Language development starts at home

Parents are the most important companions in early language development. Through conversations, shared play, and everyday situations, they naturally support their child’s language skills—regardless of which language is spoken at home. Language development begins in daily life and has an impact that lasts a lifetime.

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Reading aloud in the Family Language

Language development at home can be very simple. Reading aloud in the family language not only strengthens the family language itself but also enhances children’s overall language comprehension and communication skills. It creates a solid foundation that makes learning additional languages easier.

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Keep using your family language – without pressure

It’s not always easy for a family to continue using their original language at home – Prof. Jeuk, Head of the Department of Language Teaching at Ludwigsburg University of Education, explains how important it is that you speak the language in which you feel most comfortable and avoid imposing bans. This keeps closeness, feelings and communication alive.