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Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year. Even though a few other countries also celebrate Thanksgiving, it’s still considered a uniquely American holiday, one that the au pairs look forward to experiencing. You can learn more about it here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cI really enjoyed Thanksgiving with my host family. It was as I imagined! So much food to try. Everyone got dressed up and shared what they were thankful for. It was so warm and special. The next day we began to prepare for Christmas. It was magical.\u201d <\/em>Selina from Germany<\/p>\n

Below you will find some tips to help you have a terrific Thanksgiving experience.<\/p>\n

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Host Parents<\/h3>\n

1. \u00a0Please plan to include your au pair in your Thanksgiving celebration, if at all possible. Thanksgiving with an au pair offers an opportunity to consider the relevance of the history and meaning of Thanksgiving as you compare the hospitality offered by the Native Americans to the recently arrived Pilgrims and the hospitality you offer your au pair.<\/p>\n

2. \u00a0If you are traveling or will not be able to invite your au pair to join you for Thanksgiving, give her plenty of notice and help her make alternate plans. You don’t want to leave your au pair alone over the holiday.<\/p>\n

Au Pairs<\/h3>\n

3. \u00a0If you are invited to attend dinner, please let your family know within 5 days of the invitation, whether you are planning to attend. It is considered rude in America to accept the invitation for dinner and then change your mind later in the month. Please be thoughtful.<\/p>\n

4. \u00a0Make sure to discuss time off during this holiday weekend. Many host families work the Friday after Thanksgiving so do not assume you have this day off or the entire weekend. Talk to your host family, BEFORE you make any plans.<\/p>\n

5. \u00a0If your host family is unable to include you in their Thanksgiving plans, please let me know if you have trouble making other plans. You may be able to join a friend and their host family for the holiday dinner.<\/p>\n

Bonus Tip for the Kids<\/h3>\n
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\u00a0If you are looking for a fun recipe to make with your au pair, check out these turkey cupcakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Find more fun activities and recipes on the Au Pair in America Fall Holidays<\/a> pinboard.<\/p>\n

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