by Europe. The European Union. Did you know it’s not the same thing? Learn more through these fun facts about the European Union. Europe refers to the continent that spreads from Iceland to Istanbul. The European Union is a confederation (or a group) of 28 member countries in Europe, started in 1957. It has created a common economic area […]
10 Alternatives to ‘Where are you from?’
by Where are you from? is part of common questions people use when they first meet each other. Yet, many see it as offensive or even simply too difficult to answer. Cross-cultural children, in particular, struggle with that question. Children who have lived or live a globally-mobile life or have parents from different origins/ethnicity will […]
10 Fun Facts about Portugal for Kids
by Want to learn about Portugal? Here are 10 fun facts about Portugal for kids. You will also find a few activity suggestions and further resources at the bottom of this article. Portugal, or the Portuguese Republic, as it is officially known, is the westernmost country of mainland Europe, being bordered by the Atlantic Ocean […]
10 Tips for Your (First) Expat Christmas
by Are you a newly arrived expat? Have you recently settled in a new country or are just about to arrive? Are you dreading Christmas or still wondering what to do for the holidays? An expat Christmas brings a lot of doubts and decisions. I have spent nearly 20 Christmases as an expat. (Wow, where […]
Passport to the Olympics Printable
by Get kids excited about the Summer Games with this free Passport to the Olympics printable! Only a few days left before the Olympics kick off in Rio! Political, economic and social controversies aside, in our family, we think the Olympics are a great opportunity for children to learn about the world. What better opportunity […]