Elementary school administrators and teachers will find this article informative. The author cites neuro-cognitive research supporting early language learning. She argues that planning for successful FLES programs involves various elements, including using the goals outlined in the Standards. She proposes a set of explicit characteristics to guide parents, teachers, and other school officials in developing and assessing FLES programs.#JournalArticle #Elementary #1.Communication #Assessment #Substantialmention #TheoriesandMethods #4.Comparisons #Middle/JrHigh #3.Connections #Curriculum #All #FLES/FLEX #2.Cultures #5.Communities #Standards