littleangelbb

Rather than applying short term solution, e.g. by threatening her etc, wouldn't it be better to help her understand the joy of learning?

For example:

1) Set a good example, sit down with her everyday to read a book she likes.
2) In terms of language, one thing my parents did was to send me off to a tuition class where the teacher only speaks English and Malay.
3) You can also let her mingle with friends who speak Malay or English. I was fortunate enough to have Malay neighbours and friends who speak English only.

Whilst not being an expert in bringing up children, I think some children missed out understanding and appreciating at an early stage the joy of learning.

It is the parent's role to instil that value in them. Once they have this, then learning something is just a matter of time.