It’s time to celebrate as Language Lizard turns 20!
Language Lizard was founded in 2005 by Anneke Vanmarcke Forzani. As a multilingual first-generation American and mother of four boys, Forzani envisioned providing creative and effective bilingual products to inspire her children and others to learn about different cultures and languages. She believed that understanding and respecting diversity should be a fun and engaging experience. This vision led to the creation of ‘mirror and window’ bilingual books, which help children see themselves in the stories and broaden their understanding of the world around them.
“As a small, woman-owned business, we are incredibly thankful to have reached this milestone and want to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of our customers,” said Forzani. “Our customers’ support and trust in our products have been the driving force behind our success. We strive to provide them with the best experience, from our product selection to our customer service, and we look forward to continuing to be a trusted bilingual resource for many more years!”
Over the past two decades, Language Lizard has become a valuable resource for educators, librarians, literacy programs, and families worldwide. The company’s extensive collection of bilingual books, which has grown to over 60 languages, has been instrumental in developing literacy skills among language learners. The launch of its Premium Collection in 2020 has further enriched the learning experience. Each book comes with lesson plans, interactive worksheets, audio, and fun videos, all of which have proven invaluable to educators and families alike.
Language Lizard is also passionate about giving back and is a proud member of Pledge 1%. The company is a Platinum Sponsor of Read Your Word and a proud supporter of Kiwimbi, Reach Out and Read, ParentChid+, and many other non-profit organizations.
To celebrate this milestone, Language Lizard is hosting a special giveaway each month to celebrate. Click here for more information and to enter for a chance to win.