Hello, moms and dads raising bilingual kids! Do you ever wonder whether your English sounds natural when chatting with your little ones about everyday things? If so, you’re in the right place! Have you read our first post on handy phrases for bilingual homes? If not, or if you’d like a quick refresher, be sure to check it out here.

This time, we’re focusing on one very specific, everyday situation: traffic lights! 🚦

Picture this: you’re crossing the street with your toddler, who’s fascinated by the passing cars and the traffic lights changing colors. They point at the lights with their tiny little finger, and, of course, you naturally want to talk about what’s happening around you. But what exactly should you say in English? Read on for some handy, natural-sounding phrases you can use in this everyday moment with your little one!