#Duolingo ABC

[could-they-be-a-pro-wrestler]

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[the-antihero-of-the-story]

Sorry I was late again. I'm still trying to finish my summer work. School starts in 1 more day. One more day left of freedom... (I'm still cooked)

Anyways, I drew out my profile picture as pixel art. I originally tried it on a 32x32 board, but it looked weird, so I switched a 64x64 board. I didn't want to exceed that since I'm still new to pixel art.

This is not too bad, but it was super simple since there was not really much involved in the process.

[pineapplehazard]

Too occupied ranting about 911 I forgot to do my duolingo😔😔😔

[shelfthe-reader]

Learning Spanish 101

broke: duolingo

woke: 9-1-1 fanfiction on ao3

[peppermintquartz]

Tommy sits down next to Eddie.

The silence is... nice. Not awkward, not weighted. Even though Eddie hasn't slept properly in three days and he probably looks to be on the losing end of a street fight.

Eddie is beginning to see why Buck looks more and more in love each time they meet up.

After about five minutes of utter silence, Tommy asks, "So do you want to talk about whatever is bothering you, or do you wanna try to beat the shit out of me?"

Eddie snorts, and finally he can laugh. "No puedo hablar de ello," he admits. Strange how speaking in his native tongue makes it easier to be more open. Must be the influence of all those telenovelas. "Eso lo haría real, ¿sabes?"

Tommy nods. "Sí, yo sé." He puts a hand on Eddie's shoulder and squeezes. "Pero estamos aquí para ti. Until you're ready."

They sit in silence for another couple of minutes. Eddie straightens. "That offer to kick your ass still stands?"

Tommy stands up with a grunt. Old man. "Gear up then." He cocks his head, and there's a quizzical glint to his gaze. "Show me what you got."

Eddie smiles and holds out a hand for Tommy to haul him to his feet.

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edited on AO3

[thetangycheesemanwithaplan]

Buddie Week Day 6: Hugging from behind- Buck speaks Spanish - "I'm not letting you go"

They finished their workout without any interruptions and other than the odd look Eddie gave Buck, he didn't ask why Buck was so distracted and Buck was grateful. He didn’t even know how to explain to the other man that he had beef with a green owl who had been supposedly helping him for the last few months with his Spanish. No, that was not a conversation he was ready to have. Plus it would spoil the whole point of him learning Spanish in the first place.

[copperbadge]

My 5 year old just started playing Duolingo ABC and you will probably be unsurprised to hear that Falstaff (nicknamed "fofo") got into quite a bit of mischief as a cub

I just googled to try and see if there were any images of baby Falstaff and I was NOT DISAPPOINTED.

[ID: A large image of Falstaff the Duolingo bear as a cub; it's just his head, really, much more rounded than his adult head, with giant anime eyes looking upwards trustingly.]

[vinnies-invasion]

i’ve wanted to get into learning ASL for ages because i am hard of hearing,plus for when i am nonverbal while regressing. Any tips on how to kinda get into it,or resources for learning it? (i saw your little sign language worksheets. so useful and cute!!)⭐️

I am still learning ASL myself!! I learned some baby sign language and the ABCs at work - we have kids with autism and they are taught ASL through their speech therapists.

However! I currently have this app downloaded called InterSign, it is set up a lot like Duolingo, and as far as I am aware, it’s been mostly free! There are some ads you have to deal with, but it’s worth it in my opinion.

if you wanna learn some baby sign, this video is really good! it is exactly what the speech therapists at my daycare use!

https://youtu.be/UVKnVPRklCc?si=4ZwSV_7B39YDxaB3

I would recommend trying to incorporate signs into everyday conversations or just having pretend convos with your dream cg (i do this sometimes) with sign language:3

Also!!! @ghostinyourface is my friend, they are really good with sign language, I would recommend asking them for some tips too!!!

[incorrect-hs-quotes]

-- golgothasTerror [GT] began pestering tipsyGnostalgic [TG] --

GT: It switched to japanese because i did a forward wheelie while riding my bike backwards in gta.

GT: Which confused the physics engine.

GT: And switched my language.

GT: Thanks.

-- golgothasTerror [GT] began pestering tipsyGnostalgic [TG] --

GT: New curse!

GT: Abc def ghpi jkplo mnlo hplqr stu vwx yz

GT: Keybloard brloke

GT: Thpis lones a nasty lone

-- golgothasTerror [GT] began pestering tipsyGnostalgic [TG] --

GT: I forgot i stopped playing battlefield heroes because any time i clicked the browser button my computer bluescreened

TG: thx

TG: ill let everyone know

-- golgothasTerror [GT] began pestering tipsyGnostalgic [TG] --

GT: My duolingo got hacked but all they did was just...

GT: Keep using it?

GT: Why.

GT: Its a free service????

TG: th POINTS

TG: srry jake this is getting added 2 the post

GT: They changed all my account info and started learning german.

-- golgothasTerror [GT] began pestering tipsyGnostalgic [TG] --

GT: When i press the key between f and h my computer shuts down.

TG: ...thanks

ROXY: ^like he sbringing me dead mice

[spiritofcamelot]

that's weirdly out of context but I just saw a post from other people learning czech and I saw you'd said on there that you were at the very beginning only saying like good morning so I thought it'd be nice to ask y'know, how's it going haha?

Hi Anon!

It's going poorly. I fully stopped duolingo a while ago, never making it much past the first lesson. But enough of what I did learn stuck with me that I did recognize a word or two when we found my great grandpa's school progress report. I'm hoping to get back into it in the new year.

I did also find an old ABC book randomly in my grandpa's genealogy box so I learned a few new words yesterday!

[aliceyabusamesoneball]

do yiu know how when dulingo when learning langauge where symbol can match with abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz (like japanense or language you are doung….chinese) and you have to match them and when you tap the symbol it says the sound, so you know which one with abc you have to getting?

what if they gave you only audio and have to say what the audio says, the duolingo says “hard exercise no soudn” but doesn’t give you the audio and only text box or word bank

wwhat does this mean

[meddwlyngymraeg]

I posted 167 times in 2022

That's 167 more posts than 2021!

121 posts created (72%)

46 posts reblogged (28%)

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I tagged 166 of my posts in 2022

Only 1% of my posts had no tags

#vocabulary - 128 posts

#sentences - 70 posts

#dysgu cymraeg - 67 posts

#learn welsh - 62 posts

#source: dictionary - 52 posts

#idiomatic expressions - 45 posts

#source: text - 45 posts

#source: online - 32 posts

#source: duolingo - 31 posts

#grammar - 22 posts

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#i just thought it might be useful because otherwise i have trouble articulating the difference between the two words even though i *know*

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#5

Idiomatic phrases

Tro ar ôl tro -> time after time/time and time again

Un ar ôl y llall -> one after the other/one by one

12 notes - Posted November 12, 2022

#4

Email vocabulary Geirfa E-Bost

Annwyl -> Dear (used in greetings, cyfarchiaudau, like Dear ABC, Annwyl ABC) Note: Except for given names, which are not mutated in modern usage, annwyl causes a soft mutation. Annwyl gydweithiwr, Dear colleague,

Cyfarch -> greeting (pl: cyfarchiadau) Cyfarchion -> greetings (if you see the difference between general "greetings!" and multiple greetings)

Cofion cynnes -> Kind regards (literally 'warm regards') Cofion gorau -> Best regards

Cydweithiwr -> colleague, coworker

Pennaeth -> Head (of ...) Pennaeth Diogelwch Head of security Pennaeth Integreiddio Head of Integration...

Mwy o ymadroddion defnyddiol e-bost

(Some more useful email phrases)

Bore da, tîm! Good morning, team!

Dwi'n gyffrous iawn i roi gwybod i chi bod... I am excited to let you know that... (or more formally, use rwy'n instead of dwi'n)

Formal -> ffurfiol

Mae croeso i chi... Feel free/You are welcome to...

Y datblygiadau diweddaraf... The latest developments...

Cynnydd -> progress

Cydnabyddiaeth -> Recognition, consideration

**Ystyriaeth -> thought, consideration, deliberation Ar ôl rhoi ystyriaeth ddigonol i'r mater, dw i wedi dod i'r casgliad bod... After giving the matter enough/due consideration, I have come to the conclusion that...

casgliad -> conclusion. (Can also, in different context, mean a collection (of something), an assortment)

Anfon -> to send Anfonedig -> sent (sent time, etc. An adjective)

Pwnc -> Subject

Dwi'n/Rwy'n (ffurfiol) bwriadu... I plan/intend to...

Newyddion anhygoel/da! Good/exciting news! (Dwi'n gobeithio bod byddoch chi'n clywyd rhain mwy'n aml!)

Gwybodaeth gyfrinachol -> Confidential information

(Snagged from translating work emails)

15 notes - Posted May 17, 2022

#3

Idiomatic Expressions

Dim gobaith caneri! -> Not a chance!

Yn anffodus, dim gobaith caneri! Unfortunately, not a chance!

Ond Rue, chi'n gofyn, pam caneri? Doesn't it mean a canary?

Yes, it does! And this phrase goes back to the old mining tradition of taking a canary down with you to the coal mines. The canary was more susceptible to fumes than people, and if the bird that was sent ahead began to lose consciousness, it was probably best to head back out!

The canary was taken care of, mind. The miners didn't just leave the canary to die. They would put it in a little airtight cage connected to an oxygen tank so it could be revived and breathe freely again, and they would take it back up the mineshaft.

Nowadays of course, we have better tech for this kind of thing and don't need to put a bird at risk, but quite a few miners actually missed having their little friend down the mines with them when they stopped using canaries. Nonetheless!

A canary cage, taken from the Science and Industry Museum blog.

So (efallai) dyn ni wedi dysgu rhywbeth newydd heddi, we've (possibly) learned something new today!

Vocabulary

Caneri -> Canary

Gobaith -> Hope (noun)

Anffodus -> unfortunate

(yn anffodus -> unfortunately)

Gofyn -> to ask

Some extras, thrown in:

**Pwll glo (p: pyllau glo) -> colliery (collieries), a coal mine

Mwynglawdd (p: mwyngloddiau) -> a mine for any other mineral

Eg. Mae mwyngloddiau copr a mwynglawdd aur yna. There are copper mines and a gold mine there.

34 notes - Posted November 19, 2022

#2

Masterpost of all the vocab I've been picking up from y Timau Pêl-Droid Cenedlaethol Cymru during this amser anhygoel (in no particular order):

Diweddariad -> Update

Cyhoeddiad -> Announcement

Carfan -> Squad (mewn chwaraeon, neu'n gyffredinol: a group)

Dan -> Under Dan 18, Dan 21...

Priodi -> to marry (Ti'n gofyn, pam?? Dwi'n ateb: o Twitter: "Mewn bywyd arall, bydda i'n priodi Joe Allen. - Ti’n gwybod beth? Mewn bywyd arall, falle fi hefyd!!"

Os ychi wedi gweld eich post yma, ma flin 'da fi

falle (efallai) -> maybe)

Y Wal Goch (yn amlwg) -> The Red Wall (obviously!)

Llongyfarchiadau (!!) -> congratulations (noun, plural)

Cwpan Y Byd -> The World Cup

Gorau -> best Y diwylliant o gwmpas tîm pêl-droed Cymru yw un o’r pethe* gorau yn y byd. The culture around the Welsh football team is one of the best things in the world. *pethe -> pethau, SW

Relatedly, gorau chwarae, cyd chwarae -> (to my best abilities translates to) the best play is played together

(I'm new to Welsh football, and pretty much to all football)

Hapus -> happy :D

sgorio -> to score (verb)

gôl -> a goal

tocyn(nau) -> ticket(s)

Gyda'n gilydd, yn gryfach -> together, stronger. cryf -> strong

Cenedl -> nation Ein cenedl (probably tweeted 50 times by @/Wales) Our nation

Terfynol -> final Y sgôr terfynol ar diwedd o'r gêm. The final score at the end of the game.

Hanner amser -> half time

Ysbrydoliaeth -> Inspiration Ysbrydoli -> to inspire

Sefyll gyda'n/gyda'i gilydd -> stand together sefyll -> to stand, except with regards to a test, where it would mean to sit or take: sefyll prawf -> to sit an exam

Ymarfer -> practice, to practise (as in both the noun and the verb) Mae nhw'n ymarfer ergydion cosb. They are practising penalty shots. (not sure about ergydion cosb tbh) Mae rhaid iddo fe fynychu ymarfer pêl droed! He must attend football practice!

Targed -> target. Ma fe'n Iawn ar y darged! He's right on target!

Cyfweliad(au) -> Interview(s)

Chwaraewyr -> players

hyderus -> confident Dan ni'n hyderus iawn!

Mawr, enfawr, gormod. -> big, even bigger, too much (just up the magnitude!)

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39 notes - Posted March 26, 2022

My #1 post of 2022

I'm going to abuse this blog a bit this once, but it is related. They're getting rid of the Duolingo forum tomorrow, which is fairly shocking because there are too many good resources posted on there!

I'm trying to copy over some of them for reference, because there are things that maybe I'm not advanced enough to use right now, but I would like to be able to use once I'm a little more skilled at Welsh.

Copied below are all the resources, verbatim. (Some resources may be repeated because I'm just copying)

The two best, best resources for self-learning, apart from Duolingo itself, for visual learners, are the series of videos on pronunciation on youtube:- https://www.youtube.com/user/welshplus

and the Big Welsh Challenge course :- http://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/learnwelsh/bigwelshchallenge/ (click on 'enter course', then 'skip introduction'), the section 'practice with tutor' is particularly useful, especially the male South Wales presenter, who is a well know, very funny Welsh actor. (Ignore the 'archive notice' and click on 'enter course', it works fine.)

The book that we have linked to in the Welsh course on Duolingo is here https://cls.byu.edu/welsh/BYU_Cwrs_Mynediad.html

Hard copies are available through all the usual book sellers.

For auditory learners 'Say something in Welsh' is very good and has a wide network of supporters in particular its popular Facebook group. https://www.saysomethingin.com/welsh/course1

Finally don't forget to join our Facebook group where further discussion takes place and the writers respond to queries. https://www.facebook.com/groups/welshduolingo/

Also here is a link to an fairly good article about mutations:- https://en.wikibooks.org/wiki/Welsh/Mutations#Soft_mutation

Here is a website which gives a daily crossword and also a range of 'her geirfa' vocabulary challenges:- http://www.happyhere.co.uk/

In addition for people not anywhere near a Welsh class, there are a number of people and places that offer online Skype lessons. Here is the link to the Skype courses of one of the Welsh centres in Wales:-http://www.coleggwent.ac.uk/welshcentre#.V1Zh_5PR-V5.

Below is the list of apps grouped into themes and in alphabetic order. Enjoy!

Complete courses:

Learn Cymraeg Mynediad Android, and iOS

Lovely free course for beginners, offers a variety of activities and contains plenty authentic audio recordings. A more advanced course from the same developer is available for purchase.

SSiWelsh Android and iOS

Say something in Welsh, a great Welsh course available from the website and via app. Users can choose between North/South Welsh pronunciation. The Challenges and Course 1 are for free and there’s more paid content. I highly recommend this app.

Grammar-specific:

Ap Treiglo Android and iOS

Another amazing app that teaches you how to use mutations properly. There is a list of words causing mutation, you can also look up grammar rules regarding prepositions, numbers, etc. Good to have it in your toolkit.

Welsh Number Whizz Android only

Welsh Number Whizz is an app designed to help you learn the traditional vigesimal number system. Could be useful especially for us Duolingers, as the Welsh course focuses on the decimal system.

Welsh Verb Blitz Android only

A fantastic tool to learn verbs and their conjugations. The app offers several mini-games to practice Welsh conjugation.

Vocabulary-specific

Anki Android and iOS, the iOS version is paid

I put Anki here as one of the two tools I know and use for flashcards. Anki is available both in a desktop and app version. There are a few big decks with Welsh flashcards, you can find them here: Dal Ati Android and iOS

For all those who have access to S4C this is a very useful app to learn vocabulary that is used in S4C programmes.

Dreigiau Dinas Emrys Android and iOS

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47 notes - Posted March 21, 2022

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[prismaticutie]

I've officially been learning Japanese for about a year now! Let's talk about it!

Language learning is a marathon not a race and it is SO important to know that going into it.

It's a long process, and it takes a hell of a lot of dedication. You have to put a lot of time and effort into it, and you ABSOLUTELY have to practice everyday, reading AND writing.

That sounds obnoxious and unbearable but hear me out

I cannot stress enough how important writing is! You will not learn kanji/kana any other way! You will not be able to familiarize yourself with it as well otherwise! It will make it more difficult to read if you don't write it! Writing it helps you recognize it outside of one perfectly consistent font, so if you see it in other fonts you have a better chance of recognizing it than if you just read it digitally in the same font all the damn time!

If you are going to learn a language, especially one in a different alphabet, you HAVE to write. And make corrections when you mess up, to. Correct your mistakes. That's how you learn.

And when you're learning, it'll take more than Duolingo! Fuck Duolingo! I don't use it and I think it's utter hogwash.

My current resources involve:

- two different types of textbooks (Marugoto and JBP1) (note: I do not recommend Marugoto, stick with JBP1 if you can)

- a separate kanji workbook (basic kanji book)

- two notebooks for my own writing (dollar store ass loose leaf notebooks. W some dollar store ass pens ofc)

- an online jp-english dictionary (Jisho.org)

- youtube videos (Japanese Ammo with Misa)

- whatever homework assignments I had in my classes (a lot of fucking homework)

- whatever powerpoints my teacher sent us (👍)

- plus I'm in a Discord for Japanese learning where we send each other resources and help each other out (it's a school server tho so you can't join if you're not a student)

It's a LOT. And it can be overwhelming and hard to know what to do!

My advice for starting out is to take academic classes and yoink all the resources they give you. I regret not downloading all the stuff my professors gave me cause now I don't have access to it anymore.

Classes give you a sense of guidance and plenty of resources to get you started, plus the resources generally have some credibility since it's coming from a (hopefully) reliable source.

If you can't take classes, go to Youtube. Look up baby videos in that language. Learn to count. Learn your ABCs or whatever the equivalent is. Baby videos help. A lot.

Additionaly there are channels dedicated to helping people learn languages! The main one I watch atm is "Japanese Ammo with Misa", and her videos have been SUCH a help.

These videos are extremely useful, especially when the creators are native speakers of the language because they understand nuances of it better than anyone. I watched one manga reading video from that channel and learned SO much more than I would have been able to learn with a dictionary or just by googling.

(Ex. In the first chapter Yotsuba says "sugee" instead of "sugoi". The Youtuber clarifies that this technically means the same thing (sugee=sugoi=cool), but "sugee" is a more informal and masculine way of saying "sugoi". Just to test my theory, I tried looking it up on Jisho (jp-eng dictionary) and sure enough, it could not define it for me.)

I really did get a lot of resources from my classes. If I hadn't taken them, I definitely would not be learning Japanese efficiently at all. If you can't take classes yourself, and don't know where to start with Youtube videos, I highly recommend talking to people who are learning the language and asking them what they did to get to where they are.

Talking to others is so scary especially if they want to practice speaking with you or gauge how far along you are. Then you have to admit to knowing nothing. But that's the first step to learning so brother it's time to humble yourself.

That's why, after a year of taking Japanese classes, I'm starting over from the beginning.

I don't feel like I ever had a solid foundation. Now I have the resources I need, but I don't have the stress of grades looming over me. I can go at my own pace and take things as slowly as I need so I can learn properly.

It involves a lot of time. And it takes daily practice. Seriously. Learning a new language is a huge time sink. And it's extremely humiliating and humbling.

It's difficult it's challenging it can be tedious it makes me feel really really stupid at times yes all of this is true. But persistence is key.

I really hope I keep up with it because I did just totally take a full week off from practicing it ehe. Oops.

But as intimidating as it is I really do want to keep up with it. I want to keep practicing so I don't have to open every conversation with "すみません。 私 の 日本語 は 上手 で和 ありません。" (I'm sorry, my Japanese is not very good.)

I copy and pasted that from google translate bc I don't have a jp keyboard on my phone so the "wa" in "dewa" of course got translated to kanji when it shouldn't have been. What fucking ever I hate Google translate btw. It's useful but only if you want a really rough idea of what a sentence says. Never rely on it for language learning. Btw.

Overall it's tough. Consistent effort will be rewarded. Write and read and speak and listen to the language all the times. Even if you will never realistically need to write it ever. Write so much. It helps you learn I promise.

Practice daily. Use a variety of resources to mix it up so you don't get bored. Try translating random things you see in the other language, like song lyrics or twitter comics. Translate using an online dictionary. It won't give you the full picture, but you may glean some meaning.

Watching shows and reading comics in the other language might help (especially for Japanese, what with anime and manga being popular). Watching anime with subtitles on (Japanese and English subs at the same time if possible? But just English is fine) helps you learn common phrases in the language and familarizes you with how things are pronounced and what a natural speaking cadence sounds like.

Just don't be afraid to mess up. It's part of learning. It's not easy but everyone has to start somewhere.

...Even if it means starting right from the beginning despite having taken classes for the past year (<- Talking about himself)

I like learning Japanese I think everyone should learn a second language if they can! Especially you Americans because your country SUCKS fuck you (myself included).

Another important aspect that I didn't touch on is culture! While learning language it's also important to familiarize yourself with the culture of the language's place of origin! It gives you such a different perspective on things and a much better appreciation for it.

I sincerely hope I keep to my jp practice and I take it seriously etc etc this was a spur of the moment post and I don't know how to end it so ummmmm byeeee

[katethevampire]

Okay so I did Duolingo ABCs as a joke and now I'm getting emails about my children Gregory and Gregorei

[bestparenting12]

Kid-Friendly Apps and Games: A Fun and Educational Guide

In today’s digital world, technology has become an integral part of children's lives. From learning new skills to staying entertained, apps and games designed for kids can offer countless benefits. However, not all apps are created equal. Some focus solely on entertainment, while others balance fun with education, helping kids grow both cognitively and socially.

In this guide, we’ll explore some of the best kid-friendly apps and games that not only engage children but also foster learning and development.

Educational Apps for Learning and Growth

Educational apps provide a great way for kids to learn new concepts while having fun. Below are some standout choices.

Khan Academy Kids

Khan Academy Kids is a free app offering a broad range of interactive educational activities for children aged 2-8. It covers essential subjects like math, reading, and social-emotional skills through engaging lessons and mini-games. Its adaptive learning path helps tailor content based on a child's progress, allowing for personalized learning experiences.

Duolingo Kids

Learning a new language can be challenging, but Duolingo Kids makes it exciting for children. The app simplifies language learning through interactive exercises, teaching kids basics like vocabulary and sentence formation. It’s an excellent way to introduce your child to languages like Spanish, French, and English.

Toca Life World

Toca Life World is an interactive and creative play app where children can explore different environments, create stories, and interact with various characters. It promotes creativity, imagination, and problem-solving without any time limits or scoring systems, making it a stress-free option for kids.

Endless Alphabet

For younger kids learning their ABCs, Endless Alphabet is a fantastic choice. This fun, animated app helps preschoolers expand their vocabulary by teaching them letters and words with the help of colorful characters. The interactive puzzles are designed to keep kids engaged while learning language basics.

Interactive Games for Entertainment and Cognitive Skills

While educational apps focus on learning, interactive games are excellent for developing cognitive skills such as logic, strategy, and memory. Here are some popular options.

Minecraft

Minecraft is more than just a block-building game. It enhances creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork by allowing children to create worlds, explore landscapes, and collaborate with other players. Kids can build anything from houses to complex cities, and even learn basic coding through the game’s Minecraft: Education Edition.

PBS Kids Games

This app brings the beloved PBS Kids characters to life through a collection of over 100 educational games. Children can explore a wide range of topics including math, reading, science, and social studies. Each game is designed to be engaging while aligning with early childhood education standards.

Pokémon GO

While Pokémon GO encourages children to get outside and explore their surroundings, it also fosters strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Players capture virtual Pokémon by walking around real-world locations, blending physical activity with a fun digital experience.

Osmo – Tangible Play

Osmo is a unique combination of physical objects and digital gameplay. Using a tablet and Osmo’s reflector, children can interact with hands-on tools like puzzle pieces, drawing boards, and letter tiles, which the app recognizes and incorporates into the game. Osmo offers a variety of games that promote creativity, math, and problem-solving skills.

Apps for Creativity and Expression

Encouraging children to express their creativity is important for their emotional development. The following apps are excellent for artistic exploration.

Artie’s World

Designed for younger children, Artie’s World teaches drawing and spatial awareness in a fun, interactive way. Children can help Artie, a friendly aardvark, navigate through various drawing challenges, creating lines, shapes, and scenes as they go. This helps foster fine motor skills and creative expression.

BANDIMAL

Music is a wonderful outlet for creativity, and BANDIMAL is an app that introduces kids to the world of music composition. Through simple interactions, children can create unique melodies and rhythms using quirky animal characters. It’s a fun way for kids to explore their musical instincts without needing any prior knowledge of music theory.

LEGO DUPLO World

LEGO DUPLO World is an app that brings the beloved LEGO DUPLO bricks into the digital realm. It offers open-ended play scenarios where kids can build, explore, and create. The app promotes early literacy, numeracy, and creativity, making it a valuable digital tool for young minds.

Safety and Screen Time Considerations

While apps and games can be great tools for learning and development, it’s crucial for parents to monitor their children’s screen time and ensure they’re engaging with content that is both safe and age-appropriate. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

Parental Controls: Many apps and devices allow parents to set limits on screen time, filter content, and monitor activity. Make sure to explore these settings to maintain a healthy balance.

Check Reviews and Ratings: Before downloading any app or game, look for reviews from other parents and ratings that indicate its suitability for your child’s age group.

In-App Purchases: Some free apps might include in-app purchases or ads, so be cautious and disable purchasing options if possible to avoid unexpected charges.

Screen Time Balance: Experts recommend balancing screen time with physical activities and ensuring children take breaks to protect their eyes and mental well-being.

Kid-friendly apps and games provide a wonderful opportunity for children to explore new skills, enhance their creativity, and enjoy entertainment in a safe, constructive way. From educational apps like Khan Academy Kids to creative platforms like BANDIMAL, there is an array of options designed to nurture both the mind and the imagination.

While these tools are beneficial, parents should always monitor screen time and content to ensure that kids engage in a balanced and enriching digital experience. By selecting the right apps and games, you can help foster a well-rounded learning environment for your child in today’s tech-driven world.

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CLB7 (NCLC 7) in French Exams

French language exams, especially at the CLB 7 level, are crucial for those aiming to move to Canada. CLB 7 shows an intermediate French skill level and is highly important for various Canadian immigration programs. These exams open doors to living, working, and studying opportunities through programs like Express Entry. This blog will discuss the importance of CLB 7 French exams for Canadian immigration and how they can help kickstart a new life in Canada.

For the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP) under the Express Entry system, applicants need to meet the minimum language requirements, which typically include a certain level of proficiency in English or French. For French, CLB 7 is considered an intermediate level of proficiency.

A CLB (Canadian Language Benchmark) minimum level 7 in French is one of the language requirements for the Express Entry program in Canada. Here's a general description of what someone with a CLB 7 level might be able to do across different language skills:

Speaking: At CLB 7, individuals can converse fairly fluently and handle everyday or work-related situations well, though occasional errors may occur. They communicate effectively and spontaneously.

Listening: People at this level grasp the main ideas in complex conversations, presentations, and media broadcasts. They generally understand most of what's being said, even though they might need clarification at times.

Reading: Those at this level comprehend moderately complex texts like newspaper articles, reports, and books. They understand the main ideas and some finer points within written materials.

Writing: Individuals at this level produce coherent, detailed written content. They're capable of crafting clear essays, reports, or emails, despite occasional errors, conveying their messages effectively.

It's important to remember that this description is an overview of what to expect at a CLB 7 level. However, different individuals may excel differently across these skills, and the evaluation criteria can vary depending on the specific language proficiency test used for Canadian immigration purposes.

Which exam to take for a CLB 7 in French?

To achieve a Canadian Language Benchmark (CLB) level 7 in French, there are several language proficiency tests that you can consider taking. Here are some of the commonly accepted exams:Test d'évaluation de français pour le Canada (TEF Canada): TEF Canada is widely recognized and accepted by the Canadian government for immigration, citizenship, and professional purposes. It assesses French language proficiency across various levels, including CLB 7. Test de connaissance du français pour le Canada (TCF Canada): Similar to TEF, TCF Canada evaluates French language skills for immigration and citizenship purposes. It can determine proficiency levels including CLB 7.

How to prepare for TEF Canada/ TCF Canada as a complete beginner?

If you're just starting to learn French and aiming to prepare for the TEF Canada or TCF Canada exams eventually, here's a helpful step-by-step plan:

Define Clear Goals: Know why you're learning French. Figure out how reaching a certain level in French will help you, especially if you plan to take exams like TEF Canada or TCF Canada for immigration or other goals.

Begin with Basics: Start with the ABCs, greetings, everyday phrases, and simple words. Use beginner-friendly resources like apps or online lessons to start.

Focus on Speaking: Practice how French sounds. Speak and listen to native speakers to get a feel for the language's pronunciation.

Take a Course or Use Apps: Consider joining a beginner's French course or try language apps like Duolingo, Babbel, or Rosetta Stone. They offer structured lessons for beginners.

Learn Words and Grammar: Build up your vocabulary. Start with everyday words, verbs, and basic grammar rules. Focus on how to form sentences and use different tenses.

Practice Daily: Set aside some time every day to practice French. Work on listening, speaking, reading, and writing to reinforce what you're learning.

Immerse Yourself: Surround yourself with French as much as possible. Listen to French music, watch movies, or shows with French subtitles, and try using French in your daily life.

Connect with Others Learning French: Join groups or online communities where you can practice speaking with other learners or native French speakers. It's a fun way to improve.

Use Online Tools: Explore online resources like language learning websites, podcasts, YouTube channels, and forums dedicated to learning French. They offer a range of materials suitable for beginners.

Keep Track of Progress: Regularly check how you're doing. Note new words you've learned, grammar you've understood, and regularly assess your skills to know where you need more practice.

Remember, staying consistent and being patient is vital when learning a new language. Starting step by step and regularly practicing will lay a strong foundation for your journey towards preparing for the TEF Canada or TCF Canada exams. There are no shortcuts or tricks to fool the examiner into assessing your skills at a higher level than they actually are.

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