This makes it an ideal moment to read stories together, create new memories, and even introduce a bit of Estonian.
One great resource is the YouTube channel “LÄLÄ — õppevideod lihtsas eesti keeles.” Featuring short, interactive videos, games, and lessons, the channel specializes in teaching young children the basics of the Estonian language. The videos are entirely in Estonian, but if your child is still learning, you can easily watch along and explain the English equivalents as you go.
Below are some fun Christmas-themed videos to explore with your kids.
(This article was written by Natalie Jenkins as part of the Local Journalism Initiative.)
- TOAD ja MÖÖBEL | MÄNG | ÕPIME EESTI KEELT | Päkapikk, jõulud.
This four-and-a-half minute household vocabulary game follows an elf (päkapikk) as he searches for stockings to fill with gifts. The video ends with a short quiz to help reinforce new words.
- JÕULUD | ÕPIME EESTI KEELT | Suur, väike, keskmine | Väikelastele
This video introduces Christmas-themed vocabulary in just under five minutes. It supports word association by showing each object on screen while the word is pronounced slowly and clearly. A final review section also helps viewers reinforce what they learned.
