{"id":8466,"date":"2024-10-28T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-28T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/?p=8466"},"modified":"2024-10-17T02:49:50","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T02:49:50","slug":"bilingual-environment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create a Bilingual Environment at Home for Young Learners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/#Tip_1_Just_speak\" >Tip #1: Just speak!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/#Tip_2_Use_your_space\" >Tip #2: Use your space<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/#Tip_3_Introduce_English_materials\" >Tip #3: Introduce English materials<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/#Tip_4_Include_others\" >Tip #4: Include others<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/#Tip_5_The_OPOL_method\" >Tip #5: The OPOL method<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/parents-kids\/bilingual-environment\/#Wrap-up\" >Wrap-up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>If you want your child to be bilingual, you don't need to wait for them to be old enough for classes or special schools. In fact, their education can begin right in your own home with many of the tools you already have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article will introduce some tips for turning your home into a great place to boost bilingual language skills. Everyone's living situation is different, so choose the methods that work for you and give your child a head start on global communication!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_1_Just_speak\"><\/span><strong>Tip #1: Just speak!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210750\/bilingual_pexels-jennifer-murray-10890771-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A mother washing her young daughter's hands in the kitchen sink\" class=\"wp-image-8467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210750\/bilingual_pexels-jennifer-murray-10890771-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210750\/bilingual_pexels-jennifer-murray-10890771-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210750\/bilingual_pexels-jennifer-murray-10890771-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210750\/bilingual_pexels-jennifer-murray-10890771-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210750\/bilingual_pexels-jennifer-murray-10890771-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just as we all learned our first language, the most important part of creating a bilingual environment is exposure. Books and learning materials are great when the time is right, but very young children aren't able to fully use them yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, even if they're too small to use these materials, they <em>can<\/em> listen and observe. Kids are great at noticing everything happening around them, so it's important for parents to speak English with them often. It doesn't need to be all the time, but try to reserve at least an hour each day to use English exclusively or as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When doing household tasks like cleaning or cooking, talk about what you are doing in simple words. For example: \"I'm cutting the vegetables\" or \"I'm folding the shirts.\" Also, point out objects around the house while saying their names in English and get them to repeat after you, if they are able.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_2_Use_your_space\"><\/span><strong>Tip #2: Use your space<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211809\/bilingual_pexels-pragyan-bezbaruah-17201881-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A little girl writing on a piece of paper next to an older, smiling girl\" class=\"wp-image-8475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211809\/bilingual_pexels-pragyan-bezbaruah-17201881-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211809\/bilingual_pexels-pragyan-bezbaruah-17201881-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211809\/bilingual_pexels-pragyan-bezbaruah-17201881-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211809\/bilingual_pexels-pragyan-bezbaruah-17201881-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211809\/bilingual_pexels-pragyan-bezbaruah-17201881-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When children get a little older, the previous ideas can be expanded. For example, you can choose special times of the day when only English is spoken \u2014 now with everyone speaking instead of just the parent(s). Doing this will bring English into real-life situations instead of just lessons in a textbook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This idea can be taken further by making certain areas of the home \"English-only\" zones. Again, each home is different, but if you have enough space to make it work, turn one room into an area where only English is allowed! This can present a fun challenge for your child (and maybe even for you!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to make sure they stick to the rules, so if you speak in English, they should also respond in English. However, don't be <em>too<\/em> strict; be encouraging and supportive, but it's OK if your child doesn't get it right all of the time. Remember: the goal is to make English communication natural, not to turn it into a stressful task they won't enjoy. If they work at it continually, they will get better at it \u2014\u00a0and so will you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_3_Introduce_English_materials\"><\/span><strong>Tip #3: Introduce English materials<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211232\/bilingual_pexels-alex-green-56934031-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"A boy and girl playing with an English-learning app on a tablet\" class=\"wp-image-8472\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211232\/bilingual_pexels-alex-green-56934031-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211232\/bilingual_pexels-alex-green-56934031-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211232\/bilingual_pexels-alex-green-56934031-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211232\/bilingual_pexels-alex-green-56934031-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09211232\/bilingual_pexels-alex-green-56934031-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As we mentioned earlier, English-language materials are great ways to enhance and support a bilingual environment if they are used properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read English stories to your child and give them books they can explore on their own. Also, be sure to give them music, movies and online videos in English that are appropriate for their age. Again, this changes English from something to study into a regular kind of entertainment and play.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to videos, there are plenty on YouTube featuring songs children can watch to help them learn English. Here are just a few examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Baby Learning with Ms Rachel - Baby Songs, Speech, Sign Language for Babies - Baby Videos\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zmEv7vTOQGE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Number Song | Five Little Duckies + More Baby Songs | Beep Beep Nursery Rhymes\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8fLfkK2kPcs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Children&#039;s English Learning | Songs with Lyrics and Actions: Hands in the Air\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/XIJ8kh1qYbc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"video-responsive\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"I Can Learn New Things + Nursery Rhymes | Afrobeats | Kids Songs | Kids Cartoon | Kunda &amp; Friends\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0IOR4icWL5I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It's important to choose videos that are appropriate for your child's age and stage of development.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also a variety of language-learning apps you can download on your mobile device. Some are free with in-app purchases, while others must be purchased from the start. Some examples include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studycat.com\/product\/studycat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Studycat<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/monkey-junior-english-for-kids\/id930331514\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Monkey Junior - English for Kids<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.originatorkids.com\/endless-alphabet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Endless Alphabet<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Don't forget, however, that even though these apps are educational, it's important to pay attention to your child's <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/app\/daily-news\/article\/kids-screen-time-may-cause-lasting-brain-changes\/cY0Uio1TEe6rLS9PNOXH5g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">screen time<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_4_Include_others\"><\/span><strong>Tip #4: Include others<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210817\/bilingual_pexels-cottonbro-studio-36626671-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Two little girls playing with blocks on a table\" class=\"wp-image-8468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210817\/bilingual_pexels-cottonbro-studio-36626671-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210817\/bilingual_pexels-cottonbro-studio-36626671-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210817\/bilingual_pexels-cottonbro-studio-36626671-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210817\/bilingual_pexels-cottonbro-studio-36626671-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/09210817\/bilingual_pexels-cottonbro-studio-36626671-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>While English materials can be helpful, remember that <em>interacting<\/em> in English will have the biggest positive impact on your child's development.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tips we've shared so far are mostly limited to the home and the small number of people inside it. But it's also important to give your child the chance to speak with others in English as often as possible. This teaches them that English is not just a tool to use with Mom or Dad; it can be used to communicate with anyone.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for ways to increase their interaction and engagement with other English speakers. This can include visits from other family members, but you can also organize <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/app\/words\/word\/play-date\/TAdZrEJNSL2JbqFYD51Qkw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">play dates<\/a> with other children who are learning English.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tip_5_The_OPOL_method\"><\/span><strong>Tip #5: The OPOL method<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/10234506\/bilingual_environment_at_home1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Parents celebrating a holiday at home with their young daughter\" class=\"wp-image-8510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/10234506\/bilingual_environment_at_home1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/10234506\/bilingual_environment_at_home1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/10234506\/bilingual_environment_at_home1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/10234506\/bilingual_environment_at_home1-420x280.jpg 420w, https:\/\/assets.blog.engoo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2024\/04\/10234506\/bilingual_environment_at_home1-840x560.jpg 840w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For homes with two parents who can speak different languages, the OPOL method can be very effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this method, which is short for \"One Person, One Language,\" each parent speaks only one language with the child \u2014 for example, Dad speaks French while Mom speaks English. This helps create a clear separation in the child's mind between the two languages and results in less confusion and language mixing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This strategy may need to be adjusted as time goes on and the child's needs change. And, of course, it requires dedication from the parents \u2014 each parent should stick to a single language instead of mixing words and phrases from both, which may be how some couples normally communicate. However, if it can be done well, the results will be <a href=\"https:\/\/engoo.com\/blog\/language-tips\/worth-very-valuable-english-vocabulary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">worth it<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wrap-up\"><\/span><strong>Wrap-up<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of the techniques we've introduced can be effective alone, but they are best used together. As each home environment is different, parents should look for the combination of strategies that works best for their situation.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that creating a bilingual environment is a process that takes time, so even if you don't start off perfectly, you can make changes as you continue. The good news is that every little bit of English exposure will help your child to become bilingual, so don't wait to get started!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you want your child to be bilingual, you don't need to wait for them to be old enough for classes or special schools. 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