Is bringing another language into the classroom beneficial?

Incorporating multiple languages in the classroom is beneficial to both English language speakers and English language learners. There are multiple ways to bring spanish into the classroom that can be fun for all students. Dayamport gives examples and resources on interactive games that promotes the use of Spanish amongst learners. She explains that being immersed in this type of bilingual learning is applicable to all levels of learners (Language Journeys, 2010). How so?

• Students learn from one another, they learn about people different than themselves
• We teach them that we value their backgrounds and diverse communities, cultures, and languages
• Students are able to apply their language skills to further their thinking

A simple way to incorporate spanish in the classroom is to make it visible. Teachers can begin by labeling supplies and materials in their classroom.