Second Language Resources 

http://www.wida.us  North Carolina ESL standards and resources.

http://www.ncpublicschools.org/curriculum/esl/scos  All grade level ESL standards (WIDA Resource Guide)

http://documents.cms.k12.nc.us/dsweb/View/Collection-1771   Charlotte-Mecklenberg Schools has several resources for content teachers working with LEP students.  These teaching tips cover all subjects and all grade levels.

http://escort.org/?q=node/149  This site has access to The Help Kit! which includes strategies for Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science teachers.

http://www.colorincolorado.org  The words "Colorin Colorado" are significant because they are part of the popular and playful ending phrase to virtually all children's stories and fairy tales in Spanish-speaking countries.

www.starfall.com  This is a reading site with stories that cover the alphabet and phonics skills.  There are hard copy workbooks that go with the stories.

www.learnnc.org  This site includes audio web sites, sample lesson plans, and more!

http://www.pdictionary.com  The Internet Picture Dictionary, not audio, but with great visuals for teachers who struggle to communicate with ELLs.  A great source for flash cards.

http://www.everythingesl.net  This is an excellent site for the mainstream and ESL teachers.

http://bogglesworldesl.com  Lots of flashcards available for immediate printing plus ideas on how to use them; examine the other ESL resources, too.

http://www.sdcoe.k12.ca.us/score/cla.html  This resource is from the San Diego County Office of Education.  The Cyberguides are excellent for LEP students.

http://www.pbs.org/teachers  This site allows teachers to search for pbs materials and video clips on many subjects for all academic areas.

http://www.freetech4teachers.com  This site includes the civics lessons for ESL students along with other information, games, etc. for the other content areas.

http://www.awesomestories.com  You will find fiction and nonfiction stories and videos which include primary sources.  It is awesome.

http://www.adlit.org/strategy_library  Has a comprehensive list of strategies and supports.