Benefits of learning a second language as a child

The diversity of extracurricular activities can be overwhelming for parents, grandparents, and even children. With so many options, the inclination will be to enroll him or her in as many sports, circles and language centers as possible, but the little one must be captivated by future activity.

Language courses have been and are among the favorite choices of both children and parents. We offer you Greek language courses, one of the most interesting and oldest existing languages. Below, we shall present some advantages of studying a foreign language.

Intellectual benefits

We have good news for everyone! The little ones will be fascinated to learn that studying a foreign language will make them smarter and cooler, and parents and grandparents, better understanding the context, will appreciate the fact that the little ones will be intellectually stimulated. Children’s curiosity is like a sponge, ready to absorb everything they hear and see, and studies show that the younger they are, the faster and easier they learn.

Organization and responsibility

The ideal child is responsible, does his/her homework on time, and pours his/her soul into it. Many parents and grandparents might disagree, especially if they have to work hard in order to convince the little ones about this particular section. In a friendly environment, together with other colleagues who later become his friends, the little one will feel at ease, and the results will come easily. He will look forward to classes, will conscientiously prepare his/her homework, both the one related to the new hobby and the one for school.

Enriching general knowledge

The study of a foreign language comes with discoveries in the field of general knowledge. For example, Greek is one of the most important European languages and the people have such a fascinating history! The little ones will be delighted by the adventures of the gods, the true story of Hercules, and the Olympic Games.

The foundations of a future career

Parents will be happy to know that a bilingual candidate is more likely to get a job. Of course, your children probably don’t think about these things, but we know that you, as a responsible parent, will be delighted with this. Besides, even during school time, children can participate in various international camps and projects such as Erasmus and Comenius, where a foreign language can help them bring back unforgettable memories.

Communication skills

Language courses are great for children, whether they are communicative or introverted. The environment in which we teach, the care and the patience given to each child will make them confident about themselves and their knowledge. This will be noticed outside the Greek language courses, they will gain the courage to express themselves at school, but also in different social circles. In addition, through these courses, your child will get to know people from outside his/her friend circle and will learn to communicate with new people. This way, he/she will become more sociable and empathic with those around him/her, understanding the concepts of diversity and equality.

Learning your native language will be a breeze!

The Romanian language will become a very easy subject for your child if he/she studies another foreign language at the same time. Since he/she is a beginner in Greek, this will automatically make him/her an expert in his/her mother tongue. Thus, the little one will gain confidence, he/she will find it easy to draw parallels between the knowledge newly accumulated in classes and the things already known in Romanian. And through these connections, he/she will be able to see new things in a different light.

Time spent in the family!

If I haven’t convinced you to take language classes yet, well, find out that not only your child can enjoy a new hobby. Why not sign up for classes, feeling the joy of novelty, and putting your curiosity to work? For example, you, as a parent, and your little one, can study Greek and find another thing in common – you can learn new words together, you can have small conversations in this language, you can look for educational videos to watch. Thus, in addition to a new relaxing and stimulating activity, at the same time, you will also spend quality time with your child.