Introduction

Teaching English to babies may be much easier than teaching it to older children. In fact, this educational process for babies is included in the daily schedule and education happens gradually. Every baby has the ability to learn language instinctively, so learning English to babies can be much easier. During their development, babies get used to the sounds and words of their mother tongue and use it to communicate. Babies' ability to recognize sounds and words makes them able to express words simply. Parents can use this feature to teach their babies English as a second language. Strengthening babies' awareness of sounds and words is done by parents' communication with them. This happens through daily activities such as meal times, baby playtime, and other routines. Because family members and their caregivers regularly talk to babies in this language and interact with them.

 

Learning English by infants

Teaching English to babies should be done continuously and repetitively, which requires patience. It is better to gradually use new words and sounds to teach the baby. Just like when you want to teach him a first language or mother tongue.

In the beginning, it is better to focus on strengthening his expression. For this, it is necessary to count the words and express them in an attractive tone. Due to the fact that babies go through different cognitive stages in the first month of their life. It is very important to choose the right method for learning English to babies. The best time for babies to learn is from birth to six months, even though they cannot recognize words at birth.

Babies react according to how others treat them. For example, they react to anger, anger, encouragement, joy, fun, affection, and soft and loud sounds. After the third month of birth, babies can recognize the sounds of the language, which is an important step for them to learn the language.

The milestones of learning English in babies are from 6 to 12 months. As soon as babies turn 6 months old, they start cooing to express their feelings. This is the first sign to communicate and thus learn the language. At this time, they learn the sounds and sounds related to the language they hear. If you use both languages, mother tongue and English to learn them. They also learn both languages. At 8 months, they can recognize more sounds. They may even recognize words. Even if they clearly do not know the meaning of these words.

At 12 months, babies can recognize the meaning of some words. This is the first step to using vocabulary. It is at this moment that they usually imitate the words they hear and express them simply to start speaking.

Learning milestones are from 12 to 24 months of birth. At this time, babies begin to say their first words. These words are usually nouns. They may even recognize the difference between verbs and nouns.

Gradually children recognize more nouns and verbs in English and may also understand simple sentences. They use English pronouns to speak and in most cases they pronounce the words correctly.

 


 

Methods of teaching English to babies

To teach English to babies, it is better for parents to do some activities in the field of strengthening their learning. Some of these activities include:

1. Playing simple songs in English

The effects of songs are great for babies. Because the rhythm of the song is very helpful when learning English at this time. Start with simple songs that have a lot of repetition and basic vocabulary. Like the song Hello.


2. Playing a lullaby when the baby sleeps

To teach English to babies, it is better not to use videos under the age of eighteen months. Use audio files and songs instead of video tutorials. Babies and children love lullabies and they connect and calm down quickly with lullabies. Lullaby songs and poems and stories with rhythm and music will make your baby's ear familiar with English sounds and words. Lullabies strengthen the bond between parents and babies. Also, lullabies strengthen the self-confidence and language learning and the development of the cognitive skills and understanding of the baby. Watch and listen to the lullaby sample below.

 


3. Using educational aids

Educational aids such as flash cards and toys can be useful as educational aids in children's learning. It is better to use these tools during the game and be sure to repeat the names during the game. In this way, your child starts to associate the word with his toy. You can also tell them the colors in English. Or teach them the names of shapes in English by showing them the same shape. You can also use toys for learning English. Use audio training programs that have vocabulary repetition. This will improve the baby's cognitive skills. Use attractive and fun songs and audio files made especially for babies. For example, stories in the form of poems, songs and songs in English for them play Reading simple stories in English can be beneficial for babies. Also, picture books are visually appealing and easy enough for them to relate to the stories read to them in English.

 

All the methods mentioned above are very effective and efficient for teaching English to babies.