GO Blog | EF United States
The latest on travel, languages and culture by EF Education First
MenuFree Brochure

Second language

6 articles
Language and the brain: How learning a language at any age can support longevity
4 min read 4 min

Did you know that in England, you can receive a signed card from the King when you turn one hundred? While still relatively rare, more and more people...

Dream of speaking multiple languages? 3 polyglots share their secret tips
4 min read 4 min

Speaking multiple languages is a dream for many people. Becoming a polyglot — someone who speaks several languages fluently — is a particularly impres...

What is the best age to learn a language?
7 min read 7 min

Although our understanding of language learning is constantly evolving, persistent myths about children being far superior at picking them up abound, ...

Where to study abroad in Spain
4 min read 4 min

Spain is one of the most sought out destinations for students looking to study abroad. Throughout the entire country, you can find gorgeous landscapes...

Bilingual is Better! (and here’s why)
7 min read 7 min

“The limits of my language mean the limits of my world.”– Ludwig WittgensteinLanguage fuels our brains, frames our thoughts, and makes complex communi...

How to raise bilingual children: 5 methods
4 min read 4 min

The numerous cognitive, academic and social benefits of learning foreign languages have encouraged parents across the world to look for tips on how to...