At My Mind Is Powerful, we believe every child’s voice is magnificent, no matter how they express it. On DLD Awareness Day, we’re not just raising awareness; we’re celebrating the incredible diversity of communication and empowering you to be your child’s most patient and powerful advocate.
Did you know DLD affects 1 in 14 people? For bilingual children, identifying DLD can sometimes be tricky, but understanding how they communicate is powerful for parents and educators!
Here’s why this matters for your bilingual, emotionally intelligent child:
- Bilingualism is a Gift, Not a Barrier: Speaking two (or more!) languages is a cognitive advantage. Let’s ensure we support every child’s unique journey to fluent expression, understanding that challenges in one language don’t negate their amazing potential in another.
- Empathy (SEL) in Action: This day is a powerful reminder to practice empathetic listening. When your child struggles to find words—in any language—it’s an opportunity to truly lean in, observe, and understand the message behind their words (or lack thereof).
- Mindful Communication: We know it’s tough when communication gets frustrating! Take a “Breathe and Wait” moment. Before you jump in, take three deep breaths. This mindful pause creates a calm space for both you and your child, allowing them to process and giving you clarity to respond with patience.
Ready to empower your ‘Powerful Mind Communicator’ even more?
We’ve curated some amazing tools that help bridge communication gaps, build emotional vocabulary, and foster mindful connection, perfect for supporting all language learners, including those with DLD or just developing their unique voice!
- 🗣️ Build Vocabulary in BOTH Languages! Bilingual Card Game (English/Spanish) is fantastic for helping kids label their vocabulary and strengthening both languages. Perfect for those “I don’t know how to say it!” moments.
- 🧘♀️ Find Your Calm in Two Languages! Introduce mindful moments with this Bilingual Mindfulness Book: Escuchando a Mi Cuerpo. A beautiful way to teach self-regulation and quiet reflection.
- ❤️ Nurture Empathy with this Dual-Language Storybook! The bilingual stories in this collection are carefully curated to help your child broaden their vocabulary, enhance comprehension, and develop fluency in both languages. These stories offer a unique blend of fun and learning, each tale exploring a different theme – from friendship and courage to fascinating facts about animals and nature, all in an easily understandable format for young readers. This book is a captivating way for your child to dive into language learning, sharpening their bilingual skills, and opening their eyes to a larger, more diverse world.
- 💕【Updated Bilingual Version：Spanish & English Bilingual Flashcards】321 words and 17 themes in total,covering subjects li…
- 💕【Make Learning Fun】Make learning a game,when you insert an animal or vehicle card,the talking flashcards can not only r…
- 💕【Easy to Use 】Turn on the switch,put the card into the card reader’s slot,the card reader will pronounce the words in b…
Let’s use DLD Awareness Day to reaffirm our commitment to patience, understanding, and celebrating every amazing way our children communicate. You are their greatest advocate!