English Language Learners across Iowa will now have a new tool to learn English in schools. Three of the popular "Iowa Ag Today" publications have been translated into Spanish and, paired with the English versions, can help ensure comprehension for native Spanish speakers.

"Iowa Ag Today" is a student reader magazine targeted to fourth grade readers. The publication can be used to support classroom curriculum by teaching science, social studies and language arts in the context of agriculture. Each issue features nonfiction stories, discussion topics and new vocabulary for students. The...