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Should I Teach a Foreign Language?

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The question, “Should I teach my child a foreign language?” is often asked by homeschool moms. Many experts would answer, “Definitely,” and have the statistics to strengthen their case.

I, on the other hand, am not an expert. I don’t do statistics, in-depth research projects, or construct elaborate polls. I’m just a dad who encourages parents in what matters most. So, if a homeschooling mom or dad comes up to me and asks, “Should I teach my child a foreign language?” I respond back with the question, “Do you WANT your child to learn a foreign language?”

If the answer is yes, then I say, “Then you should do it.”

If they answer no, then I say, “Then you shouldn’t do it.”

Some might accuse me of waffling, but to tell you the truth, it doesn’t matter what I think. The important thing to remember is that God made you smart enough to teach your children. If you want to teach them a foreign language, then do it. If you don’t like languages, and your children don’t have a gift for learning languages (you know if they do or not), then don’t do it. Don’t let others guilt you into doing it and stop feeling like you’re somehow letting your kids down. If they are meant to learn a foreign language, then they will learn one.

Have a great day doing and teaching what you think is best.

Be real,

Todd

PS – It’s webinar month, and I’m speaking with Davis Carmen (president of Apologia) at a Homeschool Teacher Appreciation Event! It’s an all-day event … but I’ll be speaking to the dads at 9 p.m. Seats are limited to just 100. Register here!

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