Speaking in Tongues

Four kids and their transformative journey to become bilingual.

Speaking in Tongues — Plot

At a time when 31 states have passed “English Only” laws, four pioneering families put their children in public schools where, from the first day of kindergarten, their teachers speak mostly in a foreign language. Speaking in Tongues follows four diverse kids on a journey to become bilingual. This charming story will challenge you to rethink the skills that Americans need to succeed in the 21st century.

• Release date
• April 1, 2009
• Runtime
• 56 min
• Genres
• Documentary
• Director
• Marcia Jarmel