Practicing language skills at home can make all the difference in the process to acquire the English language. Practicing at home does not need to be a major time commitment, however, practicing for at least five or ten minutes every day will benefit your child more than practicing only once per week.

• Increased practice results often lead to higher achievement at school

• Strengthens the connection between home and school

• Allows family to increase their knowledge about their child’s English language development

• Child becomes more confident in his/her own reading. speaking, listening, and writing abilities

It is important for the school and the family to keep open lines of communication. Families can support their student through at-home practice.   The more the student is exposed to the English language, the faster he/she will improve his/her language skills.  

Here are some additional, free educational resources and online games students may use to help practice their English skills: