Halloween may be best known for costumes, jack-o’-lanterns, and buckets overflowing with candy, but there’s a whole world of seasonal sweets beyond what you score trick-or-treating! Around the world, families celebrate…
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Cultural Exchange & Language
From Samhain to Trick-or-Treating: Where Halloween Traditions Come From
by Au Pair in America October 30, 2026Halloween is one of America’s most recognizable holidays. Each year, children dress in costumes, carve jack-o’-lanterns, collect candy, and gather for spooky celebrations with friends and family. While these traditions may feel…
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Cultural Exchange & Language
Halloween Around the World: How Different Cultures Celebrate
by Au Pair in America October 29, 2026Halloween is one of the most recognized holidays in the United States. Although it may feel like a distinctly American phenomenon, its roots can be traced back to a blend of ancient…
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Pumpkin Traditions Around the World: Jack-o’-Lanterns Are Just the Start!
by Au Pair in America October 29, 2026In the United States, pumpkins and the fall season go hand in hand. The smell of pumpkin spice, the taste of pumpkin pie, and the sight of porch-side pumpkins and…
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Fall Crafts for Kids Inspired by Cultures Around the World
by Au Pair in America October 16, 2026Fall crafts are a great way to keep children engaged as the weather shifts and families spend more time indoors. They also provide an opportunity to introduce children to autumn traditions, folklore,…
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Cultural Exchange & Language
Fall Foods Around the World: Cozy Recipes to Make with Kids
by Au Pair in America October 15, 2026Food has a way of bringing people together, especially during the fall. As the harvest season arrives and families begin to gather indoors, kitchens often become a place for family bonding.…
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Fall Traditions Around the World: How Families Celebrate the Season
by Au Pair in America October 2, 2026For many families in the U.S., autumn brings to mind apple picking, pumpkin spice, harvest festivals, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. Historically, the season is deeply tied to the fall harvest, which is why harvest…
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School Lunches Around the World: What Kids Eat in Different Countries
by Au Pair in America September 3, 2026Lunch is one of the most anticipated parts of the school day for many children. And depending on the family, the school, and the country they live in, it can…
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What Back-to-School Looks Like Around the World
by Au Pair in America August 11, 2026As fall approaches in the United States, families across the country are preparing for a new school year. Though many American students head back to class in August or September, the back-to-school season looks…
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Soccer Around the World: How Children Play in Different Countries
by Au Pair in America July 17, 2026Soccer is a shared childhood experience for people in every corner of the globe. In fact, it is often recognized as the most popular sport in the world, with an…