First, the importance of English enlightenment education
Learning English is a common phenomenon now, especially in first-and second-tier cities. Besides attending bilingual kindergarten, I also attend various foreign language classes.
0-7 years old is the most sensitive stage of human language development. During this time, children can reserve vocabulary by listening. When vocabulary reserves, vocabulary and sentences are naturally formed, normal communication can be gradually realized.
If you lay a good foundation before the age of 7, children will learn English much more smoothly when they grow up. If you miss the sensitive period, it will be more difficult to coach in the future.
Second, the method of learning a language.
The most direct way for children is imitation, and the age of 0-7 is the accumulation period of language. Learn from what you hear. So this period is the best time for children's English enlightenment education.
Learning English requires attention to grammar. But in the enlightenment stage, grammar can be ignored. Don't tell your child too much why, just repeat it in daily life; When children listen more, they will understand and naturally learn.
Learning a language through extensive contact and use is a natural process. In the enlightenment stage, natural acquisition is more valued than deliberate learning.
Third, how to be enlightened
1. Where is enlightenment?
(1) At school, most children start learning English from campus, from primary school or kindergarten.
(2) There are many institutions, but the cost is very expensive, depending on the economic conditions. But the effect can only be determined by different institutions or the characteristics of each child.
(3) At home, children are parents' first teachers. When children start talking, they are first taught by their parents. English is no exception. Parents' teaching is also very important if you want to learn a foreign language well.
Only at home can we provide a more realistic environment for the use of language. Frequent daily language contact and a lot of input through reading can't be done by schools and institutions.
After all, children spend the most time at home and communicate with their parents the most. Schools and institutions can only be used as a supplement.
2. Learn before teaching
Parents should first learn some English methods and skills to understand some misunderstandings. They can also plan English learning programs according to children of different ages.
3. Auxiliary mode
(1) electronic voice/video
For children and parents starting from scratch, it is recommended to use video and audio with some body movements. Children like it and are easy to imitate.
(2) Picture books
Picture books are the choice of many parents now. This is suitable for children aged two or three. If you don't know what kind of picture book to choose, you can search for classic picture books online.
(3) Enlightenment course
At the beginning of enlightenment, parents can choose courses appropriately. They don't need to be too expensive or have many functions, as long as they can play a guiding role.
(4) Creating environment
It is also important to have a good English environment. You can play some English games, such as dialogue, pointing out things at home in English, etc. Create an English environment. Many a mickle makes a mickle, and the effect is remarkable.
(5) stick to the plan
Regular planning is very important, especially for older children. For example: daily plan, how much time you will spend reading, watching English cartoons, listening to children's songs, and so on.