Health Literacy in ABE Resources

Staying Healthy	Easy-to-read book written for new immigrants/ELLs includes basic information about health issues and access. The teacher's guide includes specific lesson plans and activities.	Florida Literacy Coalition
HEAL: Health Education and Adult Literacy	Uses a two-pronged approach engaging medical providers in a discussion about developing health literacy and learners about patient engagement and empowerment. Topics include emergency services, prescription labels and preventive care. A video describes the program.	Literacy for Life
A Health Literacy Curriculum for ESOL Learners	Written for a library-based class to improve English skills in the context of health, this curriculum includes downloadable lessons plans, student worksheets and audio files.	Queens Library
Picture Stories for Adult ESL Health Literacy	Eight-lesson curriculum uses picture stories to address health literacy issues. Can be adapted to any level.	Kate Singleton, Fairfax County Public Schools
Virginia Adult ESOL Health Literacy Toolkit	Online collection of resources for teachers, learners and administrators.	Virginia Adult Learning Resource Center
Family Health and Literacy	Online collection of resources for literacy programs. Covers health as a content area, common concerns, engaging students, preparing speakers to talk to students, and collaboration with local health organizations.	World Education
Health Literacy in Adult Basic Education	This guide is designed to help adult educators create curricula, lessons, and evaluation plans. It includes an overview of skills to address, planning templates, and links to sample lessons.	HALL/NCSALL