Raising Bilingual Children as Monolingual Parents: A Parent's Guide to Unlocking the Power of Language

By Safia Hatton-Smith

You don't need to speak multiple languages to raise a bilingual child - just the right mindset, tools, and strategy.

Raising Bilingual Children as Monolingual Parents is the essential guide for parents who want to give their children the gift of bilingualism, even if they only speak one language themselves. Whether you're navigating cultural heritage, preparing your child for a global future, or simply embracing the cognitive and social benefits of a second language, this book empowers you to make it possible - without needing fluency yourself.

Drawing on research, real-life success stories, and practical techniques, this book provides step-by-step guidance on how to create a language-rich environment at home, source quality input, build a supportive community, and overcome common obstacles along the way.

Inside, you'll discover:

Why bilingualism matters and how children acquire language

How to expose your child to a second language naturally and effectively

Creative ways to integrate language learning into everyday life

How to find and use support, even if no one in your home speaks the second language

Tips for staying consistent, tracking progress, and celebrating small wins

About the Author:

Safia Hatton-Smith is a bilingual educator, and multi-language advocate. With a background in early childhood development and language acquisition, she has spent over a decade guiding families across the globe in their bilingual journeys.

Hatton-Smith combines personal experience with professional insight, making this guide both deeply relatable and refreshingly practical. Her workshops, online courses, and community resources have empowered thousands of parents to take their first confident steps toward bilingual parenting - regardless of their own language background.

Whether your child is a baby, toddler, or already in school, it's never too early (or too late) to start. This book is your trusted companion for raising confident, curious, multilingual kids, one word at a time.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FCH3ZQ6H
• ISBN13: 9798287201968
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 242 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"