The American Dream Starts @ your library Toolkit is your reference guide for developing and expanding literacy services for English language learners. We’ve collected models and examples of literacy services for adult English language learners from libraries across the country. See what other libraries are doing to help new immigrant populations adjust to life to American life and preserve their cultures. From virtual library tours and practical living advice to literacy classes, interpreters, and multi-lingual collections, use these libraries for inspiration!

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AMERICAN DREAM
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A brief primer on the origins of library literacy services to immigrant populations throughout a century of service.


An introductory guide to delivering and supporting literacy services for immigrants @ your library.


Models and examples of literacy services for adult English language learners from libraries across the country.

The American Dream Starts @ your library is an initiative of the American Library Association.
This initiative is generously funded by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation