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Benefits of bilingualism or multilingualism for kids and families

Benefits of bilingualism or multilingualism for kids and families

If you are bilingual, you use two languages. If you are multilingual, you use more than two. Raising multilingual or bilingual children has many benefits. For example, it can create strong family and cultural bonds. Raising multilingual or bilingual children has challenges. For example, it can take a lot of time and effort.

This translated resource from Raising Children Network has detailed information about the benefits of and what to consider when raising a multilingual or bilingual child.

Organisation:
Topic:
Target audience:
Parents or carers
Service area:
National
Published:
August 2025
Last reviewed:
January 2026