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Children speaking two languages

 

A workshop for parents on bringing up children to speak two languages will be conducted in Umina on Saturday, April 1.

The workshop will look at how family languages can be passed on to children while still ensuring they learn the English they need for school.

The workshop will provide information and discussion about raising children to have a second language.

Topics will include myths about bilingualism, how we learn one or two languages, why bilingualism can be a plus, how to support bilingualism at home, video case studies of bilingual families and hints for dealing with professionals.

The workshop will be conducted by Dr Liz Ellis.

Dr Ellis is an experienced presenter and qualified teacher who has given radio interviews and parent workshops on many language issues.

Dr Ellis is also a parent and a speaker of Spanish.

"Many people think that learning two languages at an early age can confuse young children, where in fact this type of language learning stimulates early brain development," said Dr Ellis

The workshop will be held on Saturday, April 1, at the Beachside Family Centre in the grounds of Umina Beach Public School, Sydney Ave, Umina.

A children's crèche will be provided.

The workshop will run from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting 4388 2044 or 4353 4688.

Press release, March 22 Sue Ellis, Beachside Family Centre