Introduction:

People often assume that children learn new languages easily and without effort, regardless of the situation they find themselves in. On the contrary, children soak up language like sponges. Research has shown that children are highly successful learners if they have a lot of exposure to a new language over a long time, such as in the case of child immigrants who are surrounded by the new language all day, every day. In such a scenario, children become much more proficient in the new language over the long term than adults.

When it comes to learning a language, however, it is not a question of either implicit or explicit learning. They can coexist, so it is more often a question of how much of each approach is used. Keep looking for ways to make them as familiar as you can with Sanskrit and they’ll grab it in a blink of an eye! Let’s look at some of the ways to let your 2-year-old learn Sanskrit

1. Create a casual learning environment – The best way for a child to learn to understand a new language is for him/her to hear people speaking it fluently. If he’s exposed to conversations, he’ll begin to pick up the sounds and the natural accent.
2. Teach a word at a time – If you don’t want to do formal lessons, you can introduce bilingual basics by pointing out to your child that objects can have two names – one in each language. This way your child will be able to learn new words in both the languages and it’ll help him/her improve their vocabulary.
3. Have reasonable expectations – Of course, a child won’t learn to speak another language fluently from hearing words, watching videos, or singing songs. But simply being exposed to a language will help her understand phrases when she hears them.
4. Praise your child for their progress – Milestone achievements, such as successfully learning the names of colors or animals, or being able to hold simple conversations, should be rewarded through positive affirmation or small rewards, like candy, toys, or a favorite video. Regular praise will reinforce your child’s desire to learn.
5. Invest in language-learning software – There are many kid-friendly programs available online that will enhance your child’s ability to pick up a second language. Many of these programs are tailor-made to immerse children in a second language through interactive games, videos, and quizzes. This approach is particularly helpful for parents with busy schedules.
6. Incorporate the language into your daily routines and conversations – The more your child is immersed in the language, the more likely they will be to learn it themselves. Make an effort to speak to your child in the second language outside of lessons, and reward your child when they do so as well.
7. Expose your child to books and videos in the new language – Allow your child to choose bilingual stories, television programs, and movies that appeal to them, and if possible, look for translations of your child’s favorite books and movies. Use reading and watching time to continue exposing your child to the new language. Watching cartoons in a second language can help your child learn that language.

So, you can follow the above-given ways or try to create unique ways to teach your kid Sanskrit while having fun. Always remember, they should not feel the burden of it or else they’ll try to get away from learning. 

Stay calm and just go with their learning flow!