Italia and Chinese
This year (1st grade) Italia entered the Dual Immersion program at Renaissance Academy. Who would have thought that our sweet little doll would be a language whiz. Last year she was introduced to Chinese, Spanish and Arabic in Kindergarten then chose this year to put all her focus on Chinese. If she could do all 3 she probably would. She is always spouting things out in other languages and really fell in love with all 3.
Her Chinese teacher this year, Ms. Chen is great. The hardcore rule is NO English in class. Italia has mastered that and has received a certificate and a treat each of the last 2 weeks for successfully not speaking English in class. Now it is time for the next level - Speaking Chinese. Knowing Italia the no English rule is pretty easy, just don't say anything at all.
We had parent/teacher conferences a few weeks ago and Italia showcased her Chinese to us by conversing with Ms. Chen. She did the whole thing with a big grin on her face. I can't wait to see how she progresses. What an incredible opportunity this is for her!
Her Chinese teacher this year, Ms. Chen is great. The hardcore rule is NO English in class. Italia has mastered that and has received a certificate and a treat each of the last 2 weeks for successfully not speaking English in class. Now it is time for the next level - Speaking Chinese. Knowing Italia the no English rule is pretty easy, just don't say anything at all.
We had parent/teacher conferences a few weeks ago and Italia showcased her Chinese to us by conversing with Ms. Chen. She did the whole thing with a big grin on her face. I can't wait to see how she progresses. What an incredible opportunity this is for her!
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