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By:"Diane Rodríguez","Angela Carrasquillo","Kyung Soon Lee"
Published on 2014 by Teachers College Press

This comprehensive account of bilingualism examines the importance of using students\u0092 native languages as a tool for supporting higher levels of learning. The authors highlight the social, linguistic, neuro-cognitive, and academic advantages of bilingualism, as well as the challenges faced by English language learners and their teachers in schools across the United States. They describe effective strategies for using native languages, even when the teacher lacks proficiency in a language. This resource addresses both the latest research and theory on native language instruction, along with its practical application (the what, why, and how) in K\u00968 classrooms. Key features include: Examples of programs that address the needs of learners from diverse language backgrounds, including Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Bengali, and Russian. Teaching strategies, activities, and student tasks geared toward current academic standards. The role of primary language in ESL, dual language, special education, and general education programs. \u0093At last, a book that focuses on the development of students\u0092 bilingualism from the point of view of their home languages and not simply English! Rodríguez, Carrasquillo, and Lee lead teachers in uncovering the treasure of the home language in bilingual learning.\u0094 \u0097Ofelia García, professor, The Graduate Center, City University of New York \u0093I highly recommend The Bilingual Advantage . . . an essential tool to achieve equity and social justice as these evidence-based practices promote the high achievement and success of English learners within our schools.\u0094 \u0097Jose Luis Alvarado, associate dean, College of Education, San Diego State University \u0093This book brings together the latest research on the advantages of children learning in two languages and two cultures.\u0094 \u0097From the Foreword by Margarita Calderón, professor emerita, Johns Hopkins University

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