Abstract
Do bilingual children suffer from cognitive and linguistic disadvantages, or do they enjoy advantages by being fluent in two languages? Does speaking, reading, and writing a home language other than English impede a child learning English? This article seeks to answer these questions through summaries of relevant research studies. The author discusses the findings in the context of school policies and teaching practices. This article offers strategies classroom teachers can use to support bilingual students and their families.
Topics
Teaching Methods and Strategies
Bilingualism
Bilingual Students