Not French, nor German, Japanese or Spanish. Not even Swedish or Gallic. I am a one language girl.
But, I do realize this is a handicap in our day and age. Which is why my children will all be learning a foreign language.
We have not yet begun to fight. Or learn (a new language). I know it is a requirement for graduating from high school in most places, My plan has been to start foreign language next year, with BMV in 7th grade.
I am not sure if I will have all the kids learn simultaneously, or each start in 7th grade. Probably the former. Then they can talk foreign-ness to each other.
BMV would like to learn German because one of his good friends is German. He already has a German-English dictionary.
Personally, I am leaning more towards Spanish as a good first foreign language. We have friends who are Spanish and live in Spain, as well as other friends from South and Central America. So I think Spanish would be more practical. Plus, I have built in friends to help me when I get stuck.
I have not looked into any language curriculums yet. I know that a lot of major curriculum lines have foreign language courses. Also, Berlitz is well known for their lessons. And Rosetta Stone is pretty popular too.
I will start researching my options in the spring and will settle on a course that will (hopefully) meet our needs.
Have you started foreign language with your kids yet?
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I'm looking forward to reading all these ladies' posts to glean from their experience...won't you join me?
Savannah...In regards to teaching a foreign language
Chareen...seeking to learn a new language
Lucinda...5 Ways to HomeSchool a foreign language
Nicole...Fun with foreign language
Julie...Foreign language philosophy