A photo: GettyIt is believed that children who speak two languages ​​have a more flexible mindset, for example, they can come up with many ways to solve the same problem. This is not surprising, because they constantly have to choose between languages, and therefore, two different worldviews. The second language expands emotional intelligence, because the more words we use to identify feelings, the more we understand and differentiate the shades of our state, which means that we manage ourselves better. However, to bring up the only one in the family is not so easy. It is important to be consistent and adhere to a special bilingual learning system under any circumstances. As a result, either the baby will “see the light” and speak, or will not properly learn any language. How to inculcate a child's love of languages, tell teachers from English Preschool "Discovery".

1. Limit the scope of the language

It is better to use a foreign language in a specificsituations or a particular person. A small child is confused if today his mother teaches him colors in Russian, and tomorrow in English. If the family speaks two languages, use the rule “one language - one parent”. You can play in a foreign language in specific games, or use it only at dinner, or only in the presence of a grandmother.

2. Less is more

It is not necessary to constantly insert foreign speechwords (especially to those parents who speak a foreign language badly). Memorizing individual words will not teach you to speak, and the pronunciation will be incorrect. Always remember that the baby absorbs everything like a sponge, so if you make mistakes, then he will repeat them.

3. Learn to play

Learning a language for kids should be a game, andnot a lesson. It is important to intrigue the child so that he wants to learn something new. Children easily learn anything when they are interested. Outdoor games with the name of body parts and movements, songs and fairy tales-performances in English are much more effective than simple memorization of words.

4. Pull the conversation

It’s better not concentrate on the rightpronunciation, and on the free use of foreign words. Constant corrections create a psychological barrier, the child is afraid to make a mistake and does not speak at all. Children under 6 years old often misinterpret the sounds of their native language. It is important that teachers have the correct pronunciation.

5. Language is not only words.

Language learning is best accompanied by learning.features of culture, traditions, holidays of another country, it enriches the process and builds for the child an understanding of a different environment. For example, you can organize an English tea party or learn English folk song, a fairy tale.

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