Curious Kids: how did humans think about things, before they had language to think with?
Kids ask "how did humans think about things, before they had language to think with?" and a scientist answers
One of the most challenging problems in educational policy and practice
Language proficiency has an important influence on students' ability to answer scientific questions a new study has found.
How ‘knowing less’ can boost language development in children
Children may learn new words better when they learn them in the context of other words they are just learning, according to new research
Your baby is a genius
Every baby is a genius? A pioneer in early childhood and infant learning, Roberta Golinkoff believes so and she wants children to play more
Everyone should learn a second language
Why all students can benefit from learning a second language
How to Use Dictation in Spelling Instruction
Though it’s sometimes seen as old-fashioned, dictation can be useful in teaching early elementary students to spell.
Language learning affects cognitive functions, education
Language learning affects cognitive functions, education
Learning a new language? Not in America!
Why Americans need to embrace learning foreign languages
Teaching Your Kid A Second Language
Knowing a second language can give your kid a boost in memory, problem solving skills and cultural awareness.
OPINION: Speaking multiple languages should be a requirement, not a bonus
Being multilingual should be the standard and not the exception