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Interesting Facts About The German Language

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Interesting Facts About The German Language

Learning a second language can be an exciting and fun challenge for you and your child. Not sure which language suits your fancy? Here are three fun facts about the German language!  When It Comes To Gender, Germany Has Three! Languages such as Spanish traditionally have two genders, male and female, But German adds an additional challenge of having a third, neutral gender as well. Interestingly, the genders don’t always agree with the word they are describing. As Mark Twain once said, “In German, a young lady has no sex, while a turnip has.” Telling Time Can Be… Tricky Germans...

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The Importance of Learning Styles When Teaching A Second Language

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The Importance of Learning Styles When Teaching A Second Language

When teaching a second language to your children, it can be easy to fall into the same habits of instruction. However, an important aspect of second language learning is discovering your child’s learning style. Consider these elements to help enhance your child’s understanding.  Global vs. Analytic Learners One aspect to keep in mind is whether your child is a global or analytic learner. Do they struggle with memorizing vocabulary? Are they frustrated with grammar rules? Global learners prefer to hear a story or experience multiple parts at one time. They also enjoy working in groups. Analytic learners, however, thrive on...

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Fun Facts About the Russian Language

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Fun Facts About the Russian Language

Have you been interested in learning to speak the Russian language? Not only is the Russian language the most spoken Slavic language with over 258 million speakers, but it’s also one of the most unique languages in the world! Check out 5 fun facts about Russian that may surprise you here:  Astronauts are required to learn Russian! Russia has such a large presence within space technology, it’s now mandated that foreign astronauts must have a working knowledge of Russian. So make sure to practice learning Russian if you plan on going to space!  Most adjectives have multiple syllables. A unique...

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Creativity and Cognitive Skills Increased through Learning a Second Language

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Creativity and Cognitive Skills Increased through Learning a Second Language

You may be familiar with the academic and other benefits of being bilingual. But did you know you might actually experience better relationships after learning a second language? There are so many unexpected bonuses to knowing more than one language! Read on to find out how being bilingual could improve your connections with loved ones. Better Connections When people take the time to learn more than one language, they usually find they have an easier time remembering things. What an amazing benefit to being bilingual! When it comes to relationships, this means that you’ll be more likely to remember details...

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Using Animals to Teach A New Language

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Using Animals to Teach A New Language

Animals are probably not the first thing you think of when you're teaching your child a new language. But with a little creativity, pretty much anything your child loves can be a tool for learning. Are you and your kids animal lovers? Many of us have pets at home, or simply enjoy learning fun facts about the animals that roam the earth. Read on to find out how animals can make the education process fun. Naming/describing animals This is a simple way to begin incorporating your new language into everyday life. If you have a pet in the house, you...

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