You know, even growing up going to school, I had teachers…
“You know, even growing up going to school, I had teachers that were against bilingual teaching. I never understood that. My parents always had me speak Spanish first knowing I was going to speak English in school.”
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Teaching in a child's first language supports cognitive development and eases later second‑language learning.
In simple terms: First language instruction aids later learning.
Support native language early education.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- classroom policy
- parental guidance
- immigrant families
- curriculum design
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language affect learning?
- What policies support bilingual teaching?
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