Bilingual Kids Books For ESL Students

bilingual kids books for ESL students

For those fortunate to grow up in a multilingual household, foreign language learning may seem like second nature. But what about those who have to learn a second language later in their childhood? ESL students can face a difficult time trying to learn English. However, one way for us as teachers and parents to help them with their studies is through leisure reading. Here are two particular benefits of bilingual kids books for ESL students.    

Practical Application Of The Basics

One of the best things about bilingual kids books is that they offer kids an opportunity to practice what they learned in a fun and engaging way.  For example, they expose children to subjects such as grammar, vocabulary, and punctuation. Plus, these books are an excellent way to introduce the culture, history, and other important aspects of our society.

Bilingual Kids Books For ESL Students:  Break Up the Boredom

Schools bombard children with lessons at school and this can sometimes be overwhelming. One to break up the monotony is to offer them a fun activity that helps them apply what they learn. Whether in-classroom or at home, bilingual children’s books are a wonderful resource that delivers a delightful and colorful learning experience. Additionally, when children’s brains are engaged in interactive ways like this, information transfers more easily from short-term memory to long-term memory.

So, if your child is an ESL student, visit our online store today to browse our titles and help them make the most of their language studies.



Author Bio

Cindy Shapiro Tracy is the owner and CEO of International Children’s Books. As a passionate multilingualist, she has made it her mission to share the joy of learning foreign languages – and to make it fun for everyone. Previously, she was in management in the private banking sector, with an MBA from Syracuse University. 

After working with the founder of International Children’s Books for over 20 years, she took over the business and now carefully curates the inventory for International Children’s Books, as well as her own foreign language bookstore, World of Reading, which she started in 1989. Since then, she has sold thousands of books to corporate, government, and educational institutions, as well as to parents and eager independent students. 

From “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” in Italian to “Green Eggs and Ham” in Polish, International Children’s Books has something to delight every child and adult!


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