These resources offer information and guidance on the needs of children who are acquiring two or more languages at the same time or are learning a second language while developing their first. Besides dual language learner (DLL), resources may refer to children using other related terms like bilingual, English language learner (ELL), Limited English Proficient (LEP), English leaner, and children who speak a Language Other Than English (LOTE).
The Policy Statement on Supporting the Development of Children Who Are Dual Language Learners in Early Childhood Programs provides recommendations to early childhood programs that promote the development and learning of young children who are DLLs. It also provides support for language revitalization efforts within tribal early childhood programs.
Find related DLL program assessment resources.
Explore practices to help education staff plan more individualized and responsive learning experiences for young children with disabilities or suspected delays who are dual language learners.
Explore what current research says about strategies to individualize instruction for children who are dual language learners (DLLs) who also have a disability.
Dual Language Learner (DLL) Celebration Week is an annual virtual celebration about children who are DLLs and their families.
Examine examples of how to elevate instructional interactions with culturally authentic and relevant connections to support early learning in all domains.
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.
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.
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.
In this module, explore the four components of effective program and family support of dual language learners.
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.