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Biracial Bookworms: Raising Readers, Activists, and Leaders

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 29 Nov 2017 17:16:51 +0000

I am happy to introduce my readers to Bethany from Biracial Bookworms! Biracial Bookworms is a web site that helps parents and teachers raise readers, but also raise activists and leaders that will use their education to change the world. Raising the next generation of global citizens means cultivating empathy, gender equality, social justice, and activism...

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Bilingual Children: How to Improve their Language Skills

kidworldcitizen — Fri, 26 May 2017 18:36:01 +0000

~Chontelle Bonfiglio If you are a parent raising a bilingual child, you will most likely come across a few challenges along the way. Learning a language is a skill. And, as with any other skill such as learning to play an instrument or a sport, practice is vital. As a mother who speaks one of...

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Learn Hindi for Kids: Tons of Resources for Families!

kidworldcitizen — Fri, 21 Apr 2017 02:16:09 +0000

~Charu Chhitwal from Ketchup Moms Hindi is my mother tongue yet I am not very proficient at writing it. Sadly, I am not alone. So when mothers like me are faced with assisting our kids with their Hindi homework, what do we do? Well we hunt out the best Hindi Language Resources, so our kids...

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Learn about the Seminole Indians

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 09 Nov 2016 19:10:31 +0000

The Seminole Indians are a Native American tribe from the southeast United States. What is now the Seminole Tribe of Florida can be traced back 10-12,000 years. With a rich history of overcoming adversity, the Seminoles of Florida are known as the “Unconquered People” because they were never defeated by Europeans. While it is important to incorporate...

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World News For Kids: Online Sources and Lessons

kidworldcitizen — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 21:17:34 +0000

Sharing current events with kids is a delicate matter: it is not always appropriate, sometimes the articles are written in language that is incomprehensible for kids, and often it is overridden with violence and negativity. I scoured the internet and talked to teachers to see which online sites had news for kids. I found lots...

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20+ Spanish Games and Apps for Kids

kidworldcitizen — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 18:53:36 +0000

I believe kids should be exposed to world languages from a young age, and that exposure is possible no matter where you live. As the mom to 5 emerging bilingual kids, and as a Spanish teacher, I am always asked for my favorite Spanish apps and games from readers, friends, and students. Will playing Spanish apps...

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Free Online Geography Games

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 07 Jan 2015 18:52:51 +0000

Here’s a current list of online geography games and quizzes for kids in elementary school, middle school, and high school (and adults!). Practice locations, capitals, landmarks, landforms, and more! Online Geography Games Kids Geo Learn the locations and shapes of states and countries around the world, plus games about capitals and latitude/longitude. GeoSpy The GeoSpy Agency...

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The Great Backyard Bird Count!

kidworldcitizen — Fri, 14 Feb 2014 15:38:23 +0000

Today starts “The Great Backyard Bird Count!” The GBBC will take place in mid-February every year. This annual 4-day event engages bird lovers of all ages in counting birds to create a real-time snapshot of where the birds are. It’s free, fun, and easy! Everyone is welcome to participate – from beginning bird watchers to...

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Resources to Learn about Rivers {with a Global Twist!}

kidworldcitizen — Sat, 02 Nov 2013 23:25:53 +0000

Let’s Learn about Rivers! Learning about rivers (among other water sources) is a common elementary school social studies and science topic. Here’s how teachers can take some of the frequent learning objectives when teaching kids about rivers, and add a global twist! Rivers and the Water Cycle Rivers are vital to the water cycle. They collect...

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How to Compost with Your Kids (Lesson Plans, Games, Books, Videos)

kidworldcitizen — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:54:11 +0000

As Earth Day approaches, our attention is focused on tangible ways to help protect our environment. One easy and virtually free way for kids to go green is to start a backyard compost bin. Composting is a natural way for organic (previously living) materials to break down, into a nutrient-rich soil that we can use...

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8 Best Apps for Kids to Learn Geography & Maps

kidworldcitizen — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 16:50:50 +0000

I am frequently asked “What are the best apps for kids to learn geography and practice map-skills?” I put together a list of 8 of my favorites: the first 3 are interactive atlas/map apps that are fun to explore (especially when parents/teachers and their kids explore together!) and the final 5 are engaging geography games...

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Top 10 Resources of Arabic for Kids

kidworldcitizen — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 16:33:28 +0000

~ Christi Madrid In rearing our daughter to be compassionate and globally minded, it was important to my husband and me that she be protected from stereotypes and misunderstood cultures. I noticed rather quickly that one of the cultures often avoided in kids programs was the Arab culture. The more I started talking to other...

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Resources to Learn about Penguins

kidworldcitizen — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:54:15 +0000

Do your kids love to learn about penguins as much as mine do!? Here are all of the resources you need to learn about penguins with your kids: lesson plans, videos, printables, games, books, maps, information, and more. This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for your support! Facts to Learn about Penguins There are 17 different...

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For Fun: Play this Addictive Geography Game! (and Share your Score!)

kidworldcitizen — Sat, 25 Aug 2012 13:26:49 +0000

I was looking for a great geography game (it is no secret that I love maps!!) and I found this nice- FREE- geography game you can play on-line. This very addictive, geography game is simple to play- yet gets more challenging as you move up! Use your mouse to click on the capitals and famous cities...

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On-line Videos, Interactive Games & Activities to Learn about the Olympics

kidworldcitizen — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 11:50:20 +0000

The Olympics are a celebration of global friendship, unity, and peace, and our kids can learn so much about – they offer numerous lessons to our kids. Every couple of years, I look for activities to learn about the Olympics. Here are some of our favorite Olympics activities for kids! The first Olympics were first...

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