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        BILINGUAL CHILDREN: 5 TIPS FOR USING LANGUAGE IN CONTEXT

        December 31, 2011
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        There are so many wonderful ways for our children to learn languages today. Online programs offer interactive multimedia opportunities that we could have only dreamed of having when we were young. Bilingual books and DVDs can be found in many libraries around the country, and children’s language learning classes abound. What parents and teachers sometimes forget is the value of context when it comes to learning a language. Flash cards and online vocabulary games can be fun, but they don’t offer the............. CONTINUE READING
        Book Reviews,

        MULTICULTURAL AND LANGUAGE-LEARNING GIFTS: OUR TOP TIPS FOR HOLIDAY GIFT-GIVING

        December 14, 2011
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        Twinkling lights, fires in the fireplace, and the smell of fresh pine needles – the holidays are upon us! For many, the most difficult part of this time of year is figuring out the perfect gift for friends and loved ones. For those of you looking for bilingual and multicultural products, we have put together a list of some favorites which would make perfect holiday gifts for young language learners, multicultural children and a special teacher. Let us know............. CONTINUE READING
        Book Reviews,

        BILINGUAL BOOK REVIEW: MAREK AND ALICE’S CHRISTMAS

        December 12, 2011
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        Marek and Alice’s Christmas Written by Jolanta Starek-Corile Illustrated by Priscilla Lamont Paperback Ages 3-8 Review by Maureen Pugh This brightly illustrated book is part of our celebration series, which explores the way people celebrate different festivals around the world. In the story, Marek, his sister Alice, and their parents are visiting their extended family including their babcia (grandmother), dziadek (grandfather) and prababcia (great-grandmother) in Poland. All are involved in preparing for the big Christmas celebration and Marek is full of questions. Why does prababcia put hay............. CONTINUE READING
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        10 TIPS ON CELEBRATING CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM THIS WINTER SEASON

        December 6, 2011
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        Santa Lucia celebration As the days shorten and the weather turns cold and crisp, families are warming up with their winter holiday celebrations. Candles, lights, sweets and gifts highlight this time of year in many cultures around the world. Although celebrating specific religious traditions is not permitted in most classrooms in America, there is no reason for teachers to avoid winter holidays all together. In fact, teaching about winter traditions can be a wonderful way to help bilingual children, in particular, feel even............. CONTINUE READING
        At Home, Schools,

        CHILDREN’S BOOKS: STICK WITH THE REAL THING!

        November 30, 2011
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        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 our children during a long wait in the doctor’s office. But when it comes to the beloved bedtime story or a read-aloud at............. CONTINUE READING
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        MULTICULTURAL CALENDAR – DIVERSITY CALENDAR 2012

        November 26, 2011
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        With the holiday season approaching, we wanted to let you know about a wonderful Multicultural Calendar that we recently discovered. This calendar would make a great gift for educators, families and organizations who celebrate diversity and teach children about other cultures and holidays.  In fact, we liked it so much that Language Lizard has decided to give a few away! Developed by artist Sheena Singh, this beautiful calendar includes hundreds of multicultural, multi-faith and diversity related holidays and observances.  It provides............. CONTINUE READING
        Schools,

        THANKSGIVING AND IMMIGRANT CULTURES

        November 17, 2011
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        Is this what you will teach your students this Thanksgiving? By guest author: Corey Heller Stories about the origins of the North American celebration of Thanksgiving abound. Some attribute it to the Pilgrim’s prayerful appreciation for having survived an arduous journey across the sea. Others claim that it commemorates the kindness of the Native Americans who helped them survive a cold winter without food. Still others say it stems from the originally pagan tradition of giving thanks for yet another bountiful summer crop. Whatever............. CONTINUE READING
        ELLs / DLLs, Schools,

        BILINGUAL BOOKS TO BOOST READING COMPREHENSION

        November 8, 2011
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        As we all know, reading comprehension is essential in today’s world. It is necessary for mastering subjects in school, working at jobs, and deciphering written communications. Without it, we might be able to pronounce words on the page but would not be able to make sense of what the words mean when put together. Reading comprehension demands that we create images and connections in our head based on the combination of words that we are reading. The more familiar we are with............. CONTINUE READING
        Families, Schools,

        TRADITIONS AROUND THE WORLD: CELEBRATE AUTUMN

        October 28, 2011
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        Display for Día de los Muertos (or Day of the Dead in English), a holiday celebrated mainly in Mexico and by people of Mexican heritage living in the United States and Canada. The holiday is dedicated to the remembrance of friends and relatives who have died. The air is becoming cold and crisp. Leaves are turning a vibrant gold, red and purple. Pumpkins dot the countryside and hay rides are a dime a dozen. Autumn is in full swing. In addition to the............. CONTINUE READING
        Families, Schools,

        BILINGUAL BOOK GIVEAWAY: THE WINNERS!

        October 21, 2011
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        THANK YOU to everyone who participated in Language Lizard’s $250 Bilingual Book Giveaway!  We were impressed with the number of entrants and very inspired by the feedback we received from participants!  You are all working so hard to improve literacy and language skills among dual language learners. We also appreciate all your efforts to teach children about other cultures and support a greater understanding of diversity and our multicultural community.  If you would like to read some of the comments of our............. CONTINUE READING
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