Learning a foreign language is an amazing gift we can give to our children. Research has shown that children are better able to learn another language in their early years than they are post-puberty. Of course, anyone can learn another language at any age. But, why won’t give your child a leg up by teaching them a foreign language, and when it is easier for them!

There are some great benefits that come with learning a foreign language beyond just being able to speak it. When children learn a foreign language their problem solving, critical thinking, and listening skills improve. They are also strengthening their creativity, memory, concentration, and mental capabilities.

This can be a daunting task though, especially if you don’t know the language yourself. Luckily, there are options available for those that fill comfortable teaching and for those that don’t.

Foreign Language:

Duolingo

• Online
• Game-like lessons
• Children can work on their own

Getting Started with Latin (or with French or Spanish)

• Physical book with free MP3 audio files
• Younger children will need assistance

Muzzy Foreign Language Programs

• Online program
• Direct instruction as well as immersion
• Animated stories, interactive activities, songs, games, and printables

Rosetta Stone Homeschool

• Online
• Many languages including Spanish, French, Italian, German, Chinese
• 3^rd grade through adulthood

Sign Language for Everyone

• Book and DVDs
• American Sign Language

Talk Box Mom

• Language guides mailed to you
• Members app with native speaker audio
• Use the phrases as life happens

The Learnables Foreign Language

• Online
• Spanish, French, German, and Hebrew
• Suitable for early elementary through high school