One in six adults in Tulsa County cannot read the prescription label on a medicine bottle, understand a newspaper article or enter complete information on an application. Our free literacy resources and services can help YOU learn English and improve your speaking, reading and listening skills no matter your age or literacy level. 

Please note that the resources  below are free, but they may require an active TCCL card and email address. If you don't have a library card, register for one HERE. If you need help finding your card number or with your account, contact AskUs at 918-549-7323.

learnerADULTS

  • Universal Class: use online courses to strengthen your English language skills. Browse classes for free with your TCCL card number at www.tulsalibrary.org/online-learning. Register using your email address to access courses, or find it under "extras" in Libby. Relevant courses include Enhance Your Everyday Vocabulary, Vocabulary Building, Spelling 101, Punctuation and Grammar 101, Writing Basics 101: Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation, Writing Structures and more.
  • Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service: become a learner and get English language help through weekly tutor meetings. Learn more at www.tulsalibrary.org/literacy.
  • Literacy Labs: these private rooms at each regional library have desktops with specialized literacy-focused software. Contact the Literacy Office at 918-549-7400 or literacy@tulsalibrary.org for more information.

TEENS, TWEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS

  • After-School Homework Club: provides free one-to-one tutor sessions for students in grades 3-8. Learn more and enroll online at www.tulsalibrary.org/homeworkclub.
  • literacyUniversal Class: use online courses such as offers courses such as Enhance Your Everyday Vocabulary, Vocabulary Building, Spelling 101, ABCs of English Grammar, Punctuation & Grammar 101, and Writing Basics 101: Spelling, Grammar, Punctuation, Writing Structures to strengthen your English language skills. Browse classes for free with your TCCL card number at www.tulsalibrary.org/online-learning. Register using your email address to access courses, or find it under "extras" in Libby.
  • LearningExpress Library: has two literacy collections (Become A Better Reader and Improve Your Writing, Speaking & Grammar) of tutorials, practice sets and ebooks focused on English for beginning learners. It also offers reading comprehension practice for high school students! Access for free with your TCCL card number at www.tulsalibrary.org/homeworkhelp. Create an account using your email address to access additional features.
  • Literacy Labs: these private rooms at each regional library have desktops with specialized literacy-focused software. Contact the Literacy Office at 918-549-7400 or literacy@tulsalibrary.org for more information.

CHILDREN

  • childrens literacyLearningExpress Library: has two literacy collections (Become A Better Reader and Improve Your Writing, Speaking & Grammar) of tutorials, practice sets and ebooks focused on English for beginning learners. It also offers reading comprehension practice for elementary students! Access for free with your TCCL card number at www.tulsalibrary.org/homeworkhelp. Create an account using your email address to access additional features.
  • Bookflix: online read-aloud experience that pairs 135 animated stories with 135 related nonfiction titles to reinforce early reading skills. Online reading with BookFlix can support both literacy and family time through engaging read-aloud books great for all members of the family. Start helping your child develop their literacy skills and encourage a love for reading today. Find it at www.tulsalibrary.org/downloads.
  • Kids Read: Tools, resources and activities to help students in K-5th grade learn and read. Find it at www.tulsalibrary.org/kids.
  • PAWS for Reading: a literacy program that matches young readers ages 5 to 12 with certified therapy dogs to improve reading confidence. Browse the events section to find an upcoming PAWS for Reading program near you or visit www.tulsalibrary.org/events.
  • Kids Blog: content written by our children’s librarians with tips and ideas that can help you improve your child's literacy and encourage a love of reading! Find it at www.tulsalibrary.org/kids.

ELLENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

  • Ruth G. Hardman Adult Literacy Service: become a learner and get English language help through weekly tutor meetings. Learn more at www.tulsalibrary.org/literacy.
  • Mango Languages: offers 20 English-as-a-second-language courses! Log in to Mango Languages with your last name and TCCL card number HERE to find an English course in your native language.
  • LearningExpress Library: has literacy collections focused on English for beginning learners and Homework HelpNow offers free tutoring in Spanish. Access both online resources with your last name and TCCL card at www.tulsalibrary.org/homeworkhelp. Create accounts with an email address to save progress and access additional features.
  • Bookflix: this online read-aloud experience for children pairs animated stories with nonfiction titles to reinforce early reading skills. Find it at www.tulsalibrary.org/downloads.
  • Universal Class: offers self-paced English-focused courses. Browse classes for free with your TCCL card number at www.tulsalibrary.org/online-learning. Register using your email address to access courses, or find it under "extras" in Libby.