Placentia Library Adult Literacy ▬ Meet Our Learners and Tutors

Placentia Library Adult Literacy ▬ Meet Our Learners and Tutors

Placentia Library Adult Literacy

Literacy eXPLORE: Spring/Summer 2021

Isha shares her experience tutoring her learner, Marisela:

As a college student involved in creative writing, poetry, and teaching English literacy, I strive to make every meeting with my student Maricela very engaging and inspiring.

When Maricela first joined the library’s literacy program, she was eager and ready to dive straight into goal-oriented lessons, go page by page in the workbook, and learn flashcards. Though this progressed well, I realized that introducing her to some light reading, poetry, and current events could be a major breakthrough for her understanding of English. With this in mind, we started planning out all the activities we could do together on Zoom all while staying safe at home.

While preparing for her citizenship exam and interview, Maricela has been especially interested in the current issues regarding the US election and the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the topics that made headlines this past year were not always uplifting. Together, Maricela and I chose to balance this by splitting our time between reading the news, and reading a short story or poem that reflects a positive outlook on life and learning.  READ MORE ➤➤

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 14

Reading Level: difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 21-22 yrs. old

(college level)

For more information about Placentia Library Adult Literacy online Orientations, please contact: 714-528-1906 x 234

Placentia Library ▬ Meet Our Learners and Tutors

Meet Our Learners and Tutors

@placentialib

Placentia Library Newsletter: Mar-Aug 2021

Isha shares her experience tutoring her learner, Marisela:

As a college student involved in creative writing, poetry, and teaching English literacy, I strive to make every meeting with my student Maricela very engaging and inspiring. When Maricela first joined the library’s literacy program, she was eager and ready to dive straight into goal-oriented lessons, go page by page in the workbook, and learn flashcards. Though this progressed well, I realized that introducing her to some light reading, poetry, and current events could be a major breakthrough for her understanding of English. With this in mind, we started planning out all the activities we could do together on Zoom all while staying safe at home.

While preparing for her citizenship exam and interview, Maricela has been especially interested in the current issues regarding the US election and the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the topics that made headlines this past year were not always uplifting. Together, Maricela and I chose to balance this by splitting our time between reading the news, and reading a short story or poem that reflects a positive outlook on life and learning.  READ MORE ➤➤

 

Automatic Readability Checker

Based on 7 readability formulas:

Grade Level: 13

Reading Level: fairly difficult to read.

Reader's Age: 18-19 yrs. old

(college level entry)

Become an Adult Literacy Tutor - No Experience Needed

Help an adult learn to read and write, and change a life! Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, and able to commit to tutoring 1-2 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months.

We provide the training, materials, and ongoing support you need to help an adult learner reach their personal literacy goals.  (714) 528-1906 ext. 214.

Please contact Victor Meza for volunteer opportunities and scheduling availability. All volunteers will receive an online orientation and must make a three month commitment to their assigned volunteer position. 

Contact vmeza@placentialibrary.org, 714-528-1906 x 234.

Placentia Library ◯ Meet Our Learners And Tutors

Meet Our Learners And Tutors

Placentia Library Explore: Sep 2019-Feb 2020

Jan shares her experience tutoring her learner, Bao: A quote from Winston Churchill sums up my experience with my adult learner, Bao – “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.”

As a former teacher and administrator, I have found that a student’s attitude is an important determiner of future success. From our first meeting three months ago, it was evident that Bao was a determined and committed learner. Her desire to strengthen her communication skills, both in writing and speaking, has guided our weekly learning sessions.

To achieve these goals, we have discussed current events, increased knowledge of content vocabulary and integrated writing skills through the reading of a weekly newsletter, “News for You.” In addition, we are enjoying reading a novel that supports Bao’s comprehension, vocabulary, writing and reading fluency. Connecting her prior knowledge and life experiences with her learning goals has allowed her to make great strides towards the achievement of her goals.

The Placentia Library’s adult literacy program has allowed me to re-connect with my passion for teaching and share my experience with an enthusiastic and dedicated adult.

Next Volunteer Orientation

Dec 15 ◯ 2 pm – 3:45 pm

Next Tutor Training

Dec 21 ◯ 9 am – 12:30 pm

If you are interested in becoming a Literacy Tutor

call 714-528-1906 ext. 214 for details

Placentia Library :: Spotlight On Literacy

SPOTLIGHT ON LITERACY: Meet Our Learners & Tutors

Explore – Placentia Library: Spring 2019

Sumi is a prolific reader from South Korea. Her love of literature lead her to sign up for the adult literacy program. Her goal is to improve her English to be able to read classic literature. We are working towards achieving this goal by reading simplified versions of classic novels, learning new words, and completing engaging lessons on reading and writing.

In Sumi’s words, “Thank you for the Placentia Library’s adult literacy program that gave me the pleasure of learning English with such a great teacher. The literacy program has had a big impact on my life.” Sumi is tutored by Raul, a recent graduate from CSUF. Raul combines his education and skills to help Sumi build her reading and writing skills. They meet every week for an hour and a half.

In Raul’s own words, “The Placentia Literacy Program has helped me develop into a better teacher so that I can be successful in my career as an ESL instructor and has given me a way to be more connected and involved in my community.”  READ MORE >>

Next Orientation

September 7

10:00 - 11:15 am

714 . 528 . 1906 ext. 214

Placentia Library - Literacy Reads: The One and Only Ivan

Literacy Reads: The One and Only Ivan

Placentia Library Literacy Services

Join us for Literacy Reads, a book club for beginning adult readers and English language learners! Practice your reading and speaking skills, learn new words, and meet others in this fun and informal book club. Book selections will include a variety of reading levels. The Library will provide extra copies of the selected titles for checkout prior to the discussion. A light snack will be provided. No registration is required.

November 8th: The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate.

February 7th: From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Kongisburg.

This program is generously sponsored by the Placentia Library Friends Foundation.

Nov14: Adult Literacy Tutor Orientation Placentia Library 6pm

California Library Literacy Services :: Welcomes 5 Libraries

California Library Literacy Services

So happy to be able to announce that with a portion of the funds restored to us by the Governor and Legislature this year we have been able to welcome 5 libraries into California Library Literacy Services! Congrats to

A.K. Smiley Library, Redlands

Camarillo Public Library

Glendale Public Library

Mariposa County Library

Placentia Library District

Hooray for all the new adult learners we can serve with awesome new volunteers!

Dia de los Niños/Dia de los Libros : : SCLLN Libraries

Dia de los Niños/Dia de los Libros

April 30

@ SCLLN Libraries

Commerce Library

Corona Library

Monterey Park Library

Placentia Library

Riverside County Library

Celebrates Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros

April 27, 2015 3:00 PM Valle Vista

April 29, 2015 4:00 PM Glen Avon

Family Storytime April 30, 2015 10:30 AM Calimesa

San Diego County Library

Ventura County Library

El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30. The celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.

2:30-3:30 - Decorate your own Día book bag and craft

3:30-4:00 - Día Storytime with Jackie Pearce

4:00-4:30 - Live mariachi from De Anza Middle School

Adult Literacy Awareness Month - Placentia Library - Pomona Library

Adult Literacy Awareness Month

September Spotlight

on SCLLN Literacy Programs

Placentia Library Literacy Services

Developed in partnership with the California State Library Literacy Services over 21 years ago. The program offers free tutoring and confidential English instruction to adults.

Placentia Library Homework Club

Homework assistance is available in the library on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4PM to 6PM. Students from kindergarten through high school are welcome to attend.

Internships and Service Learning

PLLS is an approved site for students wishing to fulfill their community service and internship requirements. If you want to learn more about fulfilling your community service requirements call (714) 528-1906 ext 220.

Federal Work Study PlacementsPLLS partners with Western State University College of Law and Cal State Fullerton in the Federal Work Study (FWS) program. Approved students may apply for FWS positions. Please contact the literacy office at (714) 528-1906 ext 220 for details about the FWS program.

Pomona Public Library

The Pomona Literacy Service provides free adult literacy services to the City of Pomona. Volunteer tutorial programs are provided to adults (16 years and older) who do not have basic literacy skills or whose literacy skills are so limited that they are not able to function independently in daily life or acquire employment or higher education.

Volunteer tutors are trained in certification workshops, learning methods and techniques for teaching literacy skills (reading, writing, and comprehension). The methods used are prescribed by Literacy Volunteers of America, Laubach International, and the California Literacy Campaign.

Placentia Library - Library Celebrates Seuss Centennial

Library celebrates Seuss Centennial:
Party adds birthday cake to the menu with green eggs and ham.
The Orange County Register: March 4, 2004 by Veronica Rodriguez

With their mouths full of green eggs and ham, kids of all ages intently listened to the words of Dr. Seuss during the Seussical Centennial celebration Sunday in the Placentia Library.

The hourlong event marked the late Theodor ``Ted'' Seuss Geisel's 100th birthday and his legacy, as the famed author Dr. Seuss, for his work as a writer and illustrator of 44 children's books.

``This (event) is just an outreach for the community to get involved and understand the brains of a tremendous children's book writer,'' said Jim Roberts, literacy coordinator for Families for Literacy.

The group hosted the event, in celebration of Dr. Seuss' March 2 birthday, which coincided with the annual Read Across America event.

Families for Literacy members and volunteers were among those who read some of Dr. Seuss' most notable books, including ``Green Eggs and Ham,'' The Cat in the Hat'' and ``Hooray for Diffendoofer Day!'' to a crowd of almost 100 guests Sunday.

As readers turned pages, the children's curious voices interrupted storytellers with comments and often questioned ``Why?''

This interaction, according to Diane Martlaro, a library volunteer for four years, was a symbol of children's innocence and interest in the words of Dr. Seuss and of tremendous gratification for her service.

``When kids are asking questions, you know they're listening. They're interested. They're excited; and that is awesome,'' Martlaro said.

San Clemente resident Gloria Paoletti said she was baby-sitting and decided to bring her Placentia granddaughters -- Natalia, 11, Adriana, 9, Daniela, 6, and Katarina Balgojevic, 5 -- to the program. The oldest three are Golden Elementary School students.

``They are just enjoying the event thoroughly. ... They have had more than one serving of green eggs and ham.''

``No, two or three servings,'' interrupted Natalia as her grandmother giggled. ``Daniela had one and a half.''

Of course, the party couldn't end without a birthday cake.

Volunteers cut the cake and each child received a free copy of ``Gerald McBoing Boing,'' to encourage the continued exploration of Dr. Seuss' world full of entertainment and imagination.

Four-year-old Eliza Bruner of Placentia gets a front-row seat for the Seussical Centennial party Sunday, a Family for Literacy program at the Placentia Library. About 100 people marked the 100th anniversary of the author's birth.

Caitlyn Schrepfer, 7, of Placentia is wowed by a Dr. Seuss book being read Sunday at the Family for Literacy's Seussical Centennial at the Placentia Library.