Newcomer families: Urdu

Links to language resources and other information for Burnaby families - translated into Urdu.

Help your child get ready to read

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Your Home Language: Foundation for Success
Children who have a strong foundation in their home language do better at school. This DVD demonstrates family-based language activities to encourage children's language development and success at school.

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Say Hello to Your New Baby [PDF]
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. Source: National Literacy Trust.

Sharing Books With Your Baby [PDF]
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. Source: National Literacy Trust.

Sharing Songs and Rhyme [PDF]
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. Source: National Literacy Trust.

Talking With Your Baby [PDF]
Learning to talk is one of the most important and most complex skills your child will accomplish. Source: National Literacy Trust.

Tips for Reading with Children [PDF]
One-page handout for parents and caregivers. Source: Minnesota Humanities Center.

Your First Language: A Precious Gift to Your Child [PDF]
You help your child's language development when you speak in Urdu.  Learn why in this one-page BPL handout.

Parenting and child development

Making a Difference [PDF]
Information about milestones and healthy development from birth to age six.  Source: Ontario Early Years.

Bullying - We Can All Help Stop It [PDF]
How to recognize bullying and what to do if your child is being bullied or is bullying others.