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As the sun starts to shine a little longer and the low energy of winter begins to subside, it’s natural to want to get outside and enjoy the season with…

The changing seasons offer one of nature’s most accessible lessons in resilience—a built-in, recurring reminder that transitions are survivable and that something new always follows. For children, learning to find…

Spring break has a way of sneaking up on you. One week, it feels far away; the next, you’re staring down ten days with nowhere to be and children to…

As winter thaws and those first flowers begin to bloom, it’s only natural to want to celebrate the new season. For millennia, cultures across the world have marked the arrival of spring with celebration, honoring the return of…

Au Pair in America® is excited to announce the winners of the 2026 Au Pair of the Year Award! Winners of this annual award are recognized for their exceptional dedication…

As temperatures drop and evenings grow longer, winter offers the perfect opportunity to gather indoors and create new seasonal traditions as a family. Trying new wintertime activities can really warm up the household during the coldest months of the…

Want to add a touch of international magic to your family’s holiday celebrations this year? Language learning is one of the many benefits families can receive when they choose to…

In today’s connected world, teaching kids cultural appreciation continues to be an essential part of parenting. Children are surrounded by global influences — from the foods they eat to the…

Most families take time to reflect on gratitude in November, but the benefits of family gratitude habits go far beyond the holiday season. Building small, everyday moments of thankfulness helps…

Every November, families across the country gather to share food, traditions, and gratitude for Thanksgiving. While American Thanksgiving is unique to the United States, the idea of giving thanks isn’t…