10 Best Practices for Developing Book Experiences for Dual Language Learners

The concrete strategies for differentiating instruction during story time are exactly what I needed for my mixed-level group. It’s refreshing to see language stages broken down so clearly and practically.

I've already started applying the differentiation tips from this guide in my preschool classroom, and the concrete examples for engaging dual language learners are incredibly practical. The stage-based approach makes it easy to tailor activities to each child's progress.

The breakdown of strategies by language-learning stages is so practical—I’ve already used the "differentiate instruction" tip during storytime. It’s helped me keep my English learner and native speaker both engaged without one feeling bored or lost.