by The magic of sleeping under the stars is universal. The way we spend time outdoors is definitely not. We are from the Pacific Northwest in the USA where nearly everyone has a tent in their closet. Trees are tall, rivers are wild, and campsites are clean and private. There are many types of camping […]
Traveling with Teens: The Why and How
by Teenagers are complicated. However, traveling with teens can be an amazing family experience that brings you closer together. Traveling with teens is also challenging. It’s not like traveling with adult friends and nothing like traveling with younger children. There is no diaper bag anymore; instead, there is a cell phone. We started traveling with […]
Teaching Kids about Religion by Traveling Around the World or Around the Block
by One of the great joys of traveling with kids is observing their reactions to new cultures and ideas. Their small world, the one you created in your own home, expands with every introduction to new people, places, traditions, and religions. In particular, travel brings many opportunities to understand and appreciate the diversity of religious […]
Kids, Culture, and Europe: 5 Tips for Promoting Cross-Cultural Education
by This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, Multicultural Kid Blogs receives a small commission. Europe boasts more cultural education opportunities than you could possibly drag your kids through in 5 years, let alone a summer holiday. There are so many museums, historical landmarks, and cultural performances that it […]
Visiting India the Virtual Way
by I’ve always dreamed of visiting India with my children and would go there if I had the time and money! I’d show them the Taj Mahal and introduce them to delicious new spices. I’d teach them yoga and help them understand Hinduism. We would decorate ourselves with henna, learn to count in new languages, and […]