Parenting Around the World: “Feed the Baby Hummus”
Check out these cuties! Mario (top) is trying sausage in Germany, Mama Tortuga’s son is trying a cupcake, and Spanish Mama’s son is trying a chicken foot in Peru! I recently was given the book “Feed...
View ArticleLearn about the Dalai Lama
Because we all share this planet earth, we have to learn to live in harmony and peace with each other and with nature. This is not just a dream, but a necessity.– The Dalai Lama With so much violence...
View ArticleSnack on a Mango: “Lollipop-Style”
Mangoes have been growing in India for over 5000 years, and in fact the name in Hindi is aam, which means “common.” The fruit and leaves are used in Hindu rituals, and also play a role in Buddhist...
View ArticleBooks that Feature Asian Elephants
Elephants are the largest land animal and can live up to 60 years. There are 2 basic species of elephants: the African elephant (whose ears are larger, look like the continent of Africa!) and Asian...
View ArticleTry this Gorgeous Asian Elephant Craft
After reading so many books that featured Asian Elephants last week, we decided we needed to do an elephant craft project. First I browsed on-line for elephant images, and found some beautiful...
View ArticleDIY “Glue” Batik T-shirts: A Colorful, Upcycled Craft for Kids
These glue batik t-shirts are inspired by traditional batik. Batik is a textile made by hand where artisans use wax to create a design, and then dye the cloth, which resists the vegetable dyes....
View ArticleCinderella Around the World: Stories from 17 Cultures
This post may contain affiliate links. Thank you for your support! The stories of Cinderella around the world appear in countless cultures. What do you know about Cinderella? Perhaps the blonde-haired,...
View ArticleA Taste of Thailand: Pad See Ew + Learn about Thailand
Our November country for the “Around the World in 12 Dishes” series is Thailand! First we’ll learn about Thailand and then we’ll make my kids favorite Thai dish: pad see ew. Can you find Thailand on a...
View Article10+ Global Soccer Movies for Kids
June 2014 was the FIFA World Cup, held in Brazil. To get ready, we watched these 11 multicultural soccer movies for kids– from literally all corners of the globe! Foreign films for kids about...
View ArticleAround the World with Barefoot Books!
~Liz Hughes This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your support! Barefoot Books is an independent children’s publishing company founded by two moms who were unhappy with the quality of...
View ArticleCreamy Cashew Chicken Curry
Thanks to Silk products for sponsoring this post! With the colder weather, I’ve been cooking up some hearty recipes that can warm us up. This creamy cashew chicken curry is irresistible: busy parents...
View ArticleEarth Day Videos about Animals for Kids from Project Explorer
Are you absolutely fascinated by the animals of our planet and want to learn more about conservation efforts that are taking place around the globe? ProjectExplorer.org has travelled the world to bring...
View ArticleThe Thai sniff kiss, a cultural alternative to public displays of affection
~Orana Velarde Public displays of affection are not commonly seen or even commonly accepted in Thailand, as well as other Asian countries. Other customs have developed as a result. A very noteworthy...
View ArticlePascha: Easter in the Orthodox Church (Book + Crafts!)
Learning how different world religions celebrate their holidays is a great way to encourage cultural awareness in kids. An easy way to introduce kids to festivals and holy days is through books or...
View ArticleKite Flying Around the World: Festivals, Books, Crafts & More
Let’s talk about about kite-flying around the world! First, a look at the history of kites, then 10 of the biggest kite festivals around the world, plus books and crafts for kids! Get outside and fly a...
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