Father’s Day is coming up on Sunday, June 18. If you are looking for gifts you can help your host children make, check out the Au Pair in America pinboard. Father’s Day Ideas
Father’s Day was first celebrated in the United States on June 19, 1910. But it wasn’t until 1972, that it became a nationwide holiday. Father’s Day is celebrated in countries all over the world on different days with a variety of different traditions.
This would be a great opportunity for au pairs to share if the holiday is celebrated in their country and how. If you want to try incorporating something new in your celebrations this year, here are some ways father’s day is celebrated in other countries.
- Brazil – Families enjoy a traditional Brazilian barbecue together.
- France – Children often spend the day outdoors with their father, enjoying activities like fishing and hiking.
- Japan – Children write letters to their father’s expressing their love and gratitude.
- Mexico – Families often attend mass together and enjoy a traditional meal.
Photo: Pai Shih (Flickr)
Most children love to play games – ball games, card games, board games, word games, guessing games. Playing games is important because it helps children learn how to handle disappointment when they lose. It also helps them to learn to take turns and how to follow rules. Play their favorites or teach them a new game from your childhood.