Newcomer families: Polish
Selected links to language resources and other information for Burnaby families in Polish
- stories, rhymes and songs
- help your child get ready to read
- your first language
- elementary school
- parenting and child development
Stories, rhymes and songs
Mama Lisa’s World
Nursery rhymes in Polish.
Polish Tongue Twisters
These help your child hear the smaller sounds in words, an important skill for learning to read.
Help your child get ready to read
Books for Kids in Early Years of Schooling [PDF in Polish]
Provides advice on the selection of books for children at various stages of reading development. Includes tips on how parents can help their child enjoy books. Source: Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, State of Victoria, Australia.
Illinois Early Learning Project Tip Sheets in Polish [PDFs in Polish]
Browse by title or search by topic for one-page resources on a variety of topics of interest to parents. Illinois Early Learning Project.
Playing With Your Baby [PDF in Polish]
Play is the main way that babies and toddlers learn about the world. With your help, it's also a wonderful way to support their language development. National Literacy Trust.
Say Hello to Your New Baby [PDF in Polish]
Talking to your baby from day one will help the two of you get to know each other, and gives your child a great start in life. These quick tips will help you enjoy "conversations" with your baby right from the start. National Literacy Trust.
Sharing Books With Your Baby [PDF in Polish]
Sharing books is a wonderful way to help your child learn to talk, and it's the ideal opportunity to share a cuddle at the same time. National Literacy Trust.
Sharing Songs and Rhymes [PDF in Polish]
Babies love songs and rhymes, especially hearing the sound of your voice. And they're a great way to help your child's talking and listening skills. National Literacy Trust
Talking With Your Baby [PDF in Polish]
Learning to talk is one of the most important and complex skills your child will accomplish. National Literacy Trust.
Your first language
Your First Language: A Precious Gift to Your Child [PDF in Polish]
You help your child's language development when you speak in Polish. Learn why in this one-page BPL handout.
Elementary school
What is ESL Support? [PDF in Polish]
A brochure for parents of ESL students in BC.
Parenting and child development
Bullying - We Can All Help Stop It [PDF in Polish]
How to recognize bullying and what to do if your child is being bullied or is bullying others.
Can Your Baby Hear? [PDF in Polish]
Printer-friendly information about hearing.