Raising Edo-speaking children abroad presents unique challenges as children are immersed in environments dominated by foreign languages and cultures. Preserving the Edo language is essential not only for communication but also for transmitting cultural values, identity, history, and family connections. This article explores strategies that allow children to maintain fluency in Edo while thriving academically and socially in a multicultural context.
The study emphasizes the importance of home-based language routines, storytelling, cultural rituals, and creative play, combined with school support, peer engagement, and participation in diaspora communities. Technology, including digital storytelling, apps, podcasts, and online communities, is highlighted as a modern tool for reinforcing language learning and cultural connection.
Finally, the article provides a comprehensive roadmap for parents, integrating family practices, educational support, community engagement, and digital resources. By following these strategies, children abroad can grow up as confident, fluent Edo speakers with a strong sense of cultural pride and identity, ensuring the continued preservation of their heritage.
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