Why is bilingualism important? FluentU explains how being bilingual can positively impact one's life including increase in brain development, critical thinking and problem solving skills, increase in empathy and understanding, and much more. Frontiers Academy states that students who are bilingual are more likely to experience "higher academic achievement." The Center for Advanced Research based out of the University of Minnesota provides details about the numerous benefits and some challenges in language immersion. (Article credit: M. Jean-Claude Diatta)
Why is French important? FluentU gives many reasons why French is important to our global community. Some of the highlights include English and French being rooted in similar vocabulary and the widespread influence of French in the Francophone World (meaning regions where French is spoken.) EscapeHere states that France is the most traveled to country in the world. Just think of all the places you can visit and people you can meet around the world!