We believe that one of the best gifts you can give a child is language. The ability to speak more than one language opens doors to new life opportunities for a child: greater career possibilities, enhanced academic performance, and better understanding and appreciation of other cultures. This is a gift that will truly last a lifetime.
We've experienced first-hand the tremendous benefits of knowing more than one language, but we've also faced the challenges of traditional language learning. Therefore, we've gone to great lengths to develop new and innovative ways to make language learning enjoyable. For example, we've incorporated upbeat, modern music created by a Hollywood composer into language lessons developed by highly experienced language educators. Our tools help young learners quickly and effortlessly gain spoken proficiency in a new language.
To further enhance language acquisition and retention, we've worked with researchers and language instructors from Stanford University and UC Berkeley. The end result is a breakthrough way of teaching languages, the Multi-Cognition Approach™, which enables both children and adults to better acquire and retain new phrases and vocabulary. Language Tree's products serve as extremely effective supplemental tools that support language teaching in both home and classroom settings.
What they're saying about Language Tree
Our Tools Encourage Early Learning
Language learning may not always be fun, especially for children. However, the early years are the best times to learn. Children are like sponges, able to absorb new information effortlessly. They have a natural affinity for languages, but often lose interest because language learning can be dry and tedious. The key to maintaining your child’s interest in learning is to make the process fun and natural. When learning is fun, your child will want to learn.
Learning a Second Language Offers Life-Long Advantage
In our increasingly global society, the ability to speak a second language proficiently will open a door to new life opportunities.
- Greater competitive advantages in the global workplace
- Better overall academic performance
- More freedom in travel
- Stronger appreciation and understanding of different cultures
Articles about Language Learning
Recent studies reveal multiple benefits for children who study a second language.
A Bilingual Future: More Parents are Sending their Kids to Language Classes)
Globalization Calls for Multilingualism
Children Must Learn Chinese or UK will Struggle
Students Studying Chinese will have a Jump on the Future
Along with ABCs, some learn Chinese
Bringing Up Baby - Bilingually
More Brainpower Needed for Mandarin than English
More children learn more than one language
Bridging the foreign-language gap
