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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Has anyone come up with any alternatives for picking up a language if their kid didn’t get in to an immersion program?  I know we’re not going to match that if we strike out again in 1st, but there must be other ways to get some meaningful exposure to foreign languages before middle school.[/quote]

It won’t equate to immersion, but I’d suggest exposing them to foreign language songs like these preschool songs.  They’ll teach basic vocabulary, expose them to the pronunciation/accent, and they might even start to internalize some grammar on a subconscious level.
https://m.youtube.com/@SuperSimpleEspanol

As they get a little older and develop interest in the language, you can introduce language lessons or some of the language programs like Duolingo (free), Rosetta Stone, Babbel, etc.  Some of the commercial programs may be accessible through your public library’s website.  The public library system will probably have books available in the foreign language, as well.

As they become more comfortable with the language, let them watch TV shows/movies in the foreign language.  You can often change the language for the audio, although some languages are more widely available than others.[/quote]

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