Dari and Pashto: Afghan Languages Fun Facts & Books
Language spotlight on Dari and Pashto! Learn interesting facts about these two languages. Find the newest bilingual Dari and Pashto children’s books.
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4 New (Free!) Lesson Plans – Social & Emotional Learning
4 new multicultural lesson plans focus on Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) skills. Access these free lesson plans, and many more, to help bring more multicultural learning to your classroom.
Bilingual Summer Reading List
Whether your summer is action-packed or laid back, there are stretches of time that are perfect for getting in some bilingual reading. But what books are perfect for the long ride to grandma’s, or the quiet afternoon by the lake? We’ve brought together some of our favorite summertime reads that are sure to appeal to … Continue reading Bilingual Summer Reading List
5 Refugees Making America Great
There has been a lot of discussion and debate regarding refugees, with some people expressing concerns that letting in refugees will increase terrorism, while others fear that the recent proposed limitations imposed by an executive order have caused the US to lose its moral compass. In the midst of this conversation, it can be easy … Continue reading 5 Refugees Making America Great
3 Steps to Build a Lending Library in Your Classroom
Have you ever considered creating a lending library in your classroom? They can be an especially great resource for bilingual students and their families. When students see books in their home languages, it can be comforting and a source of pride, and can encourage acceptance of diversity in all of your students. A classroom lending … Continue reading 3 Steps to Build a Lending Library in Your Classroom
Bilingual Students: The Benefits of Narration
As we mentioned in our previous post, Bilingual Students: Using Holiday Celebrations to Promote Language Development in Multicultural Classrooms, bilingual students often have a lot to say right after they return from their winter holidays. They are eager to share activities that they engaged in with family and friends and to talk about the gifts … Continue reading Bilingual Students: The Benefits of Narration
Bilingual Children: Summer Travel Activities
Summer is a wonderful time of year to travel: Children are out of school and the warm days beacon for lazy hours at the beach or walks through cool forests. Whether we are traveling by land, air or sea, we can make bilingualism part of every bilingual child’s summertime adventures. Both parents and teachers can … Continue reading Bilingual Children: Summer Travel Activities
How to Help Students Survive Culture Shock
By Colleen Miller Photo credit: vasta Have you noticed that about halfway into the school year, new ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) students, who once seemed excited and energized, seem to hit a wall? Students who once were bright-eyed and cheerful come to school looking listless and detached. More than just the mid-year … Continue reading How to Help Students Survive Culture Shock
Children’s Books: Stick with the Real Thing!
As a recent article from the New York Times reminds us, when it comes to children’s books, print is still where it’s at. E-books may be perfect for a bus ride home after a long day in the office, easily tucked away into a briefcase or backpack. And an iPad can help distract us and … Continue reading Children’s Books: Stick with the Real Thing!
Bilingual Book Review: The “Our Lives, Our World” Series
In continuation of our celebration of The Bilingual Child Month, we’d like to share with you a review of three bilingual books that explore and celebrate global diversity. Read these books with your students to help them appreciate children just like them from around the world. Goal! Let’s Play! – written by Joe Marriott and … Continue reading Bilingual Book Review: The “Our Lives, Our World” Series