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Benefits of Bilingualism
Fostering bilingualism in children promotes intellectual, social, and cultural development, enriching their lives now and in the future. Being bilingual:
- Boosts cognitive skills like problem-solving and creativity.
- Encourages cultural understanding, helping kids connect with diverse communities.
- Improves academic performance, enhancing literacy and preparing them for learning more languages later on.
- Opens doors to global career opportunities.
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Essential Instructional Strategies in the Dual Language Classroom
Learning multiple languages is valuable for individuals, families, and society as a whole. In Birdville ISD, teachers use a range of strategies to nurture proficiency in both the student's home language, Spanish, and English.