Children’s Literature: Playing with Language(s): Engaging Children in Translanguaging through Picturebooks

Key Points

• The aim is to explore how translanguaging through picturebooks can support children's language practices and engagement.
• Utilized picturebooks to encourage translanguaging among children.
• Fostered an interactive classroom environment that celebrates various languages.
• Observed the impact of translanguaging on children's learning experiences.
• Children displayed increased curiosity about different languages.
• Translanguaging practices promoted inclusivity and engagement in the classroom.
• Students exhibited enhanced language confidence and creativity.