There are a lot of benefits from learning a second language ormaybe a third language or forth language..
Learning a second language at an early age…
- Has a positive effect on intellectual growth.
- Enriches and enhances a child’s mental development.
- Leaves students with more flexibility in thinking, greater sensitivity to language, and a better ear for listening.
- Improves a child’s understanding of his/her native language.
- Gives a child the ability to communicate with people s/he would otherwise not have the chance to know.
- Opens the door to other cultures and helps a child understand and appreciate people from other countries.
- Gives a student a head start in language requirements for college.
- Increases job opportunities in many careers where knowing another language is a real asset.
About being bilingual I have to say I agree! 100%.
What do you think about what the president of United States have to say about this, feel free to comment, watch the video..