School advice in years 7 and 8: What if your child’s Dutch is holding them back?
“My child is bright enough for HAVO or VWO. But what if their Dutch brings down their school recommendation?” It is a question we hear very often at Dutch for…
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10 Common Dutch language and spelling mistakes Dutch Expat Children make (and how to help)
“The hardest thing is still de and het.” That is what Sarah told me recently. Sarah was eight years old when she started taking Dutch lessons with me. At the time, she was…
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What is the difference between spoken and written language?
When a child doesn’t speak much Dutch yet, the solution often seems quite logical: we simply need to get them talking more. And of course, speaking is important. Very important, in…
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Why is reading aloud so important for your child’s language development?
Some children’s books look pretty worn out after a few years. The cover is half falling off, there’s a mysterious stain somewhere on page twelve, and you can recite some…
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Creative writing for children (ages 6-12): 7 fun summer writing activities
I love the summer holidays. Slowing down, no alarm clocks, spending quality time together and enjoying the beautiful weather. It’s also the perfect time to have fun with the Dutch…
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Online Dutch lessons before, during and after a bridging class (schakelklas)
Some children only start learning Dutch after they have moved to the Netherlands. Other families choose to begin Dutch lessons before the move. The fact that every child starts their…
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Preparing for the Dutch Doorstroomtoets, IEP or Cito: “My child is capable… but is their Dutch good enough?”
“I’m not even sure if I should call you.” A mother laughs softly on the other end of the phone. “My daughter is actually doing really well at school. She’s…
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The Best Children’s Books to Learn Dutch (And How to Practice Reading Comprehension)
As a parent, you naturally want your child to become confident in Dutch. But if you’re raising your family abroad, that can be quite a challenge. Many Dutch expat children…
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How to support your child emotionally when moving to the Netherlands
Practical tips for expat families returning to the Netherlands Moving to the Netherlands is a big adventure. Perhaps you’re looking forward to being closer to family, relocating for work, or…
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How to practice Dutch outside school: fun activities for expat children
“Mom, how do you say that in Dutch again?” Does that sound familiar? Many Dutch expat parents notice that their children gradually speak less Dutch the longer they live abroad….
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Online Dutch lessons for children during the summer holidays
Give your child a flying start after the summer Are you looking for Dutch lessons for your child during the summer holidays? You’re not alone. Every year, around May, June…
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Do We Need to Buy Learning Materials for Online Dutch Lessons?
One of the questions parents ask us most during an introduction call is: “Do we need to buy books or learning materials ourselves?” Especially expat families looking for online Dutch…
