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Microsoft Translator Instructions in Many Languages

Please note that all translations were created using Google Machine Translations, and may contain errors. If you are able to provide corrections please email: kimiko.eslfairy@gmail.com 

Math Vocabulary

These math talk vocabulary supports are available in many languages.

Math Test Instructions: Videos, Visuals, and Arabic Oral Translations

Math test vocabulary and videos: a collection of common math test instructions in plain English, with visuals and videos to explain, as well as a link to Google Translated instructions (audio and written form). Select other languages for translation as needed. 

This short video will show you how to use the Math Test Vocabulary spreadsheet.

Multilingual Resources Padlet

This Multilingual Resource Padlet was created by educator Megan Dreher and contains many multilingual resources, sorted by subject area/topic.

COVID-19 Resources

Highly visual COVID-19 symptoms on the school screener and when to stay home infographic (accurate as of January 11, 2022), with how-to video and links to versions in many languages.

Visual COVID symptoms and guidelines for Children ages 0-11

Highly visual, simplified instructions and multilingual videos for how to use rapid antigen COVID-19 tests... with links to instructions in many languages.


How to Use COVID-19 tests

Multilingual Personal Dictionary Creator

This Multilingual Personal Dictionary Creator is a useful tool for both educators and students. It was created by Dr. Irina McGrath and Dr. Michelle Shory. It was originally published on the ELL 2.0 Website. Simply type a word into the first column and it will auto-generate visuals, a link to pronunciation practice, a definition, and translations in different languages. I have coded additional languages in the copy below. Please reach out if you need a language that is not listed here.


Multilingual Personal Dictionary Creator Template by Irina McGrath (adapted by K. Shibata @ESL_fairy)

Printable Digital Language Mats (Common Phrases)

Check out these free Dual-Language "Language Mats", with commonly used classroom phrases in Ukrainian, Russian, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Lithuanian, Polish, Portuguese, and Spanish! 


Language-Specific Resource Bundles

Resources for Newcomers Who Speak Arabic

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Arabic, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.

Resources to Support Students who Speak Chinese

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Chinese, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.


Resources to Support Students Who Speak Spanish

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Spanish as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.


Resources for Newcomers Who Speak Dari/Farsi (Persian)

Check out  this resource with links to free online books in Dari and Farsi, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.


Resources for Newcomers Who Speak Turkish

Check out  this resource with links to free online books in Turkish, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.


Resources to Support Ukrainian Students

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Russian and Ukrainian, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.

Resources for Newcomers Who Speak Urdu

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Urdu, as well as dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.

Resources to Support Korean Students

Check out  this resource with links to free online books in Korean, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.


Resources to Support Vietnamese Students

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Vietnamese, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.

Resources for Newcomers Who Speak Punjabi

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Punjabi, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.

Resources for Newcomers Who Speak Somali

Check out this resource with links to free online books in Somali, as well as some dual-language resources to help support students in the first few weeks of school.

Visual Schedules for Newcomers

Survival Vocabulary for Newcomers

Dari version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart

Classroom Newcomer Survival Words -Dari (verified)

Korean version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart

Korean - Classroom Newcomer Survival Words

Punjabi version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart


Classroom Newcomer Words- Punjabi

Hindi version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart

Classroom Newcomer Words- Hindi
Classroom Newcomer Words- Punjabi

Russian version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart

Classroom Newcomer Words- Russian from Google Translate

Turkish version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart

Turkish Classroom Newcomer Survival Words

Ukrainian version of Classroom Newcomer Survival Vocabulary Chart

Classroom Newcomer Words- Ukrainian from Google Translate

Caregiver Communication Interpreter Request Forms

Here is a folder of caregiver communication forms translated into many different languages, for requesting home-school communication via interpreter.

Phonological Awareness

Click here to access this multilingual phonological awareness document, which can help parents/guardians understand how words in different languages are broken down into sounds.  


 

Working Copy of Multilingual Phonemic Awareness Resource for Parents/Guardians

Science Resources

Arabic-English Water Cycle Diagram

Korean-English Water Cycle Diagram

Korean-English Frayer Model Science Jamboard template

View, Print, or Copy Science Key Vocabulary Visual Dictionaries in Many Languages by vising the Google Drive Folder or click on the links below:

Hindi Key Words Science_Corrected
Saving Energy at Home (Arabic-English) by Ellen Nicol

Arabic-English Big Ideas Science Text about Saving Energy

Japanese-English PWIM template for Light Energy

FREE Web-Based Books in Many Languages

Ergo Live Well Books (Arabic and English dual-language books with a wellness focus)


Story Books Canada

(Monolingual texts in many languages)

Unite For Literacy (text in English and Spanish with narration in MANY languages)


Children's Books Online (Monolingual texts in many languages)


KidsOut World Stories (Monolingual texts in many languages)

This short wordless video can be shared with students and families to help them navigate to websites with books in their home languages.

Google Classroom and D2L Brightspace

Multilingual Introduction to Brightspace Playlist (created for the WRDSB)

Thank you to all volunteers involved in this project.

Google Classroom resources for students who speak Arabic

Google Classroom and Google Meet Resources for Newcomers who speak Arabic

How to Use Translation Features in Google Meet (a visual guide)

How To Use Translation features in Google Meet

How to Use Translation Features in Google Meet (video)

WRDSB Updated 2021 Family Guide to Google Classroom English

Language Names Written In Their Own Scripts

I like to use language names written in their own scripts to allow students and their caregivers to easily identify and access information in their home languages on websites and other resources. Please see this resource for a list of commonly translated languages written in their own scripts.


Language Names in their own scripts

MyLanguages Translations for Common Vocabulary

mylanguages.org is a FREE website with links to common words, phrases, and simple vocabulary lessons in many languages that can be helpful when supporting MLLs, including audio pronunciations and visuals.


Home Language Resources for Families


Hold onto Your Home Language Brochure from MyLanguage.ca

Translations can be downloaded here. 





Plan of Study Template for Extended Absences

When students will be on an extended absence and require a plan of study, please feel free to use this Plan of Study Template to provide meaningful, low-prep activities for your student to do while they are away. It includes books in home languages to support the continued development of literacy in both English and the home language.


MLL Plan of Study Template/Resources

Social Narratives

Multilingual Social Narrative explaining hand hygiene, masks, and  distancing. Thank you to all volunteers involved in this project.  Please click on the language you need from this choice board to be taken to the story.

*Going Back to School- Multilingual Social Narratives Choice board

Multilingual social narrative explaining winter break. See the last slide for translated copies in many languages. Translations provided by Google Translate.

Winter Break Social Narrative by @ESL_fairy

Social narrative about following safety rules on the school bus. Go to the last slide for translations in many languages.

Riding The School Bus Social Narrative by @ESL_fairy

Social narrative about coping and feeling safe when another student is exhibiting unexpected behaviours in the classroom.

Staying Calm and Feeling Safe by @ESL_fairy (Social Narrative for Coping with A Classmate Who is Struggling)

Multilingual social narrative explaining summer break. See the last slide for translated copies in many languages. Translations provided by Google Translate.

Summer Break Social Narrative by @ESL_fairy

Multilingual social narrative explaining summer break. See the last slide for translated copies in many languages. Translations provided by Google Translate.

March Break Social Narrative by @ESL_fairy

Social narrative about using words instead of hitting, kicking, or biting when feeling angry. Scroll to the last page to access versions in many different languages.

Social Narrative: When I'm Feeling Mad (No Hitting, Kicking, or Biting)

Social narrative about safety during a solar eclipse. Scroll to the last page to access versions in many different languages.

Staying Safe During the Solar Eclipse: Multilingual Social Narrative by @ESL_fairy

Social narrative about kindergarten readiness. Scroll to the last page to access versions in many different languages.

I Can... (Kindergarten Readiness Social Narrative)

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Many translations were created using DIY Translation Tools and may contain errors. If you are willing to support with editing any translations, please email: kimiko.eslfairy@gmail.com.