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WHY EVERY CHILD SHOULD LEARN A SECOND LANGUAGE EARLY

Ziyayeva Hanifa Muxiddinovna , Student of Group 140/23 at Tashkent University of Humanities

Abstract

Learning a second language at an early age provides children with lifelong cognitive, social, and academic benefits. Early bilingualism enhances brain development, improves problem-solving skills, and boosts creativity by strengthening neural connections. It also fosters cultural awareness, empathy, and communication across diverse communities in an increasingly globalized world. Moreover, children who learn a second language early often show improved academic performance, particularly in reading and mathematics, as well as stronger memory and multitasking abilities. Introducing language learning during the formative years ensures that pronunciation, accent, and fluency develop naturally and effortlessly. Therefore, early foreign language education is not only a valuable academic goal but also an essential investment in shaping globally competent, open-minded individuals.

Keywords

early bilingualism, second language learning, child development, cognitive benefits, cultural awareness, education, multilingualism

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WHY EVERY CHILD SHOULD LEARN A SECOND LANGUAGE EARLY. (2025). International Journal of Artificial Intelligence, 5(10), 546-548. https://www.academicpublishers.org/journals/index.php/ijai/article/view/6841