October is National Learning and Development Month! At the Center for the Advancement of Languages, Education and Communities, we believe language is a lifelong skill that connects people and cultures. As a nonprofit organization, we are dedicated to promoting bilingual education, celebrating diversity, and expanding access to quality learning resources for all.
This week, we are featuring some of our titles and tools that inspire continuous learning and help build strong, multilingual communities.
For Parents
Bilingual Children: Families, Education, and Development
Bilingual Children: Families, Education, and Development, published by renowned psychologist and professor Ellen Bialystok, explores how learning multiple languages shapes children’s cognitive, social, and emotional growth. This book highlights the lifelong benefits of multilingualism for individuals, families, and communities.
Paperback: $19.99
E-book: $9.99
Visit our online store to purchase a copy.
For Educators
Guiding Teachers into Bilingual Education
Guiding Teachers into Bilingual Education : A Bridge Between Theory and Practice, edited by Valérie Fialais and Reseda Streb, is a collaborative work developed by bilingual educators and researchers from around the world. This volume addresses the vital need to connect academic research with real classroom practice, offering practical strategies for implementing dual-language instruction, challenging monolingual ideologies, and empowering both teachers and learners.
Paperback: $24.99
E-book: $9.99
Visit our online store to purchase a copy.
Myths and Facts About Multilingualism
Myths and Facts About Multilingualism, edited by Julie Franck, Federico Faloppa, Theodoros Marinis, draws on groundbreaking research from the EU’s MultiMind project. The aim of this volume is to debunks common misconceptions surrounding multilingualism and illuminates its profound impact on our mind, brain, and society.
Paperback: $24.99
E-book: $9.99
Visit our online store to purchase a copy.
Read in 2 Languages Platform
Read in 2 Languages is CALEC’s innovative online platform designed for schools and communities passionate about literacy, language, and bilingual education. This first-of-its-kind, interactive program offers a curated selection of multilingual books, engaging activities, and expert resources to help young readers build fluency in two languages while fostering a lifelong love of reading and learning.
To support this initiative, please contact us at contact@calec.org. Learn more by visiting our website.
Try for free with the code calec25
For Kids
My Granny Lives in the Tablet
My Granny Lives in the Tablet, a bilingual French–English story by Christine Hélot, shows how members of a modern family grow closer through the creative use of technology. This heartwarming tale celebrates connection, communication, and the power of language across generations.
Paperback: $14.99
E-book: $9.99
Visit our online store to purchase a copy.
Join CALEC at these upcoming events:
New York
November 1st, 2025 - Bilingual Education Fair in NYC.
Villa Albertine, 972 5th Avenue, New York, NY, 10075. (Registration required)
Paris
November 26th - December 1st, 2025 - 41ᵉ Salon du livre et de la presse jeunesse en Seine-Saint-Denis.
Paris Montreuil Expo 128, rue de Paris, Montreuil. (Free ticket required)
To learn about ways in which you can support CALEC, please visit our website. You can also find all of our publications in our catalog.
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