Information For Parents
In the following links you will find interesting articles about the advantages of learning a second language.
A Case for Early Language Learning
Why Learn Languages?
Why study Spanish?
Games And Activities To Learn A Second Language
Here are a few games and activities to help your child learn a second language easily.
A Case for Early Language Learning
Why Learn Languages?
Why study Spanish?
Games And Activities To Learn A Second Language
Here are a few games and activities to help your child learn a second language easily.
- Using Computer Games – Depending on the age of your child, there are lots of software programs that you can use. Language software developed for children will be full of games and fun activities. There are even software packages that will sit idly on your computer until your baby bashes on the keys.
- Specialty DVD/CDs – There are many language DVDs and CDs that are developed especially for children. With a combination of music, pictures and language, a child can be learning a new language and having fun at the same time.
- Searching on the Internet – There are lots of fun games available on the Internet for you and your child to play together. Many popular character websites are available in many different languages. So for a change, why not look and play on the games in another language.
- Talking games and toys – There are many television programs that focus on teaching children a second language. These programs also have toys that do the same thing. Also, you can find other, more traditional games and toys in other languages for your child to enjoy.
- Listening to music – Music is a fantastic learning tool for any child. You can find many children’s CDs and music tapes in other languages. You should be able to find traditional nursery rhymes or popular songs translated into other languages. This way your child should recognize the tune, but will learn a new language.
- There are many iPad apps that help practice and learn Spanish among which are: Duolingo, Bitsboard (includes many topics), Fun Spanish, Amazing Match, Learn Spanish and many others.