Talk, Read and Sing Together Every Day! The Benefits of Being Bilingual - A Review for Teachers and Other Early Education Program Providers

Learning more than one language is an asset to individuals, families, and our entire society. Early childhood teachers can share the benefits of bilingualism with families and their communities, find ways to support children's home languages, and encourage families to keep their language strong. Developing the child's home language provides the foundation for reading and writing, preparing children to be biliterate. Researchers have found many benefits to being bilingual and biliterate. Below are just a few!