Bible Based ESL Books and Bible Based ESL Curriculum
Below are books, curriculum, and resources about Bible Based ESL.
Bible Studies in Beginning English
Multi-Language Media
Bible Studies in Beginning English contains books designed to disciple new Christians who are learning to speak English. Each lesson contains the written section, questions to answer and a vocabulary list which is written in controlled English with a limited vocabulary and sentence structure. Tips on teaching ESL are also given in each book.
CELA Publishing
https://www.bibleandenglish.com/shop/
https://www.bibleandenglish.com
Christianbook.com
https://www.christianbook.com/
please put the letters esl in the search engine
Christian English Language Educators Association
http://www.celea.net/bible-based-esl-curriculum.html
http://www.celea.net/
The Christian English Language Educators Association (CELEA) is composed of persons who have a common interest in the teaching of English to speakers of other languages, and who share a common belief in Jesus Christ.
Connections for Beginning –English Anywhere
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/connections-for-beginners-student/
Multi-Language Media
15 lessons designed for classes lasting 9 months or longer.
Three levels available: Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced
Connections Intermediate – ESL Teacher
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/connections-intermediate-teacher/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
15 lessons designed for classes lasting 9 months or longer.
Three levels available: Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced
Connections Intermediate – ESL Student
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/connections-intermediate-student/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
15 lessons designed for classes lasting 9 months or longer.
Three levels available: Beginner – Intermediate – Advanced
Cooperative ESL Ministries
Cooperative ESL Ministries is based in Calgary, Canada. They provide ESL services and resources for ESL students and teachers. Services they offer include Intercultural Communication Workshops, Networking Breakfast, Spring Training event and their annual Reaching Out with English program.
Dana’ s ESL Page
http://www.danasaito.de/pages/ministry.htm
http://www.danasaito.de
Dana’s ESL Page is open to everyone: teachers, students, and ministries. This website has Bible-based ESL curriculum, Bibles, and Bible studies for ESL/EFL students, resources to get you started, resources for Christian teachers, and training schedules for teachers. You can also connect with other ESL/EFL Christian teachers at Dana’s ESL Page.
Dana's ESL Page is open to everyone: teachers, students, and ministries. You can find Bible-Based ESL Curriculum, Bibles and Bible Studies for ESL/EFL Students, resources to get you started, rescources for Christian teachers, and training schedules for teachers. You can also connect with other ESL/EFL Christian teachers at Dana's ESL Page.
Deb Brammer
http://debbrammer.com/english-as-a-second-language/
Terms of Use: You may copy and change these lessons to fit your personal use. Please include “debbrammer.com” on every copy. If you refer to these programs online , I would appreciate it if you would include a link to my website. Please ask permission to print entire lessons on your website or blog. If you download and use these lessons and feel that they have been a considerable help to you, please consider buying one of my books to say thank you.
Empowering Ambassadors for Christ - English for Adults & Children
Empowering Ambassadors for Christ empowers and equips church leaders, educators, and missionaries in the use of English as an evangelistic tool to communicate the Gospel and fulfill the Great Commission. To accomplish that, they provide training and resources to teach English in schools and outreach ministries using Bible-based curriculum and strategies. Visit their website for their resources.
Their vision is to empower and equip church leaders, educators and missionaries in the use of English as an evangelistic tool to communicate the Gospel and fulfill the Great Commission. To accomplish that, they provide training and resources to teach English in schools and outreach ministries using Bible-based curriculum and strategies. Visit their website for their resources.
English in Action: Student Workbook
By Wally Cirafesi (Author), Toni Summers (Author)
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0963827316/ref=nosim/websitesupport
Students will enjoy a fast and fun start to learning English with this action-packed curriculum. English in Action uses familiar Bible stories, drills for developing reading and writing skills, and activities to build conversational English skills.
English in Action Storyteller: Student Workbook
by Wally Cirafesi (Author), Toni Summers (Illustrator)
Amazon
This intermediate-level curriculum uses Bible and contemporary stories to help students build their English speaking, reading, and writing skills. By placing language learning in a relevant context, Storyteller encourages practical, meaningful, and creative communication.
English in Action Storyteller: Teacher's Manual
by Wally Cirafesi (Author), Toni Summers (Author)
Amazon
This manual contains everything a lay teacher needs to begin a Bible-based
English program in your church or community. Includes:
step-by-step training an exciting and practical format reproducible
handouts
English in Action, Teacher's Manual
by Wally Cirafesi (Author), Toni Summers (Author)
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/English-Action-Teachers-Manual-Cirafesi/dp/0963827308/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1555589583&refinements=p_27%3AWally+Cirafesi&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Wally+Cirafesi
Using the popular Total Physical Response (TPR) method of teaching, this
action-packed, Bible-based curriculum equips anyone--even those with no
teaching experience--to have a ministry through teaching English.
Students will learn conversational English and familiar Bible stories.
Encouragement to Those Who Go to the Nations Here and Far
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
English ESL Materials
Multi-Language Media
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https://multilanguagemedia.org/
Please put the letters ESL in the search engine.
English for Life
Featuring ESL Bible Exploration and ESL Resources
English Language Teaching in Theological Contexts
by: Kitty Purgason
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/English-Language-Teaching-Theological-Contexts/dp/0878084649
Mission Books
https://missionbooks.org/products/english-language-teaching-in-theological-contexts
WorldChristian News and Books
https://www.worldchristian.com/product-details?id=36073
https://www.worldchristian.com
English Language Teaching in Theological Contexts explores various models for assisting seminary and Bible college students in learning English while also engaging in their theological coursework. It features chapters by specialists from countries including the U.S., Brazil, Ukraine, India, the Philippines, and Korea. Part one of the book presents language teaching challenges and solutions in various places; part two focuses on specific resources to inspire readers to develop their own materials
English Lessons from the Bible: Book of Mark, by Glenda Reece
ESL Training Services
Basics of teaching ESL and beginning an ESL Program
English Lesson: From the Bible: Book of Mark (Book 1) Student Edition
by Glenda Reese with Mildred Blankenship (Author)
Amazon
This book uses the Bible to teach English as a second language.
English Lessons from the Bible: Book of Mark (Book II)
by Glenda Reese with Mildred Blankenship (Author)
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/English-Lessons-Bible-Book-Mark/dp/084008868X
This book uses the Bible to teach English as a second language.
English Teaching as Christian Mission: An Applied Theology
https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0836191587/ref=nosim/websitesupport
Recent decades have seen an ever-increasing number of Western Christians going abroad as English teachers. Many of these teachers are going to countries that are not very receptive to other forms of Western Christian mission. Some Western Christians view English teaching primarily as a means to gain access to "closed" countries for the purpose of evangelistic outreach. Other Western Christians see it mainly as a form of social service. Snow’s well-thought-out details of how to bear witness, engage in ministry, serve the poor, contribute to peace, and build bridges of understanding between churches clearly show the special role of Christian mission that Christian English teachers can have.
ESL Activities and Mini-Books for Every Classroom
By Kama Einhorn (Author)
https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0439153913/ref=nosim/websitesupport
Not sure how to teach a student who speaks only a little English or none at all? This quick and easy guide can help with tips for preparing for your new student, assessing the child’s needs and abilities, communicating with the student’s family, and much more. For use with Grades 1-4.
ESL : Creating a Quality English As a Second Language Program : A Guide for Churches
by Susan E. Burke
https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1562123432/ref=nosim/websitesupport
Now your church can reach out to people who are learning to speak and read English. This handbook shows you step-by-step how to start an English as a Second Language (ESL) program for refugees, immigrants in your community, students from other countries, and others.
Ethnic Harvest
http://www.ethnicharvest.org/ideas/esl.htm
Are you looking for Bible-based ESL materials? Ethnic Harvest has excellent books that will help you teach the basics of English and also the basics of faith. Browse through the titles of the books and see which one you’d like to buy to improve your knowledge and skill on the subject matter.
Evangelical Free Church of America
https://www.efca.org/resources/document/esl-curriculum
ReachGlobal offers three separate curricula for English ministries with youth and adults, as well as one specifically for children. All the materials are designed to be user-friendly for non-teachers. They are activity based, with a focus on conversational English.
Good News for All Nations: An ESL Bible Study Handbook
by Micah R Colbert
Amazon
Looking for a trustworthy evangelistic resource for ESL outreach? Good News for All Nations is uniquely designed to teach the redemptive story of God's Word to one of the most dynamic, yet neglected mission fields of our time: international students and English language learners. This meaty handbook blends Bible discovery study methods (so that students see Biblical truth for themselves) with important explanations (so that learners understand what they are reading) to help the reader achieve maximum understanding of God's good news. In these eight lessons, students will learn the essential gospel truths about God the Creator, man the sinner, Jesus the Savior, and the need for repentance and faith. “This concise work provides both an arc of the Gospel story of Scripture and the simplicity of language needed to reach the young, the immigrant, and the seeker. This is the kind of tool that the increasingly diverse US evangelical church needs as we seek to minister the Gospel in a refreshingly historic way." ~ Philip Thompson, Online Learning Coordinator, The Gospel Coalition
Good Seed International
http://www.goodseed.com/esl-students.html
You must be sincere in your desire to help your student learn English, whether the student has any interest in the Bible or not. Therefore, you will need a good comprehensive English curriculum plan. If students feel they're being tricked simply into being evangelized to a different faith, this will reflect badly upon you as the teacher, as well as upon the Lord.
Gospel of John – Who is Jesus?- ESL Bible Study Series
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/esl-gospel-john-who-jesus/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
Bible study 13 lessons. ESL (English as a Second Language)
Graceland Ministries
http://www.gracelandministries.com/curriculum
http://www.gracelandministries.com/
Graceland Ministries offers ESL curriculum for a cost. They create their own ESL curriculum based on Christian materials. Their curriculum is Bible-based and their materials are God-honoring texts. Their materials are currently being used in China, Mexico, Poland, Russia, Canada, and the USA.
Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based Esl
by Eby, J. Wesley, Stahl, Rita LaNell, Zumwalt, Nancy Valore Books
http://www.valorebooks.com/Search/ISBN/9780834120709
The Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL provides a step-by-step guide for starting an ESL ministry at your church. New and experienced teachers alike will benefit from the many practical suggestions on second language teaching. You'll learn to: Choose the best method for teaching your ESL class Assess which materials you'll need to start your ESL class Work through cultural differences Evaluate your students and your teaching Share your faith with the members of your class The Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL also includes: Communication tips Sample lesson plans Teaching resources Pronunciation guide And much more!Eby, J. Wesley is the author of 'Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based Esl', published 2003 under ISBN 9780834120709 and ISBN 0834120704.
Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based Esl
By: J. Wesley Eby
Beacon Hill Press
The Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL provides a step-by-step guide for starting an ESL ministry at your church. New and experienced teachers alike will benefit from the many practical suggestions on second language teaching.
Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL (ESL Bible Study Series), 2nd Edition
By J. Wesley Eby
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-Teaching-Bible-Based-Bible-Study/dp/0834120704
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Handbook-Teaching-Bible-Based-Bible-Study/dp/0834120704
Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City
Cokesbury: Resources for the Christian Journey
The “Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL” provides a step-by-step guide for starting and ESL ministry at your church. New and experienced teachers alike will benefit from the many practical suggestions on second language teaching. You’ll learn to: choose the best method for teaching your ESL class; asses which materials you’ll need to start your ESL class; work through cultural differences; evaluate your students and your teaching, and; share your faith with the members of your class.
Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL
Multi Language Media
Please put the letters ESL in the search engine.
J. Wesley Eby's Handbook for Teaching Bible-Based ESL provides a step-by-step guide for starting an ESL ministry at your church. Here are the things you can learn from this book: choosing the best method for teaching ESL; assessing materials you'll need to start ESL class; working through cultural differences; evaluating students and your teaching, and; sharing your faith with your class members. You can also find the following in this book: communication tips, sample lesson plans, teaching resources, and pronunciation guides. You can avail this book at the websites provided.
How Christians Grow (ESL Bible Study)
by J. Wesley Eby
Amazon
Teach your students the basics of English and the basics of the faith at the same time! How Christians Grow is an easy-to-understand course in discipleship written in simple English, specifically designed for people learning English as a second language.Your students will learn how they can grow in their faith through:Bible studyPrayerTithingServiceWitnessingObedienceFellowshipWorshipand more!How Christians Grow also includes teaching resources, such as:Word lists at the end of each chapter, with vocabulary words definedFill-in-the-blank exercises for students in each chapter. Answers to questions and additional scripture referencesTips for teaching ESL
Jan Dormer
https://sites.google.com/site/jandormerspage/
Joy Two Publications
https://joytwopublications.com/elfrieda-lepp-kaethler/
https://joytwopublications.com
Learning English with the Bible: Text Workbook
by Louise Ebner
Amazon
Provides a systematic approach to Bible-based English grammar study, covering everything from verbs to adverbs, nouns to pronouns, and to building sentence-diagramming skills. Key Features: Incorporates allusions to Bible Teaching; Brings to life the study of English for students of any age; each book is printed in clear typography to allow ease in study and making notations; a second language teacher; designed for study on a secondary education level (junior high school); and great for home schooling
Learning and Teaching English through the Bible: A Pictorial Approach
By MariAnne Dibbley
Amazon
This unique resource teaches English (including ESL/EFL) within a Biblical context and in a pictorial format. It focuses on the top 1,000 most frequently used vocabulary words. It presents an overview of key pronunciation and grammatical concepts. At the same time, it teaches major parables, verses, narratives, and themes from Scripture. Also included are suggestions for classroom games, lessons and activities.
Mars Hill
https://www.mars-hill.org/the-hope/store
https://www.mars-hill.org/the-hope/store/the-hope-esl-software-curriculum
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguage.com/shop/?snssimen_woo_category=&s=ESL&post_type=product
You can find many ESL materials on Multi-Language Media. Put “ESL” on the search engine and the list of ESL materials will appear.
Navigators Canada
https://navresources.ca/products_list.php?category_id=117
Please put the letters ESL in the search engine.
I see nine books on ESL sold there right now.
Nextstep Resources
please put ESL in the search engine
Quick Connections – Teacher
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/esl-quick-connections-teacher/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
5 lessons – A conversation-based curriculum filled with Bible verses and stories. ESL (English as a Second Language)
Reaching Hispanics
http://reachinghispanics.org/esl-resources/
If the link does not work, please look for the link on the home page.
Southern Ontario Cooperative of ESL Ministries
Southern Ontario Cooperative of ESL Ministries is a group of Christian believers who teach ESL and encourage others to develop Church-based ESL Ministries of excellence. They have many resources on their website like ESL Bible-study materials, publications, curriculum, and more.
Southern Ontario Cooperative of ESL Ministries is dedicated to equipping churches to reach out and serve Christians who need support in their English skills and integration into their communities. They host ESL events (i.e. conferences, seminars, training), develop ESL programs, and provide ESL resources for teachers, students and churches.
Teaching Adults- An ESL Resource Book
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/english-esl-teaching-adults-esl/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
The Gift of the Stranger: Faith, Hospitality, and Foreign Language Learning
by David I. Smith
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0802847080/ref=nosim/websitesupport
A pioneering look at the implications of Christian faith for foreign language education. It has become clear in recent years that reflection on foreign language education involves more than questioning which methods work best. This new volume carries current discussions of the value-laden nature of foreign language teaching into new territory by exploring its spiritual and moral dimensions. David Smith and Barbara Carvill show how the Christian faith sheds light on the history, aims, content, and methods of foreign language education. They also propose a new approach to the field based on the Christian understanding of hospitality.
The Gospel of John: Who Is Jesus? (ESL Bible Study)
by J. Wesley Eby
Amazon
An easy-to-understand course about the Gospel of John for students learning English as a second language.
The HOPE ESL Software Curriculum
Mars Hill
https://www.mars-hill.org/the-hope/store/the-hope-esl-software-curriculum
The growing demand for the English language world wide has created an incredible opportunity to communicate the Good News of Jesus Christ to an ever widening number of students. In much the same way as Koine Greek in the first century sped the spreading of the Gospel message, English has become an international bridging language for our day. This DVD-Rom takes a primarily aural (listening/speaking) approach to learning English using beautiful images, audio, video, and flash driven content, based on The HOPE film, representing a dramatic presentation of God's redemptive story from creation through Jesus Christ. This tool is appropriate for intermediate/advanced students working on their own, in pairs, in small groups, and large groups. English teachers might also use this resource as part of their instruction in the class room. To facilitate the spreading of this tool and its message it may be copied and distributed without charge. Available in DVD-Rom
The Life of Jesus Christ: The Gospel of Mark (ESL Bible Study)
by J. Wesley Eby
Amazon
Teach your students the basics of English and the basics of the faith at the same time! The Life of Jesus Christ is a Bible study in simple English, specifically designed for people who are learning the language. Taken from the Gospel of Mark, The Life of Jesus Christ includes lessons from his important teachings and lessons from the events in his life. The final lesson is an invitation to salvation. The Life of Jesus Christ also includes teaching resources, such as:Word lists at the end of each chapter, with vocabulary words definedFill-in-the-blank exercises for students in each chapterAnswers to questions and additional scripture referencesTips for teaching ESL.
The Story of Hope – ESL Teacher’s Guide
The Story of Hope – Global English
https://www.goodsoil.com/ministries/esl/
https://www.goodsoil.com/resources/the-story-of-hope-esl-leaders-guide/
https://www.goodsoil.com/
The Story that Matters
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/english-the-story-that-matters/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
This 64-page booklet explains the gospel in a chronological manner from creation to the cross. Using expressive line art illustrations and carefully controlled text, the core message of the Bible is explained in simple-to-understand English so that even someone who uses English as a second language can clearly understand.
What Christians Believe (ESL Bible Study)
By: Wes Eby
Christian Book
https://www.christianbook.com/what-christians-believe-wes-eby/9780834120617/pd/120615
https://www.amazon.com/What-Christians-Believe-Bible-Study/dp/0834120615
What Christians Believe is a unique study designed to disciple new Christians who are learning to speak English. Each study covers basic topics in everyday simple language. The Scripture quotes are from the New Century Version, and there are word lists and definitions included with each chapter. Answers to the questions and additional scripture references are also provided.
What Christians Believe- ESL Bible Study Series
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/esl-what-christians-believe/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
15 brief lessons on basic Christian beliefs concerning: God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, Bible, sin, salvation, life after death.
Who is the Holy Spirit?
Multi-Language Media
https://multilanguagemedia.org/shop/who-is-the-holy-spirit/
https://multilanguagemedia.org/
Ten short chapters cover a basic introduction to who the Holy Spirit is and His work in our personal lives as He guides, comforts and teaches us. ESL (English as a Second Language)
Professional Guidelines for Christian English Teachers: How to be a Teacher with Convictions while Respecting those of your Students
https://missionbooks.org/products/detail/professional-guidelines-for-christian-english-teachers
One of the key themes she addresses is how to be both committed followers of Jesus and ethical TESOL professionals.
If you have any questions or need help finding a particular video, tract, book or any other Christian resource in any language of the world, please contact brianformissions@gmail.com