Does your child want to go places? Inspire him to learn a new language

It is quite rightly said that words can make or break. The power of language in our lives can never be undermined. In fact, it is important to master more than one language to thrive in our multi-lingual world. A growing body of research suggests that learning multiple languages enhances memory, improves concentration span and boosts cognitive abilities. This is why, encouraging your child to pick up new languages is a good idea. Here are the benefits of raising a multi-lingual kid.   

Enhances communication skills 
The more languages your child knows, the better can he communicate with strangers (native people as well as foreigners), acquaintances, friends (who have a different mother-tongue) and peers (from different parts of the world). The way he communicates, the extensive vocabulary he uses, the way he articulates himself, will contribute to the way the world perceives him. In fact, it is through words that one makes the so-very-important first impression. 

Widens career prospects 
If your child dreams of exploring the world, be it for studies, work or vacation, having superb grasp over the widely-spoken languages will make it easier for him to flourish. It will also widen his career opportunities, as knowing the native language of the place he wants to migrate to, for education or a job, will make all the resources readily accessible. Being equipped with multi-lingual skills will open up the possibilities of lucrative careers as a translator or a tourist or a tourist-interpreter. 

Contributes to logical reasoning and creativity 
Languages are known to significantly affect the way we think, act and exploit our skill sets. If your child is an aspiring author, mastering more than one language will give her the chance to use her pen to create magic in both of them. Isn’t that great? Similarly, while problem-solving, encourage her to apply the knowledge that she has gained from all the known languages. This will make it easier for her to find the best solution for her problems. 

Boosts multitasking skills 
Yes, you read that right. Coaching you child in two or more languages will enhance his ability to multitask. It will let him work or study in English, talk to the family in his native language (say Bengali, Tamil, Urdu and more) and give directions to a delivery agent in Hindi – all at the same time. This will not only increase his productivity but also make him feel empowered.