Language Learning for Kids: Are They Really Like Sponges?

Language Learning for Kids: Are They Really Like Sponges?

You’ve probably heard the expression that little kids “soak up a new language like a sponge.” You put them in, say, a Spanish-language daycare and — BOOM! ­— next thing you know, they’re bilingual. That almost sounds like magic. But is it really that simple? That’s...
Teach your Kids the Phrase “It’s mine” in Spanish

Teach your Kids the Phrase “It’s mine” in Spanish

Kids are constantly exploring and getting to know the world around them. This includes the names of the things they see and the people they belong to. Their friend’s house, their brother’s toys, their own candies… That’s why one of the most important phrases...
Toniebox Review: A Language Teacher’s Honest Opinions

Toniebox Review: A Language Teacher’s Honest Opinions

¡Hola! Micah Bellieu, founder of TruFluency Kids, here. Like you, I’m raising my kid to be multilingual. Also like you, I’m always looking for the best tools that will help her enjoy language learning. So when I started seeing ads for Toniebox, I was definitely...
Should You Always Speak Your Native Language with Kids?

Should You Always Speak Your Native Language with Kids?

Are you a polyglot who wants your kids to be bilingual (or even multilingual)? That’s great! Languages are one of the best gifts we can give our children. As you know, being fluent in more than one language creates many benefits in life, both in the short term and in...
Can You Teach Your Kids a Language You Don’t Speak?

Can You Teach Your Kids a Language You Don’t Speak?

Want to know one of the most common questions we get from parents? “Can I teach my kids a language that I don’t speak at a high level?” We love getting this question. Why? Well, it means that these parents understand the importance of being bilingual, and they realize...