Language
Lizard, LLC enriches your child's life through language
and culture.
We believe that children will be inspired to learn languages and connect with
other cultures if they are exposed to fun and creative learning materials early
on in their lives.
Our dual-language books, CDs and posters are offered in over 40 languages,
including both popular and less commonly taught languages. The stories are
innovative and creative while teaching children about other cultures and traditions.
The beautiful illustrations in the books and posters celebrate the diversity
in our communities. Our products have been consistently well reviewed in respected
review publications and have won prestigious awards (see
sample product reviews).
The
benefits of early language learning are many. Studies suggest that children
who learn second languages are better at solving complex problems and are
more creative. There is also evidence that they score higher on standardized
tests of English. But the more important benefit is the ability to understand
and communicate with people of different cultures and countries.
The need to establish an awareness of
and respect for other cultures in the next generation is clear.
We are living in a global community. In the US, over 20% of the
population is either foreign born or has a foreign-born parent.
The Census Bureau estimates that by the end of the 21st century,
minorities will represent more than half of the total population.
In addition, with the expansion of the Internet and inexpensive
international communications, the world is becoming increasingly
interdependent.
Our children must be comfortable working and playing with people of other backgrounds
and ethnicities in order to succeed. As teachers and parents, we have a responsibility
as well as a terrific opportunity to develop young people who are tolerant
of other cultures and comfortable working in a diverse environment.
We appreciate the
opportunity to support you in raising the next generation to
be culturally aware and linguistically skilled.
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our products and company.
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