When to introduce a new language to a bilingual child? Part 2: School
Is "as early as possible" always the best time to introduce a new language to a bilingual child? No, it is not. For example, choosing and introducing a school language can be tricky in bilingual families. Here is your guide to considering the options. This article covers bilingual children going to the local school, how to assesses bilingual schools and how to plan schooling for globally mobile children as well as a reality check on what it takes to keep up with the minority language during school years.