Great Resources for Better Teaching
Practical materials to help you manage your lessons.
Confidence and Connections
Listening Tracks
Listening tracks for Confidence & Connections are available on the Intercambio app, which can be used on tablets and smartphones. To download the free app, visit:
Intercambio.org/AppleICApp (Apple products)
Intercambio.org/AndroidICApp (Android products)
Once the app is installed and opened, you will select the appropriate Level (number and letter). You will then see the track list for the book and be able to play the listening track for your lesson.
Download a printable flier with instructions on how to access the listening tracks on our app here.
Please note, that beginning March 1, L tracks will no longer be available on our website.
Placement Tests for Confidence and Connections
Download tests hereImmigrant Guide Resources
We’ve compiled a list of helpful links to provide extra information about the topics covered in the Immigrant Guide.
ALCOHOL & DRUGS
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Information
Finding an AA near you
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): Know Your Rights
DRINKING & DRIVING
Limits and Penalties by State
Blood Alcohol Concentration Chart
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Basic Information
BECOMING A U.S. CITIZEN
Qualify for Citizenship
GETTING PROBLEMS FIXED
A List of Local Housing Agencies
THE LEASE
Sample Housing Lease
HOW TO FIND JOBS
Small Business Administration: How to Start a Small Business
RESUMES
Sample Resumes
COVER LETTERS
Sample Cover Letters
BENEFITS
Typical Benefits Packages
Benefits Information
Information About Unions
OVERTIME
More Information About Overtime
MINIMUM WAGE
Minimum Wage by State
FILLING OUT MEDICAL FORMS
Sample Medical History Form
VACCINATIONS & CHECK-UPS
More Information About Check-ups
Vaccination Schedules
USING A THERMOMETER
When is a Fever Dangerous?
FIRST AID
Emergency Medical Care – First Aid Resources
Finding CPR and First Aid Courses in Your Area
WATCH WHAT YOU EAT
Calculate How Many Calories You Should Consume Daily
CIGARETTES
More Information About the Dangers of Smoking
ALCOHOLISM
Risks and Symptoms
CHILD SEATS
Specific Requirements
CAR INSURANCE
AAA
BUYING & REGISTERING A CAR
Calculate the Value of a Car
PARENTING IN THE U.S.
Child Abuse Information
CHILD SAFETY
Child Safety Tips
FAMILY PLANNING & BIRTH CONTROL
Birth Control Methods
PREGNANCY
Resources for Pregnant Mothers
FINDING A SCHOOL FOR YOUR KIDS
Head Start Information
COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY & VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS
Student Loans and Grants
Financial Aid Overviews
LEARNING ENGLISH
Helpful Websites
POSTAGE & THE POST OFFICE
General Information and Specific Costs
NAMES & TITLES
When to Use Mr., Mrs. and Ms.
ANSWERING PHONES & CHECKING MESSAGES
Cell Phone and Texting Laws by State
READING EXPIRATION DATES
Reading Expiration and Sell By Dates
WALKING & BIKING
Biking Safety Tips
VOLUNTEERING
Volunteer Match
Idealist.org
Serve.gov
Pronunciation Practice Videos
Consonant Sounds
Vowel Sounds