PPLD.org, The Catalog, and wireless may also be unavailable as
we run server updates. Adult Basic Skills This collection is
targeted to meet the needs of adults reading at less than an 8th
grade level (Adult Literacy) and adults learning English as an
additional language (English as a Second Language). This
collection provides - Instructional texts and media designed to
assist adults in developing basic literacy, adult basic
education and ESL skills. - Skill leveled reading materials
(mainly non-fiction) appropriate for adult literacy and ESL
learners up to an approximate 6 reading level. - Professional
development materials to support the needs of adult literacy and
ESL volunteers and adult education professionals. Classic
literature, popular best sellers, general fiction, and short
stories in a collection by a single author make up the fiction
collection. All are in English, although some are translations
from other languages. Fiction is selected to meet the current
and anticipated interests of Pikes Peak L