In Cologne, Germany, a bilingual daycare center is successfully teaching young children both Spanish and German. On a typical day, children, ages 2 to 6, learn Spanish through songs, words, and everyday activities, even though most cannot speak the language fluently. Staff members, like Jessica Rojas Flores from Bolivia, use playful methods to teach vocabulary while the children also help her practice German. The center’s bilingual approach is helping children develop empathy and communication skills, as they learn to navigate situations where they may not be immediately understood.
https://www.dw.com/en/germany-relies-on-immigrants-to-counter-child-care-crisis/a-70795228
