Bilingual Mus

24/05/2024

You may ask yourselves: why do I need this now? Why should I even bother creating a bilingual environment at home?

The answer is simple: to support your child and make his bilingual journey easier. Bilingualism is a gift, but at times the journey might be challenging.

Creating a bilingual environment at home might make the difference and provide the extra support you and your child need.

Furthermore, a bilingual, language-friendly, text-rich environment has several benefits for your child, as it can support their natural linguistic development in all their languages and improve their understanding of concepts.

It will help them develop their literacy skills and increase their cultural awareness.

In everyday life, a bilingual text rich environment could even help them find the right word in the correct language when they need it and increase their vocabulary.

How? Scroll & Read on! I promise to deliver awesome easy tips and tricks that you can do at your home tomorrow to support your bilingual child!

And remember: Don’t hesitate to ask for help when and if you feel overwhelmed!

04/12/2023

📢THIS SUNDAY: ENGLISH SPEAKING CHRISTMAS EVENT FOR KIDS IN COPENHAGEN🎄

This time we invite you to meet the Xmas Elves, dance & play with them!

When: Sunday the 10th of December
Starts at: 10.45 AM

⚠️Prepayment and Registration is necessary to reserve a spot!!!⚠️
Link to reserve your on the comments below

29/11/2023

Christmas event in English for the little ones in Copenhagen :) This time we invite you to meet the Xmas Elves, dance & play with them!

When: Sunday the 10th of December
Starts at: 10.45 AM

⚠️Prepayment and Registration is necessary to reserve a spot!!!⚠️
Link to reserve your spot:
https://forms.gle/cWmjE3Raq133w5vr9

17/11/2023

📢FREE Workshop in Copenhagen for Multilingual Families📢

🙏 Honored that Forældrenes Børneklub invited Chryssa Oikonomidou, Bilingual Mus' founder, to run a Workshop for Multilingual Families in Copenhagen.

💪Join us to learn more on how to raise confident Multilingual Children
📅 When: 18th November - 14.00

➡️The event is free and open for all
👫 Bonus point: you can bring your kids along! There will be activities planned for them as well thanks to the amazing Virginia Chalkiadaki from the Forældrenes Børneklub!

🙏Special thanks to Lill Hennschen, Virginia Chalkiadaki and all the Forældrenes Børneklub team for planning this event.

For more info, find link at the comment section below
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02/10/2023

Chryssa Oikonomidou's talk with Yosh*to DS at The Grand Multiliteracy Event in regards to what she does at Παιδόκηπος - Paidokipos, multilingual children and multiliteracy. What has been discussed:
🌟 when to start teaching reading and writing in your own language
🌟 how to know if your child is developmentally ready to start learning how to read and write
🌟 lot's of tips were provided on what to do if you are planning to undertake the task of teaching your child to read and write in your own language

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28/09/2023

This Sunday at 10:00 DK time Chryssa Oikonomidou talks with Yosh*to DS about what to do when teaching a language with a different alphabet at The Grand Multiliteracy Event - tune in at Yosh*to's YouTube channel Library4Multilinguals 😉💪🏼

❓️Where: https://youtube.com/live/gim2pNupox4?feature=share
Remember to click "notify me" 😉

24/09/2023

Are you wondering how to set up a bilingual+ friendly home? Read this article to find 10 actionable tips for setting up a bilingual space that benefits both children and adults 🥳😊💪🏼

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Uncover actionable strategies for building a bilingual home, drawing on expert insights from educator Chryssa Oikonomidou. From labeling to playdates, learn how to make multiple languages a seamless part of your family's life.

18/09/2023

Launched today: 20 Days of Bilingual Beginnings Community Blogathon by TA-DA! Language Productions, Inc.

Over the next 20 days, TA-DA! Language Productions is doing a Blogathon where there will be a rich compilation of expert voices and insights about multilingualism.

Together with other authors, global influencers, industry experts, diplomats, teachers and real parents raising bilingual/multilingual children, we will share insights and suggestions on how to make sure that raising children with multiple languages becomes the norm.

The one and only Ute Limacher-Riebold writes today about the advantages or benefits of raising children with multiple languages, and keep forstering multiple languages throughout our life.

Enjoy reading!

Dive into the enriching world of bilingualism with Dr. Ute Limacher-Riebold. Discover the cognitive prowess, deeper cultural appreciation, and unparalleled future opportunities that come with being bilingual. Equip your child for a globally interconnected age.

21/03/2023

📚 Never underestimate the power of books.

💪🏼I am a big believer in the power of establishing a reading routine with your children. There are just so many benefits in reading books, plus you get some qualitative time with your little ones ❤️

🧐 If you are not convinced, check how reading books with your kids can help your bilingual children.

🤔 Do you read books with your kids?

17/03/2023

Remember: You and your child's teacher are on the same team. Talk to them and help them help and support your bilingual child 👩🏻‍🏫❤️

Do you find it easy to talk to your child's teacher(s)?