Dual-language acquisition

Language allows children to be understood and connect with others.  Through the language spoken at home, they first learn about relationships and emotional attachments. For this reason, teachers should encourage families to continue speaking their native language in the home. This helps children sustain a connection to their family and culture, and also aids in acquiring a second language. Knowing two languages benefits children; therefore, a dual-language program where they’re taught an additional language is urged.

Language allows children to be understood and connect with others.  Through the language spoken at home, they first learn about relationships and emotional attachments. For this reason, teachers should encourage families to continue speaking their native language in the home. This helps children sustain a connection to their family and culture, and also aids in acquiring a second language. Knowing two languages benefits children; therefore, a dual-language program where they’re taught an additional language is urged.Language allows children to be understood and connect with others.  Through the language spoken at home, they first learn about relationships and emotional attachments. For this reason, teachers should encourage families to continue speaking their native language in the home. This helps children sustain a connection to their family and culture, and also aids in acquiring a second language. Knowing two languages benefits children; therefore, a dual-language program where they’re taught an additional language is urged.