In a world filled with distractions, primarily digital, it’s easy to overlook the value of bilingual storybooks. Picking up a bilingual storybook offers a fun way to enhance literacy skills, ignite creativity, and much more.
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Our newest book, The Best of All Worlds, is a richly illustrated story about a girl of mixed heritage who learns to embrace her different cultures.
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It’s time to celebrate as Language Lizard turns 20!
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Let’s learn about the Mongolian language! We’ve gathered background information and interesting facts about the language. In addition, check out our newest children’s books available in Mongolian.
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Our newest title, Feathers and Friends, is a beautifully illustrated story about two immigrant children from different backgrounds who become good friends based on their shared interest in birds and creative arts.
Follow along on their adventure as Sami, originally from Afghanistan, meets Rosa, who comes from Ecuador. They soon discover that Sami likes to draw and Rosa likes to write, so the two friends embark on a project to create a book of all the birds they see. Written by Diane Costa and illustrated by Joyeeta Neogi, Feathers and Friends celebrates friendship, discovery, and nature.
“Feathers and Friends explores a beautiful friendship between two children that inspire each other to see the world in new ways. Themes of creativity and connection are woven seamlessly into every page, celebrating the magic of nature. A heartfelt and visually delightful story, it leaves readers with a sense of warmth and inspiration.” Ellen O’Regan, First Grade Teacher
Feathers and Friends includes access to a detailed lesson plan, English and Spanish audio, and printable activities to support diversity education. It is available in English only and in the following bilingual editions: Arabic, Portuguese, Ukrainian, Russian, and Spanish, with many more languages coming soon.
This book is another addition to our popular Living in Harmony Series, which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship. Other Living in Harmony Series titles include Be Kind, Leo’s Dogs, Together Is Better, We Can All Be Friends, and Who Are We? This popular series is available in many languages and includes teaching resources and audio.
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Snowball fighting as a sport? Yes, please!
Yukigassen (which translates to ‘snow battle’) is an exciting winter sport originating in Japan. The sport can best be defined as an organized and competitive form of snowball fighting with its own set of rules and tactics. This innovative sport combines elements of dodgeball, capture the flag, and snowball fights for an intense competitive experience unlike any other. …
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Our newest book, Together Is Better, celebrates the kindness of neighbors and community togetherness through shared activities. Written by Diane Costa and illustrated by Grace Tan, it reflects the strength and vitality of multicultural communities that bond by volunteering to help those in need, visiting with seniors, painting a town mural, and so much more. With simple text and delightful illustrations, Together Is Better conveys kindness and community unity in an easy-to-understand way.
“Together Is Better is a heartwarming children’s book that beautifully illustrates the power of community and kindness. One delightful example is how neighbors come together to grow fresh food and flowers in a community garden, showing young readers the joy of working together. With its simple yet impactful storytelling and a wealth of fun, educational activities, this bilingual book is perfect for encouraging children to appreciate and contribute to their communities.” Carol Felicio, Education Policy Communications Associate, Washington, DC
Together Is Better includes access to a detailed lesson plan, English and Spanish audio, and printable activities to support diversity education. It is available in English-only and the following bilingual editions: Dari, Haitian Creole, Pashto, Ukrainian, Russian, and Spanish, with many more languages coming soon.
This book is another addition to our popular Living in Harmony Series, which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship. Other Living in Harmony Series titles include Be Kind, Leo’s Dogs, We Can All Be Friends, and Who Are We? This popular series is available in many languages and includes teaching resources and audio.
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Our newest release, Leo’s Dogs, is a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated story about a boy named Leo, who volunteers to read to dogs at an animal shelter shortly after he moves to a new country.
Leo’s Dogs, written by Ellen Skowronski and illustrated by Maria Russo, follows Leo as he adjusts to his new home after having to leave behind his beloved dog, Bella. The story follows Leo as he navigates homesickness and the anxiety of adapting to a new culture, language, and surroundings. Leo discovers that by volunteering to read to dogs at an animal shelter, he is improving his language skills while enjoying the company and unconditional acceptance of pets. As Leo’s language skills and confidence grow, Leo makes new friends!
“Many of my students will see themselves in this heartwarming story as they watch a little boy adjust to living in a new country and making it his home as he learns another language. The illustrations of a variety of dogs are delightful.” Mary Karen Engel, 2nd Grade Teacher
For children, reading to animals provides opportunities to practice their reading skills in a nonjudgmental setting. Animal shelter reading programs benefit readers and animals by creating a mutually beneficial environment that supports emotional well-being.
Leo’s Dogs includes a detailed lesson plan, downloadable worksheets, and English and Spanish audio of the book for parents and educators. It is available in English-only and the following bilingual editions: Dari, Haitian Creole, Pashto, Ukrainian, Russian, and Spanish, with many more languages coming soon.
Leo’s Dogs is the latest addition to our popular Living in Harmony Series, which helps explain the concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship. Other Living in Harmony Series titles include Be Kind, Together Is Better, We Can All Be Friends, and Who Are We? This popular series is available in many languages and includes teaching resources and audio.
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Let’s learn about the Vietnamese language! We’ve gathered background information and interesting facts about the language. In addition, check out our newest children’s books available in Vietnamese.
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Language Lizard is excited to announce its newest offering, The Fall. What’s that text? by Alexander Hiett. This adventure tale is perfect for older language learners.
Travel through time and decode a message written in mystifying symbols. In The Fall. What’s that text? an afternoon bike ride unexpectedly hurtles a young teen into an ancient civilization. Who is the mysterious visitor waiting for him in the cave, and what could these puzzling wall carvings all mean? Can YOU decode the message before time runs out?
Alex Hiett’s dramatic illustrations make this intriguing tale come to life. Perfect for language learners ages ten and older, this unusual adventure depicts the evolution of written communication from long-ago hieroglyphics to modern mobile text emojis. This story will spark discussion about how writing has evolved around the globe and across thousands of years.
The Fall. What’s that text? is available in English with Arabic, Cantonese, Romanian, Spanish, Ukrainian or Urdu. It is PENPal enabled, so you can hear the text spoken in both languages.
In addition to The Fall. What’s that text?, Language Lizard offers several titles in various languages to support older language learning students. These picture books present more complex content and a higher text level while still offering engaging illustrations to assist in comprehension and provide visual support. We also offer an Older Language Learner 6 Book Set.
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