Bridging Worlds Series: Using Family Language Capital to Power L2 Reading

Led by Rory File and guest speaker Soofia Amin, this session explores practical, low-preparation methods for teachers to collaborate with families, promoting literacy development by valuing and encouraging reading and discussion in the students' home language (L1).

Discover actionable techniques that utilise the power of L1, ranging from simple translation exercises to family storytelling. These methods are designed to deepen comprehension and cultivate the essential meta-skills required for academic achievement in English (L2).

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