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Thoughtful resources for families raising children with more than one language.

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My Child Started School and Stopped Speaking Our Language

My Child Started School and Stopped Speaking Our Language

Starting school often means a child suddenly answers back in the wrong language. Here's what's actually happening, and why it rarely means what parents fear it means.

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Why Does My Bilingual Child Always Answer in English? (And What It Really Means)

Why Does My Bilingual Child Always Answer in English? (And What It Really Means)

Wondering why your bilingual child answers in English even though they understand your home language? Learn why this happens, what it means, and how to respond without damaging your child's relationship with the language.

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Will my child start preferring the school language over the home language?

Will my child start preferring the school language over the home language?

When children start school and the home language begins to fade into the background, it can feel like a quiet displacement. This article explains what's actually happening, and what genuinely keeps a language present.

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Bilingual Child Starting School: What to Expect

Bilingual Child Starting School: What to Expect

Starting school can shift your child’s language balance quickly. Here is what is normal, what is happening beneath the surface, and how to protect the minority language without pressure.

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