Duolingo

Foreign Language

• The Seventh-grade child has learned basic vocabulary and phrases in a foreign language through Duolingo.
• They have practiced pronunciation and listening skills by completing audio exercises in the foreign language.
• The child has improved their reading and writing skills in the foreign language by completing various text-based tasks on Duolingo.
• They have gained an understanding of grammar rules and sentence structure through the interactive lessons and exercises provided.

Continued development in foreign language learning can be enhanced by engaging in conversation with native speakers or language exchange partners. This will provide the opportunity to practice speaking and listening skills in real-life scenarios. Additionally, reading books or watching movies in the foreign language can help expand vocabulary and improve comprehension.

Book Recommendations

• The Bilingual Adventures of Little Red Hen: La Pequeña Gallina Roja by Ricardo Soto: This bilingual book retells the classic story of Little Red Hen in both English and Spanish, providing an engaging way to practice reading skills in both languages.
• The Mystery of the Lost Language by Megan McDonald: This exciting adventure novel follows a group of friends who stumble upon a mysterious ancient language. As they decipher clues and solve puzzles, readers can learn about different languages and cultures.
• The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh: While not directly related to language learning, this novel explores the power of communication through the symbolic language of flowers. It encourages readers to reflect on the intricacies of language and its impact on human connections.