Switzerland is a small country that gave the world a large gift, the gift of the Red Cross. Thinking about Switzerland there are different images that come to mind: chocolate, mountains, watches, banks. But I think that one of the biggest contributions to the world given by this country is the creation of the Red […]
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When my family is in Idaho, my children attend a local, public, elementary school. When we’re abroad, we have to get more creative. My daughters have studied at a bilingual Montessori school in Mexico, homeschooled in Australia, and used online programs in Brazil. Wherever we are in the world, our favorite assignments often involve an
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Passover (Pesach in Hebrew) is a major Jewish holiday celebrated in the spring. Its history goes back thousands of years; modern Jews tend to combine tradition and innovative symbolism in their celebrations today. It is a holiday celebrated at home rather than in the synagogue, and it emphasizes family and learning. Before I share my
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If I asked you to name five artists, who would you name? Chances are, most people would list five male (and probably white) artists. I’m assuming that many people would find it easy to name five male artists, but may struggle to come up with five women artists. Here are five incredible women artists of color
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Raising global citizens starts in the home and understanding of other cultures and traditions is becoming more important than ever, especially in the light of recent events in Paris, Brussels, Ankara, Istanbul and many other places. The good news is that it is as easy as it is crucial to incorporate a global mindset into
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