When you start on the bilingual journey, you tend to focus exclusively on language acquisition. The reason being that you…
Teaching writing in the minority language: Turning colouring books into comics
Motivating my eldest (7) to write is often an issue. Most of the writing she does is usually directed by…
Reading in the minority language: Building confidence using comics
My 7-year old’s reading journey began 2 years ago (c.f “Getting your child started with reading in the minority language“). One day…
Using WhatsApp’s voice function to get your child to talk in the minority language
Modern technologies, and most particularly screens, have a huge appeal to our kids. My eldest unlocked my phone for the very…
The importance of reading up on bilingual education
Now, do not be mistaken, this post is certainly not designed to attract more followers! 😉 It is inspired by…
Tips for parents: 5 tips to discreetly have your kids switch to the minority language between them
If you have a ml@home house rule or notice that your children mostly play together in the Majority Language (ML),…
What to expect when raising bilingual?
In bilingual education, the first thing is to have an unwavering determination. Indeed, if raising a child is already a…
Education Tip – If they can’t beat you, let them join you!
This year is my youngest daughter’s first year at nursery school. Like her eldest, she does not have school on…
Family minority language documentary time
Over the last few weeks, a new trend has developed among our family. One evening, we treated the girls to…
Meet Raquel, from Spain, raising bilingual in English in Spain.
After a long summer break, the Mini-Interview series returns! Here is a brand new entry about a fantastic bilingual mum…
