How being bilingual benefits children

FALLBROOK – Bilingualism has long been advantageous to adults who like to travel. An ability to speak a foreign language fluently can ease travelers' concerns when visiting a new country, and it also can help professionals advance their careers and expand their networks. But the benefits of bilingualism aren't exclusive to adults.

According to Waterford.org, a 501(c)(3) organization that seeks to blend aspects of learning science, mentoring relationships and innovative technology to help learners, bilingualism benefits students in myriad ways.

¥ Bilingualism is advantageous to emergent readers...