Dual Language Learner Celebration Week
Dual Language Learner (DLL) Celebration Week is an annual virtual celebration about cooperation, growth, and belonging for children who are DLLs and their families.
Elevating Cultural Responsiveness in Effective Teaching Practices
Examine examples of how to elevate instructional interactions with culturally authentic and relevant connections to support early learning in all domains.
Updating Classroom Language Models in a Planned Language Approach
Discover how Classroom Language Models (CLMs) can help support children and families who speak multiple languages. Learn about the steps to select and implement a model that meets the unique circumstances of programs.
Responsive Teaching and Learning Environments for Dual Language Learners
Explore how to address teaching and learning environments, including homes, for children who are dual language learners. Discover strategies and supports for use with families while programs are social distancing.
Intentional Language Supports in the Preschool Classroom
Explore the research around effective teaching practices that support children who are dual language learners. Discover planning support strategies for early language and literacy development for all children.
Dual Language Learners: Program and Family Support
In this module, explore the four components of effective program and family support of dual language learners.
Gathering and Using Language Information That Families Share
Find considerations and questions to ask parents and families about their children’s past experiences with language. Explore what can be learned from questions and why the answers matter.
Supports for Classroom Language Models for All Children: Step-by-Step Guide
This resource offers sequenced guidance for programs to use as they implement the recommendations in Classroom Language Models: A Leader's Implementation Manual.
Integrating Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Practices to Support Children Who Are Dual Language Learners
Explore this first of three guides designed to support program leaders. Discover ways to help program staff reflect on their own understanding and beliefs about learning and speaking more than one language.