Resources Centre and Shop
EMTAS library
We have a range of materials and books for Hampshire LA schools to borrow on free, short-term loan. These include:
- dual language books
- set texts in translation (Key stages 3 and 4)
- talking dictionaries (various languages)
- persona dolls
- Traveller fiction and non-fiction
Note that Persian, Dari and Farsi are the same so if you are looking for content for a child who speaks Dari, then resources in Farsi or Persian will also be suitable.
For more information, email [email protected]
Conversation cards
A set of high-quality, question and answer cards focusing on aspects of EAL practice and provision. Designed to support staff training.
EAL e-learning
A suite of online EAL focused e-learning modules that can be used for continuing personal development (CPD) for staff.
Bilingual storytelling
Storytelling in two languages. This session supports younger children to enjoy a shared experience of story and promotes cultural and linguistic diversity in your setting.
To learn more email [email protected]
Other resources
Offline
- an extensive range of dual language books
- talking dictionaries
- EAL storysacks
- journals
- language files
- biographies
- cross cultural poetry and fiction
- Travellers fiction and non fiction
- Gypsy/Romany history books
- artefacts and photos
- Traveller guided reading packs for KS1 & KS2, and Travellers Times
Online
- Ofsted school questionnaire for parents in other languages
- International Children's Digital Library (ICDL) – Free to access reading materials for children from 3 to 13 in many languages
- Book Creator: how to use Book Creator to support EALs/ELLs
- EAL MESH Guide
- Mantra Publishing
- Grant and Cutler
- Collaborative Learning Project
- ReaderPen and LingoPen