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Why Encourage use of Home Languages?
- Strategies for Promoting the Primary Languages of All Students
Freeman, D., & Freeman, Y. (1993). Strategies for Promoting the Primary Languages of All Students. The Reading Teacher, 46(7), 552-558. - Fostering Multiliteracy in a Linguistically Diverse Classroom
Schwarzer, D., Haywood, A., & Lorenzen, C. (2003). Fostering Multiliteracy in a Linguistically Diverse Classroom. Language Arts,80(6), 453-460.
Book Lists
- 100 Books for Children and Young People in ArabicThough most titles are not likely available in Canada or the U.S., the list shows the diversity and quality of Arabic children’s books.
- I'm Your Neighbour: The Welcoming LibraryTitles are in English but are organized by Community represented. The focus is on creating bridges and cultural understanding within diverse communities.
Digital Books in Other Languages
Multilingual Book Suppliers
- Language LizardOnline U.S. Store. Bilingual Books, posters etc. in many languages.
- MiletBilingual books in over 25 languages. USA/Canadian Distributor is listed on site.
- Mantra LinguaBilingual books in over 68 languages.
- Star Bright BooksChildren's books in 28 different languages.
- Hoopoe BooksAward-winning stories from Pakistan, Afghanistan and surrounding region. Dual language (Urdu, Dari, Pashto)