Guest Bree Aesie, an English teacher with a background in psychology and child development, discusses the superpower of starting English early with kids. They explore the benefits of starting early, methods for introducing English to children, and creating a relaxed and fun environment for teaching. The chapter also announces upcoming engaging podcast content for kids and temporary halt in premium episodes.
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Quick takeaways
Using English during daily routines can expose children to the language in a relaxed and natural manner.
Incorporating English during playtime creates a fun and interactive environment for children to develop their English skills.
Using songs, stories, and podcasts can provide engaging and enjoyable exposure to the English language.
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Using English During Routines
One of the habits recommended is to use English during daily routines with children, such as during diaper changes or bath time. By simply talking to them about what's happening in English, parents can expose their children to the language in a relaxed and natural manner.
Using English During Playtime
Another habit is to incorporate English during playtime. This can include child-led play, where parents describe and commentate on what their child is doing, as well as adult-led play, where parents lead activities and games in English. This creates a fun and interactive environment for children to develop their English skills.
Songs, Stories, and Podcasts
Parents can also use songs, stories, and podcasts to introduce English to their children. Singing songs together, reading books, and listening to podcasts specifically designed for children can provide engaging and enjoyable exposure to the language.
Embracing Flexibility and Consistency
It is important for parents to be flexible in their approach, not being too strict or rigid, but still consistent in using English in different contexts. This flexible and consistent approach helps create a positive and natural language learning environment for children.
Starting Early and Building Habits
Starting early and building habits of using English at home with children can provide them with a head start in language learning. It is emphasized that speaking English at home, even with imperfect language skills, is highly beneficial and can foster a special bond and relationship with the language.
Bree Aesie is an English teacher with a background in psychology, especially child development, and in this episode she comes onto LEP with advice and encouragement for parents who want to help their children to learn English from an early age.