Around the World in 80 Days – French Foods

The French are famous for their amazing foods and cooking. Have you ever tried cooking French foods? Is there anything more quintessentially French than French onion soup? Gougeres are amazingly light, fluffy pastry dough cheese puffs! The French have created the most amazing version of a grilled cheese sandwich, the croque Read More

Around the World in 80 Days – Brazil

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

Around the World in 80 Days – Russki Salat

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

Around the world in 80 Days – Bosnia & Herzegovina

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

Around the World in 80 Days Kielbasa Penne Dish – Poland

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

Around the World in 80 Days – Bolivia

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

Swimming Safety Tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics

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

Around the World in 80 Days – Austria

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