Ep 91 | The Benefits of Raising a Multilingual Child with Dr.Sugely Solano

Learning multiple languages can benefit our kids in more ways than just being able to speak two or more languages. Being bilingual, or multilingual, can give kids more confidence and increase their ability to use both sides of their brains. Above all else, it can give kids an understanding of other cultures and provide them with tools to navigate a multicultural world.

Dr. Sugely Solano is an Administrator of Multilingual Learners and has over 16 years of experience as a school counselor, ESOL teacher, coordinator, and administrator of multilingual learners. As an English language learner and language enthusiast,  she advocates for multilingual learners' education. Dr. Solano collaborates with parents, teachers, and leaders in the school district where she works.

Dr. Solano joins me on the Heartful Parent Podcast today to discuss the challenges she faced while pursuing her own education, which motivated her to become a school counselor and help others. Dr. Solano and I touch on the importance of bilingualism and the cultural and cognitive benefits of learning multiple languages. She also shares some advice for those listeners who would like to support your own child on their language-learning journey.

You can connect with Sugely, sign up for her newsletter, and learn more about raising a language learner at raisinglanguagelearners.com.

Resources:

raisinglanguagelearners.com

NEA Article: Why Pronouncing Students' Names Correctly is So Important