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"When you learn to read you will be born again…and you will never be quite so alone again."
-- Rumer Godden
"A Hint of the Resurrection"
Story Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Summary: Aidan finds out about Saraphina's cousin Josué.
"Where You Find Light"
Story Date: Early June, 2016
Summary: Josué and Aidan set up a house for earthquake refugees, complete with books.
California Avery Casa de Esperanza appears in the location notes for this poem.
Given that Josué grew up in Haiti, and Aidan would happily buy him a bicycle -- or even several for different purposes -- it is likely that Josué routinely bikes around their tiny town, its outlying clusters of housing, and other nearby communities or attractions. While the central California heat might discourage some people, it is unlikely to bother a black kid who grew up in sweltering conditions, particularly since so much of the area is shady pine forest.
Biking a mile takes between 4 and 6 minutes at an average speed of 9 to 14 mph, an average speed most people ride. The time may vary because of several factors, such as your fitness level, bike type, terrain, weather, traffic, etc.
How Long Does It Take to Bike a Mile?
How Far Is Too Far to Go to Work by Bike?
At its core, cycling 5 to 10 miles usually takes 25 to 50 minutes, depending on speed and route complexity. This timeframe allows cycling to fit easily into many people's daily schedules without cutting into their work or personal time too heavily.
DISTANCE DIFFICULTY
0 – 5 miles Easy
6 – 10 miles Manageable
11 – 15 miles Difficult
16 – 20 miles Very difficult
21 – 25 miles Bordering on insane
25+ miles Totally insane
Depending on conditions, a day trip on a bicycle can range anywhere from 65 to 15 miles. Even the shortest distance is far larger than the whole of Avery and its surrounding clusters of housing. It would be quite easy to reach other nearby towns, and even a lake.
How Far Can I Ride in a Day?
Reading is important for children and others, especially multilingual learners.
Set of 15 Haitian Creole/English Books with Teaching Resources for English Language Learners and Diverse Classrooms
Build your bilingual library and expand your teaching resources!
This set of 15 Language Lizard Premium Collection books includes a mix of titles: fiction, non-fiction, books for early language learners, and books for older language learners.
Every book in this set comes with free downloadable teaching resources (English-only):
• comprehensive lesson plans
• audio recording
• fun, printable activities
This 15 book set includes these popular Language Lizard Premium books:
• 4 book Multicultural Idioms set
• 3 book Living in Harmony set
• 3 book Habitats set
• 5 additional fiction and non-fiction titles
4 Idiom Books Set (Bilingual Multicultural Books)
Celebrate diversity while learning idioms! Perfect for culturally diverse classrooms.
With idiom meanings, example sentences, and clever illustrations depicting scenes and characters from around the world, each multicultural book in this set explains common idioms in a way that makes them easy to understand. This set is available with English-only or bilingual books. The bilingual editions offer the meaning and literal translation of each idiom in a second language to support English language learners.
This set contains the following 4 books:
• The Lion's Share: English Animal Idioms
• Icing on the Cake: English Food Idioms
• With Flying Colors: English Color Idioms
• Fresh as a Daisy: English Nature Idioms
Each book includes bonus material to support English language learners and promote culturally responsive teaching, such as links to:
• English audio of the book
• Lesson plans that teach idioms while exposing children to other cultures
• Fun idiom activities for use in the classroom or home
• Information about the history of the idioms in the book
• Additional nature idioms with their meanings and history
THIS SET IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
3 Living In Harmony Books Set (Bilingual Diverse Children's Books)
Language Lizard Living in Harmony Books use colorful multicultural illustrations and simple text to explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
The books come with FREE multicultural lessons and activities to support culturally responsive teaching.
This set comes with three titles:
• Be Kind shows many ways to help others with simple acts of kindness.
• We Can All Be Friends shows how much we have in common even though we are all different.
• Who Are We? helps us to understand and appreciate the diversity in our community.
THIS SET IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
3 Habitat Books Set (Bilingual Children's Book)
The Language Lizard Habitat series explores three fascinating biomes of our amazing planet Earth. The simple text and eye-catching illustrations bring these diverse habitats to life. In science and language classes alike, this non-fiction series offers an engaging resource for readers of all ages.
This series includes access to FREE LESSON PLANS, English audio, and fun activities to support multicultural education. The books in the Language Lizard Habitat series are:
• Coral Reefs: Dive into the ocean to visit the diverse creatures of a coral reef.
• Deserts: Trek through the desert to uncover life in this amazing habitat.
• Tropical Rainforests: Journey to the jungle to meet the species that call the rainforest home.
THIS SET IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Dimensions: 8w x 10h inches, 24 pages
Amazing Sports from Around the World - Haitian Creole/English
Author: Douglas McLaughlin
Illustrator: Michelle Griffis
"This book is sure to be a winner for many children, but especially for middle-grade English language learners!" - Rose Jagielo-Manion, Ed.D., Department of Early and Middle Grades Education
Amazing Sports from Around the World explores unusual and fascinating sports from diverse cultures and locations. With exciting illustrations and incredible facts, this book will appeal to readers of all ages. The book comes with multicultural lesson plans, activities, and audio to support teaching in diverse classrooms.
This engaging book is part of the Language Lizard Explore collection that helps readers discover the world around them.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Dimensions: 6.0w x 9.0h inches, 40 pages
Errol's Garden (Bilingual Multicultural Book) - Haitian-Creole/English
Author: Gillian Hibbs
Errol loves gardening and has filled his home with beautiful plants, but he does not have a real garden. He dreams about an outdoor space where he can grow things. Then for the first time he discovers a rooftop space on his apartment building... perfect for a community garden! But Errol can't do everything on his own. Luckily, help is near at hand.
This is a heart-warming and inclusive tale about how one small boy's dream of a garden unites a diverse community in a positive and enriching experience.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Happy After All (Bilingual Multicultural Book) - Haitian Creole/English
Author: Anneke Forzani
Illustrator: Alex Jarman
What if you had to leave behind everything you love: family, friends, and home?
A young girl and her father face this daunting challenge as they travel away from their village. In another country, the girl must adapt to an unfamiliar climate, culture, neighborhood, and school - while feeling the sad pangs of homesickness. Through her father's encouragement, and her own willingness to embrace new experiences, the girl gradually discovers that she can be Happy After All.
Shared through a child's voice, this book combines the poignancy of memories with the pleasures of a new place. The story's ending empowers readers with the hope of thriving. This is a wonderful tool for fostering reflection and insight among all students.
Educators can download a FREE lesson plan to accompany this book for teaching in diverse classrooms. The lesson helps students identify and appreciate that meaningful happiness can be found despite new and sometimes uncomfortable circumstances. It also helps children develop a sense of empathy with immigrants to build a more welcoming and understanding community. The lesson includes extension activities, vocabulary cards, and useful resources for teaching about migration.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (Bilingual Children's Book) - Haitian Creole/English
Illustrator: Annie Kubler
This fun board book for babies and toddlers is a winner of the Sainsbury's Book Award 2002. This well-loved nursery rhyme is a great introduction to reading. Parents and children can bond through singing and rhymes. Spark a love of books, stimulate the brain and body, and encourage language development.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Musical Instruments from Around the World - Haitian Creole/English
Author and Illustrator: Emily Kobren
“The illustrations and fun descriptions will inspire many young future musicians!” - Wyman Wong, Middle School Music Teacher, NJ
What instrument can be made from animal bone? Do you know there's an instrument shaped like a musical note? What sound does a didgeridoo make? Explore the answers to these questions and more with Musical Instruments from Around the World. Filled with bright illustrations and fascinating facts, this book will entertain and educate readers of all ages.
Musical Instruments from Around the World explores instruments from diverse cultures and locations. Part of the Language Lizard Explore Collection, this book helps readers discover the world around them. Available as a bilingual book in many languages, this book includes access to FREE LESSON PLANS, English audio, a video to hear the instruments, and fun activities to support multicultural education.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
French Books
4 Storybook Set with Teaching Resources - Many Languages Available
Bilingual storybooks are fantastic literacy tools. They enhance vocabulary development, improve reading comprehension, spark creativity, and so much more. Best of all, they are fun!
Language Lizard has created a special storybook set, ideal for all ages. This 4-book set features:
• The Best of All Worlds
• Feathers and Friends
• Leo's Dogs
• The Three Little Howlers
Every book in this set comes with free downloadable teaching resources (English-only) that include:
• comprehensive lesson plans
• audio recording
• fun, printable activities
The Best of All Worlds (Bilingual Diverse Children's Book)
Author: Ellen Becker
Illustrator: Lingyan Gu
“The Best of All Worlds celebrates the different cultures and ethnicities within a warm and loving multigenerational family.” – Mia Wenjen, Co-Founder and President of Read Your World
Katie is wondering about her heritage. Her father is Vietnamese and her mother is Irish, but what is she? Katie discovers that she loves making dumplings with her grandma, watching hurling with her mom, and celebrating the Fourth of July with her family.
The Best of All Worlds follows Katie's journey as she embraces her different cultures. The beautiful watercolor illustrations enhance this delightful story.
This story is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio. It is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Feathers and Friends (Bilingual Diverse Children's Book) - Haitian Creole/English
By Diane Costa
Illustrated by Joyeeta Neogi
"A sweet story of friendship and connection through a shared interest." - Christy Meisler, Children's Librarian, MA
Feathers and Friends is a beautifully illustrated tale about two children, Sami from Afghanistan and Rosa from Ecuador, who form a friendship through their love of nature and creative arts. He likes to draw and she likes to write. Together, the new friends embark on a bird-watching adventure to create a book about all the birds they see.
Feathers and Friends is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio. This book is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
Leo's Dogs (Bilingual Diverse Children's Book)
By Ellen Skowronski
Illustrated by Maria Russo
"....a hope filled story about adapting to a new life..." - Ann Woodman, Children’s Librarian
Leo’s Dogs is the heartwarming story of a boy adjusting to a new life. Beautifully illustrated, this book will appeal to children of all ages.
Moving to a new home isn’t easy for Leo. He is trying to learn a new language and make friends. Leo also misses the dog he had to leave behind. Things turn around when Leo gets a chance to read to rescue dogs in an animal shelter.
This book is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio. Leo's Dogs is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
The Three Little Howlers (Bilingual Multicultural Book)
Author: Anneke Forzani
Illustrator: Sarah Skalski
“The Three Little Howlers is a truly magical twist on The Three Little Pigs.” - David Barry, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Early and Middle Grades Education
How will The Three Little Howlers escape from the fierce jaguar? With beautiful illustrations set in the rainforest of Central America, this lively retelling of The Three Little Pigs will charm readers of all ages.
This book is part of the Language Lizard World of Stories collection. These adventures are set in diverse areas and cultures around the world. The stories are available as bilingual books in many languages and include access to FREE LESSON PLANS, English audio, and fun activities to support multicultural education.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Adults often worry that exposing children to multiple languages will slow their development. The opposite is true. While novice speakers often mix up languages and make mistakes, this is a normal part of the learning process that happens to everyone, and they will figure it out usually without even needing adult help. The younger the child, the easier it is to learn new languages; it gets harder as they get older, but less so for polyglots than for monolingual people. While formal efforts tend to be structured, the natural way to learn languages is simply by osmosis -- being around people who speak and use them casually. Language use at home is good, especially reading to children, but better still is having a community of people -- even just a couple of families -- who share heritage languages and use them together. If the children at Casa de Esperanza find this mix too challenging, people may sort activities into Haitian Creole Day, Spanish Day, English Day, etc.
"When you learn to read you will be born again…and you will never be quite so alone again."
-- Rumer Godden
"A Hint of the Resurrection"
Story Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Summary: Aidan finds out about Saraphina's cousin Josué.
"Where You Find Light"
Story Date: Early June, 2016
Summary: Josué and Aidan set up a house for earthquake refugees, complete with books.
California Avery Casa de Esperanza appears in the location notes for this poem.
Given that Josué grew up in Haiti, and Aidan would happily buy him a bicycle -- or even several for different purposes -- it is likely that Josué routinely bikes around their tiny town, its outlying clusters of housing, and other nearby communities or attractions. While the central California heat might discourage some people, it is unlikely to bother a black kid who grew up in sweltering conditions, particularly since so much of the area is shady pine forest.
Biking a mile takes between 4 and 6 minutes at an average speed of 9 to 14 mph, an average speed most people ride. The time may vary because of several factors, such as your fitness level, bike type, terrain, weather, traffic, etc.
How Long Does It Take to Bike a Mile?
How Far Is Too Far to Go to Work by Bike?
At its core, cycling 5 to 10 miles usually takes 25 to 50 minutes, depending on speed and route complexity. This timeframe allows cycling to fit easily into many people's daily schedules without cutting into their work or personal time too heavily.
DISTANCE DIFFICULTY
0 – 5 miles Easy
6 – 10 miles Manageable
11 – 15 miles Difficult
16 – 20 miles Very difficult
21 – 25 miles Bordering on insane
25+ miles Totally insane
Depending on conditions, a day trip on a bicycle can range anywhere from 65 to 15 miles. Even the shortest distance is far larger than the whole of Avery and its surrounding clusters of housing. It would be quite easy to reach other nearby towns, and even a lake.
How Far Can I Ride in a Day?
Reading is important for children and others, especially multilingual learners.
Set of 15 Haitian Creole/English Books with Teaching Resources for English Language Learners and Diverse Classrooms
Build your bilingual library and expand your teaching resources!
This set of 15 Language Lizard Premium Collection books includes a mix of titles: fiction, non-fiction, books for early language learners, and books for older language learners.
Every book in this set comes with free downloadable teaching resources (English-only):
• comprehensive lesson plans
• audio recording
• fun, printable activities
This 15 book set includes these popular Language Lizard Premium books:
• 4 book Multicultural Idioms set
• 3 book Living in Harmony set
• 3 book Habitats set
• 5 additional fiction and non-fiction titles
4 Idiom Books Set (Bilingual Multicultural Books)
Celebrate diversity while learning idioms! Perfect for culturally diverse classrooms.
With idiom meanings, example sentences, and clever illustrations depicting scenes and characters from around the world, each multicultural book in this set explains common idioms in a way that makes them easy to understand. This set is available with English-only or bilingual books. The bilingual editions offer the meaning and literal translation of each idiom in a second language to support English language learners.
This set contains the following 4 books:
• The Lion's Share: English Animal Idioms
• Icing on the Cake: English Food Idioms
• With Flying Colors: English Color Idioms
• Fresh as a Daisy: English Nature Idioms
Each book includes bonus material to support English language learners and promote culturally responsive teaching, such as links to:
• English audio of the book
• Lesson plans that teach idioms while exposing children to other cultures
• Fun idiom activities for use in the classroom or home
• Information about the history of the idioms in the book
• Additional nature idioms with their meanings and history
THIS SET IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
3 Living In Harmony Books Set (Bilingual Diverse Children's Books)
Language Lizard Living in Harmony Books use colorful multicultural illustrations and simple text to explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
The books come with FREE multicultural lessons and activities to support culturally responsive teaching.
This set comes with three titles:
• Be Kind shows many ways to help others with simple acts of kindness.
• We Can All Be Friends shows how much we have in common even though we are all different.
• Who Are We? helps us to understand and appreciate the diversity in our community.
THIS SET IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
3 Habitat Books Set (Bilingual Children's Book)
The Language Lizard Habitat series explores three fascinating biomes of our amazing planet Earth. The simple text and eye-catching illustrations bring these diverse habitats to life. In science and language classes alike, this non-fiction series offers an engaging resource for readers of all ages.
This series includes access to FREE LESSON PLANS, English audio, and fun activities to support multicultural education. The books in the Language Lizard Habitat series are:
• Coral Reefs: Dive into the ocean to visit the diverse creatures of a coral reef.
• Deserts: Trek through the desert to uncover life in this amazing habitat.
• Tropical Rainforests: Journey to the jungle to meet the species that call the rainforest home.
THIS SET IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Dimensions: 8w x 10h inches, 24 pages
Amazing Sports from Around the World - Haitian Creole/English
Author: Douglas McLaughlin
Illustrator: Michelle Griffis
"This book is sure to be a winner for many children, but especially for middle-grade English language learners!" - Rose Jagielo-Manion, Ed.D., Department of Early and Middle Grades Education
Amazing Sports from Around the World explores unusual and fascinating sports from diverse cultures and locations. With exciting illustrations and incredible facts, this book will appeal to readers of all ages. The book comes with multicultural lesson plans, activities, and audio to support teaching in diverse classrooms.
This engaging book is part of the Language Lizard Explore collection that helps readers discover the world around them.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Dimensions: 6.0w x 9.0h inches, 40 pages
Errol's Garden (Bilingual Multicultural Book) - Haitian-Creole/English
Author: Gillian Hibbs
Errol loves gardening and has filled his home with beautiful plants, but he does not have a real garden. He dreams about an outdoor space where he can grow things. Then for the first time he discovers a rooftop space on his apartment building... perfect for a community garden! But Errol can't do everything on his own. Luckily, help is near at hand.
This is a heart-warming and inclusive tale about how one small boy's dream of a garden unites a diverse community in a positive and enriching experience.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Happy After All (Bilingual Multicultural Book) - Haitian Creole/English
Author: Anneke Forzani
Illustrator: Alex Jarman
What if you had to leave behind everything you love: family, friends, and home?
A young girl and her father face this daunting challenge as they travel away from their village. In another country, the girl must adapt to an unfamiliar climate, culture, neighborhood, and school - while feeling the sad pangs of homesickness. Through her father's encouragement, and her own willingness to embrace new experiences, the girl gradually discovers that she can be Happy After All.
Shared through a child's voice, this book combines the poignancy of memories with the pleasures of a new place. The story's ending empowers readers with the hope of thriving. This is a wonderful tool for fostering reflection and insight among all students.
Educators can download a FREE lesson plan to accompany this book for teaching in diverse classrooms. The lesson helps students identify and appreciate that meaningful happiness can be found despite new and sometimes uncomfortable circumstances. It also helps children develop a sense of empathy with immigrants to build a more welcoming and understanding community. The lesson includes extension activities, vocabulary cards, and useful resources for teaching about migration.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (Bilingual Children's Book) - Haitian Creole/English
Illustrator: Annie Kubler
This fun board book for babies and toddlers is a winner of the Sainsbury's Book Award 2002. This well-loved nursery rhyme is a great introduction to reading. Parents and children can bond through singing and rhymes. Spark a love of books, stimulate the brain and body, and encourage language development.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Musical Instruments from Around the World - Haitian Creole/English
Author and Illustrator: Emily Kobren
“The illustrations and fun descriptions will inspire many young future musicians!” - Wyman Wong, Middle School Music Teacher, NJ
What instrument can be made from animal bone? Do you know there's an instrument shaped like a musical note? What sound does a didgeridoo make? Explore the answers to these questions and more with Musical Instruments from Around the World. Filled with bright illustrations and fascinating facts, this book will entertain and educate readers of all ages.
Musical Instruments from Around the World explores instruments from diverse cultures and locations. Part of the Language Lizard Explore Collection, this book helps readers discover the world around them. Available as a bilingual book in many languages, this book includes access to FREE LESSON PLANS, English audio, a video to hear the instruments, and fun activities to support multicultural education.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
French Books
4 Storybook Set with Teaching Resources - Many Languages Available
Bilingual storybooks are fantastic literacy tools. They enhance vocabulary development, improve reading comprehension, spark creativity, and so much more. Best of all, they are fun!
Language Lizard has created a special storybook set, ideal for all ages. This 4-book set features:
• The Best of All Worlds
• Feathers and Friends
• Leo's Dogs
• The Three Little Howlers
Every book in this set comes with free downloadable teaching resources (English-only) that include:
• comprehensive lesson plans
• audio recording
• fun, printable activities
The Best of All Worlds (Bilingual Diverse Children's Book)
Author: Ellen Becker
Illustrator: Lingyan Gu
“The Best of All Worlds celebrates the different cultures and ethnicities within a warm and loving multigenerational family.” – Mia Wenjen, Co-Founder and President of Read Your World
Katie is wondering about her heritage. Her father is Vietnamese and her mother is Irish, but what is she? Katie discovers that she loves making dumplings with her grandma, watching hurling with her mom, and celebrating the Fourth of July with her family.
The Best of All Worlds follows Katie's journey as she embraces her different cultures. The beautiful watercolor illustrations enhance this delightful story.
This story is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio. It is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Feathers and Friends (Bilingual Diverse Children's Book) - Haitian Creole/English
By Diane Costa
Illustrated by Joyeeta Neogi
"A sweet story of friendship and connection through a shared interest." - Christy Meisler, Children's Librarian, MA
Feathers and Friends is a beautifully illustrated tale about two children, Sami from Afghanistan and Rosa from Ecuador, who form a friendship through their love of nature and creative arts. He likes to draw and she likes to write. Together, the new friends embark on a bird-watching adventure to create a book about all the birds they see.
Feathers and Friends is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio. This book is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
Leo's Dogs (Bilingual Diverse Children's Book)
By Ellen Skowronski
Illustrated by Maria Russo
"....a hope filled story about adapting to a new life..." - Ann Woodman, Children’s Librarian
Leo’s Dogs is the heartwarming story of a boy adjusting to a new life. Beautifully illustrated, this book will appeal to children of all ages.
Moving to a new home isn’t easy for Leo. He is trying to learn a new language and make friends. Leo also misses the dog he had to leave behind. Things turn around when Leo gets a chance to read to rescue dogs in an animal shelter.
This book is available in English-only and many bilingual editions and includes teacher resources and English audio. Leo's Dogs is part of the Language Lizard Living in Harmony collection which helps explain concepts of diversity, kindness, and friendship.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
The Three Little Howlers (Bilingual Multicultural Book)
Author: Anneke Forzani
Illustrator: Sarah Skalski
“The Three Little Howlers is a truly magical twist on The Three Little Pigs.” - David Barry, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Early and Middle Grades Education
How will The Three Little Howlers escape from the fierce jaguar? With beautiful illustrations set in the rainforest of Central America, this lively retelling of The Three Little Pigs will charm readers of all ages.
This book is part of the Language Lizard World of Stories collection. These adventures are set in diverse areas and cultures around the world. The stories are available as bilingual books in many languages and include access to FREE LESSON PLANS, English audio, and fun activities to support multicultural education.
THIS TITLE IS AVAILABLE IN MANY BILINGUAL EDITIONS.
Adults often worry that exposing children to multiple languages will slow their development. The opposite is true. While novice speakers often mix up languages and make mistakes, this is a normal part of the learning process that happens to everyone, and they will figure it out usually without even needing adult help. The younger the child, the easier it is to learn new languages; it gets harder as they get older, but less so for polyglots than for monolingual people. While formal efforts tend to be structured, the natural way to learn languages is simply by osmosis -- being around people who speak and use them casually. Language use at home is good, especially reading to children, but better still is having a community of people -- even just a couple of families -- who share heritage languages and use them together. If the children at Casa de Esperanza find this mix too challenging, people may sort activities into Haitian Creole Day, Spanish Day, English Day, etc.
