ELL & Citizenship

See how the library can help with learning English and preparing for U.S. citizenship.

Learning English for the first time or new to the United States? Our ELL collection on the second floor has books, DVDs, audiobooks, and many other helpful resources, including:

  • Information in many languages about citizenship classes and passing the citizenship test
  • Health literacy resources, including options for free or low-cost health care
  • Information on local classes for English learners
  • VITA (Volunteers in Teaching Adults) booklets

Oakton College offers free English and citizenship classes for all levels. For more information, call 847-635-1426 or visit Oakton's ESL page.

ELL Café: A weekly drop-in conversation group with community members. Tutors will be on hand to help with conversations and to answer your questions every Wednesday, 12:30-2 pm.

ELL Literacy Circle: This book discussion meets for 10-week sessions to read and explore American novels.

ELL One-On-One Conversation Program: Skokie Public Library volunteers provide free conversation practice for English learners. For more information call 847-324-3113 or email.

Are you interested in helping others learn English? If so, check the job description and call 847-324-3113.

Community Resources

City Colleges of Chicago

ELL classes for Chicago residents.

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Ethiopian Community Association of Chicago

ELL classes, employment help.

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5800 N. Lincoln Ave.
Chicago, IL
United States

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Family Focus

ELL and citizenship classes.

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2010 Dewey Ave.
Evanston, IL
United States

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HANA Center

ELL and citizenship classes.

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664 N. Milwaukee Ave.
#213
Prospect Heights, IL
United States

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Hanul Family Alliance

ELL and citizenship classes.

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1166 S. Elmhurst Rd.
Mount Prospect, IL
United States

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ELL Café

12:30pm–2:00pm
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ELL Café

12:30pm–2:00pm
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ELL Café

12:30pm–2:00pm
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ELL Café

12:30pm–2:00pm
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ELL Literacy Circle

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Registration Required