An Introduction to Bilingual Development

by Annick De Houwer

Book Overview

This introductory textbook shows how children learn to understand and speak two languages against the backdrop of their language learning environments. A narrative around the bilingual development of four young children with different language profiles helps to explain the latest research findings in a lively and accessible manner.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1847691684
• ISBN13: 9781847691682
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Multilingual Matters Limited
• Length: 104 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.8" x 9.6"