This collection of units helps learners to build knowledge around the basics of the English Language.
- Courses for English Language Learners
- NRS Level (National Reporting System): Beginning ESL Literacy
- BEST Plus® SPL (Student Performance Level): 0-1
- Each unit is a collection of short lessons that are 3 minutes or fewer. Units usually take an hour or less to complete.
Unit 1: Names
Learn introductions with a first and last name.
Unit 2: The Alphabet
Review the complete English alphabet. Practice identifying letters.
Unit 3: Numbers 1-20
Learn and practice numbers 1-20.
Unit 4: Family
Learn vocabulary for family members (mother, father, daughter, son, parents, kids). Learn basic subject pronouns. (he/she). Learn the verb “is.”
Unit 5: Health
Learn vocabulary for health (sick, doctor, cough, fever), and the rest of the subject pronouns (I, you, we, they). Learn the verb “are.”
Unit 6: Food
Learn basic food vocabulary (eggs, chicken, rice, etc). Introduction to yes/no questions, including Do you/Does she/he/it? Learn the verb “need.”
Unit 7: Directions in a City
Learn names for places in a city (library, park, school, etc). Learn the question “Where is ___?” Learn basic direction words (turn, right, straight).
Unit 8: Looking for a Job
Learn basic job verbs (cook, drive, etc). Ask questions with “Can you….?”
Unit 9: Applying for a Job
Learn basic job interview words (apply, interview). Review yes/no questions with Can and Do.
Unit 10: At Work
Learn basic phrases to request help (“I need help! Please help me! Can you…?) Review common verbs (need, make) and learn several new verbs (send, fix).
Unit 11: Activities & Schedules
Learn days of the week, and how to say the day of the week. Review verbs by talking about things you do on different days of the week.