The Translanguaging Classroom: Leveraging Student Bilingualism for Learning

By Susana Johnson Ph.D., Ofelia García Otheguy Ph.D., Kate Seltzer Ph.D.

The concept of translanguaging--using a child's full linguistic repertoire, or all of their linguistic resources, to make meaning--is key to bilingual students' success in school and beyond. Created by some of the most prominent leaders in the field of educating bilingual students, this second edition provides the foundational knowledge teachers need to understand translanguaging and use it strategically and meaningfully to support bilingual learners.

A revised and updated new edition of a highly influential bestseller, this book is ideal for pre- and in-service educators of Grades 4-12 in English-medium and bilingual classrooms. Educators will discover how asset-based translanguaging pedagogies can level the playing field for bilingual students and help them develop essential skills in all their languages--all while honoring their identity and culture.

LEARN HOW TO:

Help bilingual students become better readers and writers by accessing different features of their languagesPlan and implement effective translanguaging designs for instructionIntegrate mandated standards into translanguaging instructional designsSupport bilingual students as they engage with and comprehend complex content and textsUse translanguaging design for assessment to holistically evaluate students' content and language learningLeverage translanguaging to support social justice and social-emotional well-being

WHAT'S NEW: This updated edition includes the latest research on translanguaging, engages with the exciting expansion of biliteracy in U.S. schools, discusses translanguaging in relation to literacy and comprehension, and deepens the connection between translanguaging and social justice.

PRACTICAL FEATURES: Get learning objectives for each chapter, reflection questions and activities, Taking Action prompts for analyzing classroom practices, examples of authentic student work, and a package of downloadable templates and tools to support instruction and assessment.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1681257718
• ISBN13: 9781681257716
• Release Date: June 2025
• Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.5" x 10.8"
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8