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Classroom, Holidays, Lesson Plans, Multicultural, Teacher Resources

10 Easy Ways to Practice Gratitude and Kindness in November

November 11, 2022 languagelizard Leave a comment

Food, Food, Fabulous Food by Kate Clynes, illustrated by MW

Autumn is the season of giving thanks and being grateful. Whether celebrating Thanksgiving in the United States or Labor Thanksgiving Day in Japan, the idea is the same. It’s a festive time rooted in history to bring people together to give thanks and be grateful. And, since gratitude and kindness go hand in hand, it’s no coincidence that World Kindness Day falls in November as well.

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Classroom, Language Lizard Announcements, Multicultural, Teacher Resources

Multicultural Music Book Celebrates Diversity

November 2, 2022 languagelizard Leave a comment

Musical Instruments from Around the World, our newest release, is another incredible addition to our Explore collection. The Language Lizard Explore collection helps readers discover the world around them. It includes non-fiction topics with engaging illustrations and amazing facts that appeal to younger and older language learners. In addition, all of the titles in the Explore collection include access to free lesson plans, English and Spanish audio, and fun activities to support multicultural education and celebrate diversity.

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At Home, Classroom, Dual Language, ELLs / DLLs, Families, Giveaways, Holidays, Lesson Plans, Multicultural, Schools, Teacher Resources, Uncategorized

October is Celebrating the Bilingual Child Month!

September 30, 2022 languagelizard Leave a comment

October is Celebrating the Bilingual Child Month, providing a unique opportunity to recognize and celebrate the wonderful aspects of bilingualism and multiculturalism. We are offering fun activities, handouts and more to celebrate this special month!

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At Home, Classroom, Holidays, Multicultural, Teacher Resources

September is #WorldKitLitMonth

August 31, 2022 languagelizard Leave a comment

Inspired by World Kit Lit Month, the annual celebration of world literature for children and young adults, use the month of September to travel the world and explore other cultures through literature, food, games, and more!

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Bilingual Book Sets for Older Language Learners

August 17, 2022 languagelizard Leave a comment

Check out our new bilingual offering for older language learners, perfect for the new school year!

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Idiom Week: Teaching Idioms with Multicultural Resources

January 11, 2022 languagelizard Leave a comment

Idiom Week takes place this year from January 9-15. Language Lizard has put together the best ways to teach idioms with multicultural resources. Use hashtag #IdiomsRock on social media and tell us about your favorite idioms from any language! Continue reading Idiom Week: Teaching Idioms with Multicultural Resources →

Classroom, Teacher Resources

Movement, Role Models, & Thanksgiving

November 25, 2021 languagelizard Leave a comment

Today, as we celebrate Thanksgiving, Language Lizard completes our conversation with Anamaría Amador. We talk about the value in showing gratitude, the influence role models can have, and multiculturalism in the classroom. Continue reading Movement, Role Models, & Thanksgiving →

Classroom, Dual Language, ELLs / DLLs, Teacher Resources

Vaccines Explained for Young Children

November 18, 2021 languagelizard Leave a comment

With new vaccine mandates and children between 5-11 now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, Language Lizard has bilingual resources to help your children understand the history and value of vaccines. Continue reading Vaccines Explained for Young Children →

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October is Celebrate the Bilingual Child Month

October 4, 2021 languagelizard Leave a comment

Join Language Lizard as we Celebrate the Bilingual Child this month! For over a decade, we have been celebrating these children every October. Today we talk about the history of this celebration, how you can celebrate, and our newest Bilingual Book Giveaway!

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