Around the World Activities for Kids

Valentine’s Day History, Activities, and Heart Art

Cordelia Newlin — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 17:16:49 +0000

Valentine’s Day is upon us with an epic number of iconic red hearts appearing in every nook and cranny. Of course, flowers and chocolates are also de rigueur during this holiday. Or you can combine the two, chocolates in a heart-shaped box thanks to Richard Cadbury, the British Chocolatier who created the first heart-shaped chocolate box in...

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Why Taking a Gap Year is A Great Idea

Annabelle Humanes — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 14:04:27 +0000

Why taking a gap year is a great idea: I truly believe education comes in many forms, not just structured schooling, which is why I love the concept of a “gap year”. For many young men and women, once high school is in the rear view mirror, or close to it, it’s time to...

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10 Lessons Every Global Kid Should Learn

Annabelle Humanes — Tue, 07 Jul 2020 12:07:40 +0000

Below you will find 10 lessons every global kid should learn. These are easy lessons every one can implement and you don’t need to travel far to do so. Global citizenship can also be learnt at home. Patience It goes without saying patience is not only a skill but a value. There are many times...

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Add Diversity to Your Classroom in 5 Easy Steps

Annabelle Humanes — Wed, 04 Mar 2020 10:59:09 +0000

Why does your classroom need more diversity? Because the world we live in is changing. Do you remember when you were in school learning how to be a teacher? Do you remember taking classes on diversity and talking about how to be inclusive to everyone in your classroom? Much of the talks about diversity use to mostly...

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5 Tips for a Successful Food Adventure With Your Kids

Annabelle Humanes — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 10:44:16 +0000

Food is, of course, a key component of experiencing and learning about any new culture, whether you are traveling around the world or the next town over. The same holds true for kids. Exposing them to the foods of different cultures is a wonderful way to not only expand their palates but also to spark...

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A Mixed Race Family’s Journey to Find Home

Annabelle Humanes — Wed, 19 Feb 2020 17:31:01 +0000

Fariba Soetan, an Iranian-British woman tells the story of her mixed race family’s journey to find home. Feeling unprepared I didn’t set out thinking what being in a mixed family would be like. Like any pregnant woman who finds love, interracial or not, love that spans cultures and countries, I was focused on one thing....

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Free Download: Around the World in 30 Days Activity Calendar

kidworldcitizen — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 14:11:16 +0000

Travel is an important part of the way we choose to raise our children to be global citizens. Nothing can really replace the experience of culture immersion and meeting diverse people. Travel is a special gift that breaks down ignorant stereotypes and opens their minds to learning new things and adventure. Unfortunately, there are some...

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Social Studies YouTube Channels for Kids!

kidworldcitizen — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 18:14:21 +0000

With the infinite knowledge on the internet, you can learn almost anything for free. This really was a lifesaver as my kids struggled through their history courses in Mexico. It was their first time to learn about the guerra de castas, the Mayan chiefdoms, and much more. We turned to YouTube. There are plenty of...

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Service Learning Projects for Classes

kidworldcitizen — Tue, 18 Sep 2018 16:37:08 +0000

Service learning is a powerful experience for students, and an important component of global education. Global education should be opening eyes and minds to justice and empathy. In service learning, students engage in the local or wider community while trying to make the world a better place. I’ve come up with this list of 18 service...

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Parenting Around the World: “Feed the Baby Hummus”

kidworldcitizen — Tue, 22 May 2018 01:59:48 +0000

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 the Baby Hummus” by Lisa Lewis, MD. What a fantastic read for parents!!! While the book mentions first foods...

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Geography Stars Program for Schools

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 11 Apr 2018 14:14:45 +0000

When my kids got to kindergarten, a friend on PTO asked if I wanted to re-start an International Club at our school. I dove in, presenting a Chinese New Year program in kindergarten, and leading an International Week during March. I wanted to expand the lessons on global and cultural awareness (beyond what the teachers...

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Language Latte Episode 5: 6 Tips for Teaching Languages to Kids

kidworldcitizen — Sat, 31 Mar 2018 01:27:47 +0000

We are doing a 2 part series on teaching world languages to our youngest students. Last week we talked to Nathan Lutz for his perspective on early language learners. And this week we hear from Amanda Hsiung Blodgett, who teaches Mandarin. She shares her 6 favorite tips for teachers working with young students. Treat yourself to...

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Language Latte Episode 4: What is Special about Early Language Learners?

kidworldcitizen — Mon, 19 Mar 2018 01:11:24 +0000

We are doing a 2 part series on teaching world languages to our youngest students. This week we are excited to talk to Nathan Lutz for his perspective on early language learners. And then our next show will be with Amanda Hsiung Blodgett, who teaches Mandarin, and will share her 6 favorite tips for teachers...

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Videos about Empathy for Kids

kidworldcitizen — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 12:37:02 +0000

If we are raising children to be global citizens, to be changemakers in the world, and to be leaders in kindness, one of the most important skills we need to help them develop is empathy. I’m sharing today 18 videos about empathy to introduce kids to understanding the feelings of others. First, what is empathy?...

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Globe Trottin’ Kids: A Global Learning Resource

kidworldcitizen — Fri, 20 Oct 2017 12:02:24 +0000

~Julie Yeros ¡Hola! Ni Hao! Hello! I’m Julie Yeros, an elementary educator and the creator of Globe Trottin’ Kids – a global learning resource for students, parents, and educators. Through my own travel experiences and a multicultural family scattered across three continents, I understand the importance of children learning how we are connected globally and...

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