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How Community Gardens Can Help Kids Go Global
Community gardens provide important and valuable benefits for children. Working together with others for a greater good fosters a strong sense of responsibility and enlightenment vital to becoming a...
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Teaching Kids Gratitude: A Universal Ethic
In my research to discover whether gratitude is a universal emotion, I came across a keen description of the virtue of gratitude, or grateful living, in which it is characterized as an invaluable...
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The Countdown to Christmas Around the World
This year, for the first time, my little ones and I made our very own Advent calendar! I hope that it becomes a treasured and meaningful tradition in our home for many years to come. I know Advent...
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Promoting a Global Culture of Peace This Season, and Beyond
Today, we made paper doves to celebrate the season. Doves are powerful symbols of peace and love. People are celebrating for many different reasons during the holidays. It is a perfect time to teach...
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Exploring Intercultural Connections in Sacred Places
photo credit: Valerii9116 A major objective of global parenting is to find ways in which we can best prepare our children to meet the challenges and reap the benefits of the increasingly diverse...
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Discovering the History & Culture of the Gullah People
As the mother of two kiddos who seem to have unquenchable desires to experience new and unique learning adventures, I find that “education vacations” suit our needs very well. One of our most recent...
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A Kid’s Guide to Arab American History – Review
As a big proponent of global education and multicultural children’s literature, I was so pleased when I was asked to review the book, A Kid’s Guide to Arab American History (More Than 50 Activities)....
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Sophia’s Jungle Adventure: Book Review & Giveaway
We are a yoga family and we weave the practice into our daily lives to help maintain wellness and proper balance of mind, body and soul. For example, we love to start (and end) our days by reaching...
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We Took the Random Act of Kindness Challenge!
My boys and I took the Random Act of Kindness Challenge, and it feels great! Leanna, author of the delightful blog, All Done Monkey, was inspired to curate a series of monthly posts which feature acts...
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Visiting the Vatican with Kids: The Treasure Hunt Approach
This is my first in a series of posts related to my recent trip to Italy with my little global citizens, ages 7 and 9. Look for related content here and on our Facebook page in the coming weeks....
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Forget the Same Old Boring Summer Camps – This Year, Try Culture Camp!
I have two inquisitive little boys, ages nine and seven, who are already over the novelty of the typical summer camp experience. Like most kids, they are super interested in seeking out new and...
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Guest Post: World Family Yoga
Today we welcome a guest post from mom and author of Kids Yoga Stories, Giselle Shardlow. Her yoga-inspired children’s books get children moving, learning, and having fun. Giselle draws from her...
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Verdi For Kids – His Life and Music: Book Review
I recently published a review of a book entitled, A Kids’ Guide to Arab American History. It’s a wonderful read designed to introduce children to the vast history and rich culture of Arab Americans...
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Luke’s Beach Day: Book Review & Giveaway
I am thrilled to review Luke’s Beach Day written by fellow mother, traveler and yogi, Giselle Shardlow of Kids Yoga Stories. The goal of the Kids Yoga Stories series is to “teach young children to...
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Multicultural Kid Blogs Scavenger Hunt: Today’s Clue!
Welcome Pinterest explorers! Here is today’s clue: “On the hunt for a massive dome and a giant pinecone!” Now, find the post from my blog that refers to this clue, and pin it on your Multicultural Kid...
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Forget the Same Old Boring Summer Camps – This Year, Try Culture Camp!
I have two inquisitive little boys, ages nine and seven, who are already over the novelty of the typical summer camp experience. Like most kids, they are super interested in seeking out new and...
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World Heritage Sites Introduce Kids to the Common Heritage of Humankind
During the first few days of our recent trip to Rome, we toured the ancient city and the Vatican. The boys soaked up every minute and learned so much about art, history, architecture, and Italian...
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“Move Like an Animal” by Birdie’s Playhouse – CD Review & Giveaway!
Enriching a child’s global education with multicultural music is a great way to celebrate diversity and to foster an appreciation for cultural differences. I’m always on the hunt for new and engaging...
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Ways to Get Kids Hooked on Classical Music: Book Review & Resources
If you haven’t already, listen to classical music with your young children. The exploration of various musical genres is part of a well-rounded global education as it provides insight into other...
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How to Turn Your Child into a Kid Environmentalist
Globally-minded kids are environmentally-minded kids. The concepts go hand-in-hand. Our only chance to save Earth is to raise little environmentalists. Research has shown that worldwide, we lose...
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