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.

Practice Your English

Learn and Practice Languages Other than English

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!

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Language Learning

"Around the World: A Celebration of World Cinema" featuring a stillshot from Portrait of a Lady on Fire

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World Cinema Collection

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

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Udemy for Language Learning

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

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!

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Language Learning

"Around the World: A Celebration of World Cinema" featuring a stillshot from Portrait of a Lady on Fire

Online Resource

World Cinema Collection

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

Online Resource

Udemy for Language Learning

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

Language Learning

ASL Workbooks, Dictionaries and More!

Other Ways to Reinforce Language Learning

Librarian Favorites: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten: read together from birth to age 5 to build early literacy. Start early, read often & celebrate the journey!

Hidden Perks of Your Library Card

More than physical books! A library card unlocks a wide range of opportunities — many of which you might otherwise have to pay for.

Headed for an Adventure? Check Out Pronunciator

The world is getting smaller for teens — which means your opportunities to explore it are bigger than ever.

Essential Resources for Dual Language Families

Finding materials that both support dual language learning and encourage a lifelong love of reading can be hard. We can help!

Librarian Favorites: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten: read together from birth to age 5 to build early literacy. Start early, read often & celebrate the journey!

Hidden Perks of Your Library Card

More than physical books! A library card unlocks a wide range of opportunities — many of which you might otherwise have to pay for.

Headed for an Adventure? Check Out Pronunciator

The world is getting smaller for teens — which means your opportunities to explore it are bigger than ever.

Essential Resources for Dual Language Families

Finding materials that both support dual language learning and encourage a lifelong love of reading can be hard. We can help!