学另外一种语言，如汉语，对我们的孩子有什么好处？ 为什么要学另外一种语言？ （英文

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学另外一种语言，如汉语，对我们的孩子有什么好处？ 为什么要学另外一种语言？ （英文材料）
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Why should my child learn another language?
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0 G% |* t9 a' NPreparing our children for a changing world is one of the main objectives of education in Alberta and a primary concern for parents.
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Learning another language can help your child to:

•        improve listening skills
•        increase cognitive abilities, creating a more flexible thinker
5 V2 F1 R- o& C3 G! N5 r( P; |•        enhance communication skills in his or her first language
•        develop a deeper understanding of his or her own culture
2 g7 s+ n  m  j! a# U/ H$ \- h+ I•        improve overall school performance
( W1 b, T/ M& E•        make learning a third or fourth language much easier.
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We are now more closely connected to our global neighbours than ever before. Advances in technology are making it easier to travel and communicate with people all over the world. Increasing immigration is making our local communities more diverse and enriched. In addition, our economic well-being is linked to our ability to succeed in the international marketplace.
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Knowing another language can give your child:
•        a lifelong ability to communicate with more people
# z4 o# `1 j: j•        an increased understanding of and respect for people of other cultures
: k( W( X/ M, V* e•        broader educational and career opportunities
$ ?: |* e% T- l2 i" k- ?•        a competitive edge in the job market
•        more opportunities to enjoy literature, art, music, theatre, sports and travel.

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Knowing another language can prepare your child to be a part of the new global community.

1 q2 \6 s7 s  U; u: g) [And language learning is fun!