The place to learn more about Au Pair in America in Southern Maryland – Serving St Mary's, Calvert and Charles Counties.
Au Pair in America is the nation's first legal au pair program. Since 1986, we have provided the best child care opportunities to host families across the U.S. and au pairs from around the world.
BRAZIL South America Capital: Brasilia Language(s): Portuguese Predominant Religion(s): Christianity COMMON CHARACTERISTICS: Brazilians are known to be very welcoming and hospitable. Generally, Brazilians like to be close to other people. It is common for them to touch and hug other people when talking to them or being around them. Brazilians Read More
Russki Salat Russian salads contain cooked vegetables and often include cooked meat, poultry, or fish. The salad dressing is simply oil and vinegar. Ingredients 1 cup diced cooked meat (ham, beef, turkey, or your favorite) 2 cups cooked, peeled and diced beets 2 cups cooked, peeled and diced potatoes 1 cup cooked beans (your favorite) Read More
BOSNIA & HERZEGOVINA Central/Southern Europe Capital: Sarajevo Languages: Bosnian, Croatian & Serbian Predominant Religion(s): Islam / Roman Catholic COMMON CHARACTERISTICS: Bosnian people describe themselves as sociable and hospitable, as well as curious and direct. Family, work, sports, music, entertainment, children, local cultural events, good restaurants, and the weather are always good Read More
Camp Au Pair is preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July in a few days! Feeling creative? Check out the Au Pair in America Pinterest board for some great ideas to get you started! Try baking American Flag brownies! Create some painted rocks! Check out this printable US state map! Learn Read More
Kielbasa Penne Dish – Poland Ingredients: 2 pounds of Polska kielbasa 1 white onion 1 tbsp of white sugar 1 1/2 cups of sour cream 1 box of penne pasta 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese Little bit of oil of your liking (olive oil, canola oil) Salt and pepper to taste Read More
Swimming is a fantastic form of exercise and a major component of many spring break trips and summer break fun. But parents should remember that swimming also comes with risk. Follow these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics to protecting children from drowning. POOL SAFETY Never leave children alone in or near the pool Read More
BOLIVIA Western Central South America Capital: Sucre Languages: Spanish Predominant Religion(s): Christianity (Roman Catholic) COMMON CHARACTERISTICS: Bolivian people describe themselves as friendly and hard working. Bolivia people have strong family ties. Traditions and culture are very important values for young people. FUN FACTS: The amazing “Cristo de la Concordia” statue Read More
Did you know that Germany has more bakeries and Germany eat more varieties of bread than most other countries (probably even with France for number of bakeries though)? Many au pairs struggle initially with American bread as it is quite different for them. For example, American breads are sweet in comparison. For more discussion Read More
AUSTRIA Western Europe Capital: Vienna Languages: German Predominant Religion(s): Christianity COMMON CHARACTERISTICS: Austrians are open-minded, independent and polite. They are motivated and hard-working. Austrians are cheerful. FUN FACTS: “The Sound of Music” is a lot more popular around the world than in Austria! Austria only has about 8 million inhabitants – that’s roughly Read More
Melktert – South Africa Melktert(or Milk Tart) is a Afrikaner dessert consisting of a sweet pastry crust containing a custard filling made from milk, flour, sugar and eggs. The ratio of milk to eggs is higher than in a traditional Portuguese custard tart or Chinese egg tart, resulting in a lighter texture and Read More
