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Intercultural bilingual education

Intercultural bilingual education is a way of teaching that helps kids from different cultures learn together. It means that students are taught in more than one language, usually in the language of the community they live in and in the language of the country they're in. For example, if a student lives in a town where lots of people speak Spanish, they might learn in both Spanish and English.

Intercultural bilingual education also means that students learn about different cultures in the classroom. They might learn about different traditions, foods, and ways of life. This helps students understand and respect each other's cultures.

This kind of education is important because it helps students feel valued and included. It also helps students maintain their home language and culture while learning a new language and culture. This makes them more likely to achieve their goals, both in school and in life.