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Why Does ‘Mother’ Sound The Same In So Many Languages?

Why Does ‘Mother’ Sound The Same In So Many Languages?

The concept of “Mom” is universal — and, for the most part, so is the name we’ve given her.

BySteph Koyfman
6 Ways Learning A Language As An Adult Is Different Than Learning It In School

6 Ways Learning A Language As An Adult Is Different Than Learning It In School

Don’t let memories of the dreaded conjugation tables hold you back. Learning a language as an adult might actually be easier — and more fun — than you think.

BySteph Koyfman
Are Kids Speaking Differently Because Of COVID?

Are Kids Speaking Differently Because Of COVID?

BySteph Koyfman
Let’s Bust Some Myths About Raising Bilingual Children

Let’s Bust Some Myths About Raising Bilingual Children

ByKatrin Sperling
Do Other Countries Believe In The Tooth Fairy?

Do Other Countries Believe In The Tooth Fairy?

ByDylan Lyons
How To Talk About Family In French

How To Talk About Family In French

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A Family Affair: The Culture Of Kinship Around The World

A Family Affair: The Culture Of Kinship Around The World

ByDavid Doochin
What Speakers Of Other Languages Call Their Fathers

What Speakers Of Other Languages Call Their Fathers

ByDavid Doochin
International Literature: Children’s Books In Other Languages

International Literature: Children’s Books In Other Languages

ByDavid Doochin
6 Questions With Bilingual Parenting Expert Maritere Bellas

6 Questions With Bilingual Parenting Expert Maritere Bellas

BySierra Boone
Fact Vs. Fiction: Is It Easier To Learn Languages As A Kid?

Fact Vs. Fiction: Is It Easier To Learn Languages As A Kid?

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