The phenomena of code-switching provides an extensive framework for study in the

field of child language acquisition. On the other hand Child language acquisition (CLA) refers to

how children learn or develop the ability to understand and use language, posits Study Smarter

(2024.). The major goal of this research is to assess the phenomena of code-switching in child

language acquisition, with a special emphasis on its existence, functions, and implications,

specifically focusing on children ages eight to ten whose first language is Creole.

Problem Statement: How do children aged eight to ten, whose first language is Creole, deal with

code-switching in daily communication? This question forms the foundation of our investigation,

directing our examination of language data and interpretation of findings.

Methodology: Our research focuses on children from Creole-speaking families between the ages

of eight and ten. As our representative, we decided to use a student named Nathan; a fifth grade

student from the Mount Salem Primary. As we continued our research we decided to use audio

recordings to collect data, these were made during a variety of activities, such as group

discussions among peers and in different class sessions where he tried to express himself and

share answers to questions asked during such. On the other hand, we made it our priority to

obtain parental agreement, upholding observations, and appropriately transcribing and

interpreting collected data, these were therefore some of the challenges faced during the study.

Analysis: After analyzing we transcribed a 200 word conversation, through this we determined

code-switching as the act of switching between two or more languages or language varieties in a

single discourse.(Study.com)(2024.). Nathan's speech provides compelling examples of this

phenomenon, like in "Yessideh afta skool mi did goh in town goh buy a gift for my mother, caz a

satdeh a har birthday and mi want her to feel special" (Yesterday after school I went in town to
purchase a gift for my mother, because Saturday is her birthday and I want her to feel special),

which is a combination of both Creole and Standard Jamaican English which is known as the

second language Evaluation against background literature demonstrates that code-switching

fulfills pragmatic functions, exhibiting language flexibility and integration of cultures. Our

findings correlate with prior research, validating code-switching as a natural and adaptive

strategy in bilingual language development..Not sure if bilingual is the word

The primary goal of this study is to investigate the multifaceted nature of code-switching

in children who’s First Language is Creole.have creole as their first language, in age range 7–9.

By immersing ourselves in their linguistic environment and relationships, we want to identify the

nuances, defects and advances underpinning their code-switching behavior.

. We hope to shed light on the significance of code-switching in shaping language

proficiency and cultural identity during the formative years of early development by conducting

thorough analysis and comparisons with existing literature. Think the intro waah fix but id what

else to add probably whats in the instructions

Aim