Image from We Can All Be Friends Let’s learn about the Bengali language! We’ve gathered background information and interesting facts about the language. In addition, check out our newest children’s books available in Bengali. Where is Bengali spoken? Bengali is the seventh most popular language globally, spoken by more than 260 million people worldwide.  Bengali is primarily spoken in Bangladesh and India. Bengali in the United States There are over 300 thousand Bengali speakers in the United States, with large groups in the New York metropolitan area, California, and Texas. Image from W ..read more

After many months of hard work, we are excited to share our newly updated website! Our redesigned website incorporates a fresh, fun, and colorful look with an enhanced format, providing our visitors with easy access to all our products and services. The site refresh reflects our position as a leading children’s publisher and distributor of bilingual books and products in over 60 languages. Our new site continues to have all the essential features that our users have grown to love but with an easier-to-use and more streamlined navigation menu. With a combination of large buttons and better-def ..read more

Since October is Celebrating the Bilingual Child Month, a month-long celebration of bilingualism and multiculturalism, we wanted to look at five common myths and misconceptions surrounding bilingualism. Let’s explore and debunk some of these commonly held beliefs and shed some light on the truth behind bilingualism and its benefits.  Myth 1: Bilingualism delays language development in children One of the most persistent myths is that exposing children to two languages at an early age could hinder language development. However, research shows bilingual children often have superior cogniti ..read more

Image from Fresh As A Daisy: Nature Idioms Let’s face it, keeping kids engaged in learning can often be challenging during the summer months! Whether busy with camps or friends, summertime reading can often fall by the wayside. However, with less scheduling and more time (hopefully!), it’s also the perfect opportunity to encourage kids to expand their knowledge through reading. There is an entire week, the National Summer Learning Week, created to celebrate the importance of keeping kids learning, safe and healthy every summer and ensuring they return to school ready to succeed! Get Reading ..read more

Now that school is in full swing, here are some vocabulary strategies for teaching ELL students so they can succeed in their language development journey! The post Vocabulary Strategies for Teaching ELL Students first appeared on English Language Learners / Dual Language Learners / Multicultural Education Support - Language Lizard Blog ..read more

Learn about Sepak Takraw! This fast-paced and growing sport is popular in Southeast Asia and can be traced back to 15th-century Malaysia. The post Sports Around the World – Spotlight on Sepak Takraw first appeared on English Language Learners / Dual Language Learners / Multicultural Education Support - Language Lizard Blog ..read more

It's back-to-school time, so here are some great resources to ensure your bilingual classroom is ready and welcoming for all students! The post Getting Your Bilingual Classroom Ready for Back to School first appeared on English Language Learners / Dual Language Learners / Multicultural Education Support - Language Lizard Blog ..read more

Language Lizard presents, When Nani, When? This bilingual book is a sweet tale in which a young girl learns that patience has delicious rewards. The post New Bilingual Book Explores Patience and Sweet Rewards first appeared on English Language Learners / Dual Language Learners / Multicultural Education Support - Language Lizard Blog ..read more

We've compiled some fun bilingual book recommendations perfect for keeping kids reading and language learning all summer long! The post Engaging Bilingual Book Recommendations for Summer Reading first appeared on English Language Learners / Dual Language Learners / Multicultural Education Support - Language Lizard Blog ..read more

Congratulations to MCBD for celebrating its 10th anniversary! Learn more about this special day and enjoy reviews of Amazing Sports from Around the World. The post It’s a Wrap: Multicultural Children’s Book Day and Bilingual Sports Book Reviews! first appeared on English Language Learners / Dual Language Learners / Multicultural Education Support - Language Lizard Blog ..read more