Help My Student Learn English

There are many things that you as a parent can do to help your student learn English outside of school. You can read books in English, practice spelling words, or provide them opportunities to interact with English-speaking friends. Most importantly, though, don't be overwhelmed! English is one of the most complicated languages to learn...which simply means that it will take time!

Listed below are both ideas and links with ideas for how you can help your student learn English. There is also a link to Mollie Creech's ELL blog. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mollie Creech, ELL Coordinator.

mollie.creech@corbin.kyschools.us

Resources and Links:

• Mollie Creech's ELL Blog
• Duolingo: This is a free online website and program that you and your student can work through to learn English. Your student may already be using this in the classroom, but it's fun to do at home as well!
• Google Translate: Your child may already be using this in school to help him/her communicate with teachers and to complete assignments. At home, you can use Google Translate with any vocabulary words in order to help your student better understand the meanings.
• How to Start Teaching Kids English at Home: This is another blog that provides flashcard downloads and suggestions for where to start helping your student at home. This may be more useful to parents with young English Language Learners.
• There are more helpful links and resources on the "Resources for Parents and Students" page.