SRYI Volunteer Resources
This web page will provide volunteers of the South Reading Youth Initiative with resources that will be helpful when working with SRYI participants. This page also contains archived editions of the SRYI Scoop, a monthly publication for volunteers filled with resources and fun stories from programming.
Archives of the SRYI Scoop
SRYI Scoop - Volume 1, Issue 1 - February 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 1, Issue 2 - March 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 1, Issue 3 - April 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 1, Issue 4 - May 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 1 - September 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 2 - October 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 3 - November 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 4 - December 2010
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 5 - February 2011
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 6 - March 2011
SRYI Scoop - Volume 2, Issue 7 - April 2011
SRYI Scoop - Volume 3, Issue 1 - October 2011
SRYI Scoop - Volume 3, Issue 2 - November 2011
Tutoring Resources
General Tutoring Links
US Dept. of Education: http://www.sedl.org/afterschool/lessonplans/
The After School Exchange: http://www.thirteen.org/edonline/afterschool/activities/index.html
Discovery: Education, The Lesson Plan Library: http://school.discoveryeducation.com/lessonplans/
The Solution Site: http://www.thesolutionsite.com/
Teaching Tips Index: http://honolulu.hawaii.edu/intranet/committees/FacDevCom/guidebk/teachtip/teachtip.htm
The School Bell: http://www.theschoolbell.com/ - This website has an elementary focus but contains a lot different ideas that are usefully for general and ESL tutors.
Strategy Suggestions - Network Superstars: http://go.networksuperstars.net/
Heifer Education: http://www.heifereducation.org/site/c.lwL0KlN1LvH/b.3993181/k.BDA8/Home.htm
LEARNS Newsletter: Youth Impact (a.k.a. The Tutor): http://www.nationalserviceresources.org/learns/tutor
Tutor.com: http://www.tutor.com/resources/
Literacy Links
Literacy Connections: http://www.literacyconnections.com/
Literacy Connections provides a wealth of information on reading, teaching and tutoring techniques, ESL literacy, and adult literacy
Advice for Reading Tutors: http://www.literacyconnections.com/AdviceForReadingTutors.php
A-Z: Reading Resource Center: http://www.readinga-z.com/
Star Fall: http://www.starfall.com/
Reading is Fundamental: http://www.rif.org
Math Links
Best Math Tips: Math Tutoring Tips: http://www.bestmathtips.com/
Afterschool Training Toolkit: Math Tutoring: http://www.sedl.org/afterschool/toolkits/math/pr_math_tutoring.html
Children's Literature
Book Trust Children's Books: http://www.booktrustchildrensbooks.org.uk/Home
Special Education Links
Tips for Working with Children and Youth with Special Needs: http://www.nafim.org/files/uploads/14WorkingwithSpecialNeedsChildrenYouth.pdf
The Ultimate Guide to Special Needs Teaching: http://www.teachingtips.com/blog/2008/06/25/the-ultimate-guide-to-special-needs-teaching-100-resources-and-links/
5 Tips for helping your ADHD child focus during homework: http://www.examiner.com/
English as a Second Language (ESL) Links
Teach ESL to Kids: http://www.teach-esl-to-kids.com/
100 Best Resources and Guides for ESL Teachers: http://www.teachingtips.com/blog/2008/06/24/100-best-resources-and-guides-for-esl-teachers/
Dave's ESL Cafe: http://www.eslcafe.com/
Has an "Idea Cookbook" for teachers/tutors as well as resources for English learners such as grammar lessons, idioms, quizzes, and much more.
ESL Teachers Board: http://www.eslteachersboard.com/
Rendall's ESL Cyber Listening Lab: http://www.esl-lab.com/
Language Guide: http://www.languageguide.org/
1-Language: http://www.1-language.com/
Longman's English Dictionary Online: http://www.ldoceonline.com/ - Good online dictionary for English Learners
ESL Partyland: http://www.eslpartyland.com/
Activity Idea Links
Fun Attic Website: http://www.funattic.com/game_list.htm
Creative Kids at Home: http://www.creativekidsathome.com/games/index.html
BrainPop: http://www.brainpop.com/ - Has online educational games for kids to play.
Enchanted Learning: http://www.enchantedlearning.com/Home.html
Activity Village: http://www.activityvillage.co.uk/
Family Education-Rainy Day Activities: http://fun.familyeducation.com/hobbies-and-interests/games/33402.html
If you find any other helpful tutoring sites, please call 610-568-1527 so that the resource can be shared with others. Thank you!