Friday (March 8th) is International Women’s Day! This day helps to jumpstart the month of March, which has now been named National Women’s History Month in the United States . International Women’s Day is celebrated in 176 countries and allows women worldwide to connect, celebrate and honor womens past, present, and future. On this day women will “Celebrate, Read More

Getting Outfitted for Snow Tubing Our  snow tubing trip is just over a week away. Now is the time to buy your snow clothes, if you don’t already have some.  If you wait too late in the snow season, it can be hard to find Read More

There are oodles of Main Line events to keep the holiday spirits bright, but there’s something exciting about heading into the city for a bit of grandeur. Check the train schedule and head into town. The weather outside is far from frightful, so catch the closest SEPTA train bound for Center Read More

We got together for light snacks and punch; gifts were exchanged (and then stolen) in a just-for-fun “Secret Santa;”  and  the au pairs shared stories about their experience in the United States – Fun! Read More

First of all, I want to wish all who celebrate this holiday a very happy Hanukkah! Hanukkah started on Saturday evening and will end on Sunday, December 16th. It is a Jewish holiday celebrated for eight days and nights. It starts on the 25th of the Jewish month of Kislev, which coincides with late November-late Read More

Thanksgiving dates back to the first European settlers in North America. After hardship, illness and hard work the Pilgrims celebrated a successful harvest that they shared with their Native American friends. This national holiday is a day to feast and give thanks. Read More

Child Focus Homework – Now that the school year is well under way, your host children may have more homework than before.  Tips to help everyone get homework done can be found here http://aupairinamerica.com/resources/activities/homework_support.asp Driving – Keeping children happy in the car can be challenging. One helpful Read More

HAPPY NEW YEAR! Rosh Hashanah is a Jewish Holiday commonly referred to as the Jewish New Year.  It is observed on the first day of Tishrei, the seventh month of the Hebrew calendar. Rosh Hashanah is the first of the high Holidays specifically set aside to focus Read More

your host children how to safely wait for and board the school bus. Go over safe bicycling procedures if they’ll be riding. And don’t forget children who are in your car. They are at particular risk and need your guidance. Photo: Bill McChesney Riding the Bus Have a safe place to wait for your bus, Read More

It’s officially summer and what a great time to get outside and have some FUN! With the kids out of school and home during most of the day, it is a good idea to plan some activities that will keep them entertained and have a great time doing it! Check out the APiA Summer Read More