How to Talk to Your Child’s Teacher About Language Progress
1. Come Prepared with Specific Questions
Ask which skills—listening, speaking, reading, or writing—your child is meeting for their grade level and which need support.
2. Request Concrete Examples
Politely ask to see a writing sample or hear a short recording so you understand what “meets expectations” looks like.
3. Share Home Observations
Mention if your child reads bedtime books in the target language or struggles with certain sounds. Teachers can connect school strategies to home routines.
4. Clarify Assessment Methods
Find out how progress is tracked: unit quizzes, oral rubrics, or portfolio projects. Understanding the rubric helps you set realistic goals.
5. Ask for At‑Home Reinforcement Tips
Teachers often have song links, vocabulary sheets, or recommended apps. Show them your child’s Dinolingo badge log so they can suggest matching classroom themes.
6. Schedule a Mid‑Term Check‑In
A quick email in six weeks keeps everyone on the same page and lets you adjust study habits before report cards arrive.
7. End with a Team Mindset
Thank the teacher and summarize next steps in a follow‑up message: “We’ll focus on story retelling at home; please send any new vocabulary lists.”
Final Thoughts
Clear, collaborative communication turns teacher feedback into actionable steps at home. Armed with pointed questions and support from Dinolingo’s progress badges you’ll keep your child’s language journey on track.
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