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English as an Additional Language

For students studying or teaching English as an Additional Language (EAL).

Browsing the shelves

You can browse the book shelves using these call numbers:

  • 400: Language
  • 404.2: Bilingualism
  • 407: Language education
  • 410: Linguistics
  • 420: English language
  • 421.52: English pronunciation
  • 423: English language dictionaries
  • 425 and 428.2: English grammar
  • 428.0076 and 428.24076: IELTS
  • 428.1: Spelling and pronunciation
  • 428.24: Grammar and Vocabulary
  • 428.6: English readers
  • 808: Academic writing

Readers for learning English

Readers are fiction and non-fiction books aimed at people learning to read English. Levels range from beginner to advanced readers. Many easy-to-read print books in the Library’s collection also include audio CDs.

Most of these books are at Carlton Library. Just browse the Library shelves for readers at call number 428.64.

Searching for readers in Library Search? Start with these search terms:

  • Easy to read materials
  • Literacy
  • Readers
  • Readers (adult)
  • Readers for new literates
  • High-interest, low vocabulary

Reference books and dictionaries

Reference books:

Dictionaries:

For more, see our Dictionaries and Encyclopedias subject guide.

e-Books guide

See the Library’s e-Book guide for tips on using e-books.

Search skills

Assignments: get started- find out how to research your topic to find suitable information.