Not having the right resources
If you’ve ever tried to google a comprehensive language resource for your native tongue, the chances are you’ve probably not been able to find anything. Most resources focus only on body parts, numbers, or letters of the alphabet. We know how disheartening it can be, and that’s why we will continue to expand the @nafolan_ range.
They want their children to adjust to the Western world
Parents who have migrated usually don’t want their children to be “outsiders” in their new “home country”. There is a misconception that speaking in another language will “mess up” the ability to speak fluent English.
They think their children will just pick it up
Oftentimes, we think it is a small leap from understanding a language to being able to speak/have a conversation in that language - it is not. It takes effort, practice and determination
They don't see the need
As unfortunate as it is, many parents in the diaspora feel as though there is no advantage to teaching their little one their native tongue (despite the studies showing contrary). We’ve often heard from parents that speaking English, French, German or whatever the primary language is in their place of residence is preferable. Our languages are just as valuable, and just as significant. Let’s stop downplaying them.
Do you think any of these is a good enough reason not to learn and teach your native language?