Some learning centers may have print copies of this weekly
newspaper for
beginning readers. For those who do not, the front page stories
are
available in print and audio at this website. Some online
comprehension
activities are also available.
News for You
Voice of America is a government sponsored project to bring news
in English
to the rest of the world. This site limits the vocabulary that it
writes
with in order to make articles easier to read. You may still
need to
shorten or simplify articles.
Voice of America (print resources)
If your learning center has a good Internet connection, you can
watch or
listen to VOA anchor-style broadcasts.
Voice of America (audio and video)
News articles with full, detailed lesson plans. Audio of the
articles read
by a British anchor is also available.
Breaking News English
A wealth of resources for teachers and students of the English
language.
Includes special lessons on "Words in the News."
BBC (learning English)
Local newspapers (and their websites) can be a great source for
print,
audio, and video material. This material may need to be
shortened or
simplified to meet learners' needs.
Star Tribune Website
Local newspapers (and their websites) can be a great source for
print,
audio, and video material. This material may need to be
shortened or
simplified to meet learners' needs.
Pioneer Press Website
This local, online-only news daily offers reader the option to
leave
comments on stories they read. This might be a great way for
learners to
write and publish their thoughts.
Twin Cities Daily Planet
Local TV stations have print, video, and photo resources on their
website
that could be useful in providing authentic listening practice.
WCCO 4 TV
Local TV stations have print, video, and photo resources on their
website
that could be useful in providing authentic listening practice.
KARE 11 TV
Local TV stations have print, video, and photo resources on their
website
that could be useful in providing authentic listening practice.
KSTP 5 TV
Other Resources