Here’s a tip to help your child understand and appreciate the importance of Dutch:

Integrate Dutch into fun and meaningful activities

1. Stories and books: Choose interesting books and stories in Dutch that capture your child’s attention.
   You can read these books together every evening or during quiet times.
2. Songs and nursery rhymes: Listen to Dutch songs and rhymes with your child.
   Learning by singing can be a fun and effective way to memorize Dutch words and phrases.
3. Flemish/Dutch cuisine: Cook typical Flemish/Dutch dishes or traditional desserts together.
   This can be an opportunity to speak Dutch by naming ingredients, utensils and recipe steps.
4. Games and activities : Play board games in Dutch or create educational games to practice the language.
   Games can make learning Dutch more interactive and fun for your child.
5. Culture and traditions: Learn together about Flemish/Dutch culture, traditional festivals, famous monuments and more.
   Visit museums, watch documentaries or organize themed activities to discover the rich cultural heritage of the Netherlands.
6. Emphasize the importance of Dutch: Explain to your child why Dutch is an important language.
   You can talk about career opportunities, travel, international friends and the advantages of being bilingual or multilingual.
7. Rewards and encouragement: Encourage and praise your child’s efforts in Dutch.
   Use positive rewards, such as stickers, praise or small surprises, to motivate them to continue learning and practicing the language.

By integrating Dutch into playful, cultural and meaningful activities, you can help your child understand the importance of this language and appreciate it even more.
The key is to make learning Dutch fun, interactive and relevant for your child.
That’s what we offer in all CLL courses.