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In this episode, Eva and Maren are joined by Eowny, the expert behind On Raising Bilingual Children, to dive into the exciting journey of navigating bilingualism as our children enter their school years. As the world becomes increasingly multilingual, raising bilingual children presents unique opportunities and challenges—especially as they begin to immerse themselves in a school environment.
Eowny shares her invaluable expertise on:
Strategies for maintaining fluency in home languages while embracing the diversity of the school setting.
Practical tips for supporting language development in both languages at home and school.
How to foster cultural awareness and linguistic growth during these formative school years.
Approaches to balancing the demands of multilingualism in a structured school environment.
If you’re raising children in a multilingual environment, this episode offers crucial insights into how to nurture and support bilingualism during school years—ensuring your child thrives both linguistically and culturally.
Discover Eowny’s top blog posts for additional guidance:
Top 5 Tips for Parents with Children Starting School in a New Language
Is Your Child Starting School in a New Language? 5 Strategies for Caregivers to Support the Transition
Supporting Multilingualism in Schools: Spotlight on Best Practices
This episode is a must-listen for parents and caregivers looking to support their children as they navigate the wonderful, complex world of bilingual education!
