LesPetitsLearners

Journal & resource hub

Reading for the years before school

Short articles written from the classroom floor, and a curated shelf of outside resources we actually use — most of them free.

Articles

0–3 years6 min read

How to raise a bilingual toddler (without adding another job to your day)

Bilingualism grows out of ordinary moments — nappy changes, snack time, the walk to the park. Here is how to fold a second language into the day you already have.

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2–4 years5 min read

Reggio-inspired activities for 2-year-olds you can set up in five minutes

Open-ended invitations, natural materials and a lot of listening. Seven small provocations that respect a two-year-old's real attention span.

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2–5 years5 min read

Naming feelings in two languages: emotional vocabulary before big emotions arrive

A child who can say "je suis frustré" does not need to throw the cup. How to build emotional vocabulary in French and English in calm moments.

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4–5 years6 min read

Getting ready for school when your child speaks two languages

School readiness is far more about asking for help, taking turns and holding a pencil than it is about reading. A gentle checklist for the year before school.

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Curated resources

Links we recommend to families and educators. They open in a new tab and none of them are sponsored.

Bilingual family research & guidance

Evidence-based reading on how children acquire two languages, from universities and public health bodies.

Free French listening & reading

Places to find authentic French audio and books without a subscription.

Reggio Emilia & early years practice

Where to read more about the approach behind our printables.

Free & low-cost printable sources

Good companions to our packs when you need more practice pages.