by Pong Hau K’i is a simple board game from China. It is also a traditional game in Korea, where it is known as Ou-moul-ko-no. Similar games can be found in Thailand and India. The rules are so simple that children of almost any age can learn to play. While Pong Hau K’i is not […]
The Syrian Crisis: Practical ways to help
by I have sat and watched in horror as pictures that reminded me of my history lessons back in high school were played out in the nightly news for the last 4 years. Syria, a country of 23 million people surrounded by nations in turmoil, was in civil war. Villages, towns, cities left in a […]
Multilingual Printables: Fruits and Vegetables in 7 Languages
by For this month’s multilingual printables we wanted to bring spring to life! So, we’re sharing some printables to get language learners thinking about fresh food and cooking. In this post you’ll find a mixture of items that can be printed and colored. Make a game of filling the picnic basket with the items or […]
25 Resources for Teaching Kids about Diversity
by This post contains affiliate links. If you click through and make a purchase, we receive a small commission. Teaching our kids about diversity is crucial but not always easy. We all want kids who are globally minded and not just tolerant of but accepting of differences–kids who see the colors and textures of the […]
7 Bilingual Kid Movies on Netflix [Holiday Edition]
by As the temperatures dip, kids are out of school, and colds rear their sniffling heads, your TV may be on a little bit more. At least in our house it is! One way I rationalize extra screen time is finding ways to make it educational. We’re big fans of PBS shows that promote literacy, […]