Effective listening skills can help your child learn Arabic faster!

It is a known fact that everything we learn or acquire for the first time doesn’t come easily. Challenges and personal effort are required. Learning a foreign language, especially when it’s one of the “difficult” languages, can be a challenging task, especially for children. However, effective listening skills can help your child learn Arabic faster. Listening is a fundamental skill that allows us to understand and process information accurately. When it comes to language learning, active listening skills are essential to comprehend and retain new words and phrases. In this blog, we will discuss how effective listening skills can help your child learn Arabic faster.

Actively Listening to Arabic Words.

Active listening is when you pay attention to what is being said and try to understand the message being conveyed. This skill is crucial for language learning as it enables the child to identify various Arabic words and comprehend their meanings. One way to actively listen to Arabic words is by watching Arabic cartoons or movies with your child. You can also engage your child in Arabic conversations and encourage them to ask questions and repeat the different words. We suggest you watch YouTube videos with Arabic songs as they are easier for kids to catch, memorize and repeat constantly. 

Practicing the language.

During our one-to-one online sessions with our students, we always use the technique of “dialogue and storytelling in Arabic”! We like to hear what they have to tell us. We believe that “practice makes perfect”, and this is especially true when learning another language. Encourage your child to practice speaking Arabic regularly. You can create opportunities for your child to practice by engaging in conversation with them in Arabic. Practice can also involve reading Arabic books and writing Arabic letters and words. 

Immersion (an Arabic-speaking environment)

It is true that we bring the full potential out of your child when giving them an online Arabic class. However, without your help, we wouldn’t succeed! An immersive environment is one in which the child is exposed to the language consistently. Creating an Arabic-speaking environment at home can help your child learn Arabic faster. Always try to communicate in Arabic with your child. If they speak to you in English or French, answer them in Arabic. Make it a rule, for instance, to set an hour a day or two for the child and all family members to speak Arabic. 

Being Patient and Giving Your Child Support

Learning a foreign language can be frustrating, and it’s critical to be patient with your child. Learning Arabic is no exception. Children need support and encouragement to acquire a new language, and as a parent, you play a vital role in this process. Celebrate your child’s progress, no matter how small, and encourage them to keep it up. Learning a new language can be rewarding, and with your support, your child can master Arabic faster. 

Some fun ways to encourage Arabic speaking:

• .The memory game but spice it up by changing the rules. Use the visuals for your children to name what they see, or maybe when they find the match, they have to name the visual to win the point
• .Describe an item, or an animal and let your child guess what it is.
• .The alphabetical story. Let your child’s creativity arise. Put all the Arabic alphabet on a table. And each at a time, continue the story noting that the first word must start with the letter in front of you. 
• .The Jar of gifts. Bring a jar, and for everything 20 correct words in Arabic your child says and you put in the Jar, he/she receives a reward, could be a dinner at their favorite restaurant, or anything they’ve wanted for so long.

In conclusion, effective listening skills can help your child learn Arabic faster. Active listening skills, practicing the language, creating an immersive environment, and being patient and supportive are all essential components of language learning. As a parent, you can play a vital role in helping your child learn Arabic by incorporating these strategies into your daily routine. With patience, practice, and support, your child can become fluent in Arabic and gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the language and culture.

Learning Arabic can be fun when taught the right way. For more info contact us on 961-81-701 455, or Direct Message us on Instagram. 

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