✦A small step for today
Understand the idea together; finish with an English sentence your child can explain.
Begin with the idea, not a literal translation
For integrity, talk about someone returning a lost wallet even when nobody is watching. Your child may already understand that idea in another language. Link it to the English word, and avoid treating one translated word as a complete definition.
Keep a bridge back to English
Listen to the English word and example. Discuss the meaning in your preferred language, then ask your child to retell the example in English. A short spoken sentence is enough at first; gradually add reading and written examples.
Notice meanings that do not line up neatly
One English word can have several meanings. Environment can mean the natural world or the conditions in a classroom. Read the full English sentence before choosing a translation. Ask which meaning fits this particular context.
Give both languages a place
Keep enjoyable family stories and conversations in your home language. Add manageable English reading and vocabulary practice rather than replacing them. The site offers English plus Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese and Korean support; it does not replace your school’s advice.
Try this together
Talk about a friendly character in your home language. Introduce sociable, then ask your child to describe that character in one English sentence.
See an example answer
‘Maya is sociable because she enjoys chatting with new classmates.’ Discuss what in the story supports that description, in either language.
Words in action
integrity
Meaning
Being honest and doing what you believe is right.
Example
“Returning the lost wallet showed her integrity.”
environment
Meaning
The surroundings or conditions in which someone lives or works.
Example
“The quiet classroom provided a calm environment for reading.”
sociable
Meaning
Enjoying meeting and spending time with other people.
Example
“The sociable girl invited the new pupil to join the game.”
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