Mango Languages

... is the fast, easy and most effective way to learn to speak a foreign language.
This online language learning system teaches real conversation skills for practical communication. Through fun and engaging interactive lessons, Mango makes learning a new language fast, easy and incredibly effective. The system is completely web-based and remotely accessible, so you can learn anywhere you have an internet connection. As you listen to and repeat after native speakers, you'll learn more than just words and phrases. You’ll learn how those pieces can be rearranged and combined to make new thoughts, new conversations, and even more practical communication! In no time at all, you'll be able to navigate all sorts of everyday situations — get directions, order a meal, make new friends — the possibilities are endless!

Tutor.com

Tutor.com provides live online help for all age students needing assistance with homework. When the tutors are not available, students have access to their resource library. This program also provides career and resume help. Get an app for your iphone or ipod to be able to connect anywhere. For more information, call the Reference desk at 817.514.5865.

Learning Express Library

Learning Express Library provides access to over 350 practice tests including SAT, GED, ASVAB, TAKS, AP and U.S. Citizenship. There is a section for Spanish speakers that includes reading, writing, math and GED preparation. It also includes practice tests for civil service and vocational career certification. Your Watauga Public Library card is your passport to this interactive test preparation and practice resource.


Tumblereadables

This is an online collection of read-along titles for elementary, middle school, and high school students which features adjustable online text and complete audio narration. Sentences are highlighted as they are being read and the pages turn automatically. The collection features chapter books, early readers, YA/Teen Novels, high interest/low level books for both middle school and high school students, plus classics of American and English literature.

Read-Alongs are great for emergent, struggling, and reluctant readers, as well as being an excellent tool for ESL. They are also well received by strong and accomplished readers who are excited to follow along to the narration of their favorite books. Children, who are now growing up with e-mail, instant messaging, IPODs, and text messaging are early and willing adopters to this innovative online reading experience.

NWLINCS.org

The NorthWest Internet Gateway for Adult Education Online Resources is a compilation of lesson plans, student activities, web learning sites, free online classes for Adult Basic Education, computers, civics, English as a Second Language, GED, and job search skills. Useful for the teacher, tutor, or student.


Thinkfinity.org

Quick and easy access to the highest-quality teaching and learning materials, thousands of free lesson plans and resources for parents and teachers.

Verizon Thinkfinity offers comprehensive teaching and learning resources created by their content partners – the most respected organizations in each academic subject and literacy. The easy-to-navigate K-12 resources are grade-specific and are aligned with state standards.

Families with kids of all ages will also find excellent resources for practice, play, projects and reports on thinkfinity.org. Search for a specific topic, or choose from recommended activities, maps, games, reading lists and homework help.

Verizon Thinkfinity's free, award-winning professional development program shows educators how to use thinkfinity.org to enhance their effectiveness, engage learners and improve student achievement.


USA Learns

A free site for immigrants and other adults wanting to learn English and improve basic reading, writing, speaking and life skills.