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Originally Posted by bartonig  I have a friend with a young daughter of nearly 3 years. They're Italian. She has learnt a few words of English from one of those CDs designed for early learners. My friend has asked me (because I teach English) at what age they should arrange lessons for her. Not having experience of teaching kids I couldn't give an answer. My question is then at what should we start to teach youngsters English as a second language (please, no answers such as 'as soon as possible' - as soon as possible and what?). |
I have some experience in teaching youngsters. My wife used to complain many years ago. It was in 1982. I didn't teach English to my 3 year old daughter. I couldn't teach her at home . So I went to her kindergarten and started giving English lessons to all the children including my daughter. Three months later I organised a party in English where the children sang songs, counted from 1 to 10, did sums, recited poems and of course spoke a little English. I was very happy. These children came to school soon and I taught them English there too. After finishing school they all could speak English fluently. So what can I say? Of course your friend can find an experienced teacher for her daughter but the lessons mustn't be longer than 20-25 minutes, otherwise she must be in a group of children.