Language English and Others

Lesson Title: Language
Objective: Discuss language learning and native language studies in U.S.: Bilingualism
Action: Encourage immigrants to preserve heritage languages and note that teachers are needed

Resources
1.

In U.S., one-fifth don't speak English at home

S.F. Chronicle
Jill Tucker
Saturday December 16, 2007
Bay Area and California
Page C1 & C3
Article Title: "Grassroots gathering seeks ways to restore hope to Afghanistan"
Link to original: www.sfgate.com
Other links/resources mentioned:
www.kabulmaterinity.org
Afghan children's relief organization
Omeid International

2.

Arabic leads shift in college language studies

S.J. Mercury
Lisa Fernandez
Saturday December 16, 2007
Bay Area and California
Page 1B & 4
Article Title: "Afghan teacher: 'You are so lucky' Students learn about educator's struggle"
Link to original:
Other links/resources mentioned:
www.afghanfriends.net

3. Hmong revive their written language on the Internet. (SF Chronicle 5/14/2006)