Section outline

  • A Grand Tour of Resources, Supports & Strategies for Young Dual Language Learners (DLLs) will include:

    • The Gift of First Language! Embracing a “growth” mindset
    • Information and resources for families of young DLLS in supporting their young learners of more than one language
    • Current research and resources for teaching young DLLs in ECE programs 
    • Discussion of potential for all children including those identified with language challenges
    • Key principles of learning languages with implications for implementation of evidence-based practices at home, in school, and in community
    • Video snippets and photos of effective strategies to encourage learning of more than one language through embracing “translanguaging practices,” interactive storybook reading, play, music, art, and culturally responsive activities that promote young children’s development and learning 
    • Resources & references to continue your tour.