He lived with his family in the Netherlands, Spain, Curaçao, and the Dominican Republic.
Stefan tells us how he grew up in different cultures, how he developed from a child to a teenager, and what gave him an identity and languages. He has a specific view on learning languages and growing up world wide.
It is a fantastic journey, and Stefan articulates clearly and well what this period has been like and what he has gained from his 10th to his 19th year.
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The podcast by Dutch for Children
A weekly podcast about raising multilingual children and helping expat kids learn and maintain the Dutch language wherever they are in the world.
Does your child answer in English when you speak Dutch? You’re not alone. Many expat parents face the challenge of keeping their mother tongue alive while raising children abroad.
Praat Nederlands met me! dives into the joys, struggles, and surprises of teaching Dutch to international kids.
Hosted by Wendy van Dalen — founder of Dutch for Children, the online Dutch language school for kids — this podcast brings you:
✨ Expert advice on raising multilingual children
✨ Inspiring stories from expat families and Third Culture Kids
✨ Practical tips for keeping the Dutch language and culture alive
Whether you want to strengthen your child’s Dutch, understand the magic of multilingualism, or feel connected to other international parents, this podcast is for you.
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Dutch for Children — Online Dutch lessons for children
Online Dutch for Expats — Learn Dutch as an expat parent