One question that I’m being asked quite often is whether it is easy for children to learn a foreign language. The answer is difficult. Although I totally agree that children can often absorb aspects of a language quite quickly, I find the general assumption that “young children are like sponges” difficult. I have seen how …
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Acquiring a second language is never easy, but it can be made much simpler with the help of music! I use music almost weekly in my language lessons. Especially young children, they just love it. The rhythm of the music helps them to internalise certain words and phrases; it works like an icebreaker, and the …
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In our previous blog posts, we have explored the mixed language strategy and the one person, one language method. Now we will take a closer look at the Minority Language at Home (MLAH) method, which is also widely popular. The Minority Language at Home method is a language-learning strategy that focuses on having the minority …
Last week, we discussed the mixed-language strategy, where parents use a mix of two or more languages with their children. This week, we will take a closer look at the one person, one language approach. The one person, one language approach (often abbreviated as OPOL and also commonly known as the one parent, one language …
The mixed-language strategy is perhaps the most common method when it comes to raising bilingual children. Another very popular strategy is the one-person-one-language approach, where each parent speaks a different language with the child. Of course, every method comes with advantages (and also some disadvantages). In this blog post, we will take a closer look …
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Perhaps you are feeling anxious that you may have missed the “window of opportunity” for your child to learn your language. It’s a very common concern among parents! The short answer to this question is: No, it’s never too late to introduce your language to your child. Even if you have waited until they are …
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When raising bilingual children, parents may face many challenges. Often, it is difficult to ensure that children are exposed to both languages regularly and continuously, especially if only one parent speaks the language. Additionally, it can be difficult to motivate children to learn and maintain their second language if they are not immersed in it …
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Perhaps you have moved abroad, your partner speaks a different language, or you would just like to give your child the opportunity to learn another language and (through language learning) also help them to get to know a different culture. Of course, there are many ways to help your child learn a second language. From …
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Are you thinking about learning a second language? If so, you may be wondering what bilingualism can do for you. Bilingualism is such a wonderful asset to have, and it comes with many advantages. Here are eight of the many benefits bilingualism can offer you! What is Bilingualism? Advantages of Bilingualism The Bilingual Brain: Advanced …
Are you looking for a little language learning inspiration? Then you are in the right place! We have compiled a list of motivating quotes for you. Happy reading! “One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way.” – Frank Smith “Do you know what a foreign accent …
