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• Conversation Groups
Conversation Groups
Scroll down to the middle of the page for a list of local conversation groups.

• Language Skills and General Literacy Sites
Lanternfish ESL for Adults
This site includes many exercises and games for improving English language skills.
Illinois Literacy LINCS
Developed by the Illinois State Library, this easy to navigate site offers adult learners information about current events, employment, and life skills.
Interesting Things for ESL Students
This large site links to lots of word games, puzzles quizzes, slang, proverbs and much more.
L.E.A.R.N. (Libraries' English and Reading Network)
Includes links to local groups that tutor one-on-one or teach in a classroom setting.
Learning Resources
Provided by CNN, adults can read, view, or listen to current news stories. Reading and vocabulary activities are included with each story.
Literacy List
This site for teachers and adult learners offers links to easy-to-read sites for reading, math, science, health, jobs, and more.
Self Study Quizzes for ESL Students
This collection of quizzes for English study includes grammar, idiom, vocabulary building, holiday quizzes, and more.

• Sites for Life Skills
All About Work: How to Find a Job
Includes getting ready for interviews, what to do at an interview, filling out a job application, and more.
Beehive
An online magazine from the Beehive, here’s where to find out about nutrition, injuries, parenting, health insurance options, and more.
Contacting the Congress
This site makes your congress members easy to find, and allows you to email them directly.
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