Super Bowl Sunday is an American tradition and a super doze of the American culture for any visitor to this country. Every year there is a lot of hype leading up to the game and the day itself brings parties, barbecues, funny TV commercials and the half time show. The game is the most watched Read More
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year begins January 31st. 2014 is the year of the Horse. Check out the APIA Chinese New Year Pinboard on Pinterest for great activities and craft ideas related to the Chinese New Year. Photo: Tony Hisgett (Flickr) Read More
ABC’s of Winter Fun
A is for Art – try drawing, painting or gluing B is for Baking – bake a dessert together for dinner C is for Clay – Use non-hardening clay or play dough to shape and mold D is for Dance – put on a lively tape E is for Exercise – be sure to get Read More
Kwanzaa
December 26 – Kwanzaa –This festive, non-religious African-American celebration was started in 1966. It lasts for seven days. On each day a candle is lit and the day focuses on one of seven principles. Photo: soulchristmas Read More
Lady Bird Johnson’s birthday
Today is Lady Bird Johnson’s birthday Lady Bird Johnson was the wife of Lyndon Johnson who was president of the United States in the 1960s. She worked hard to protect natural habitats and especially wild flowers. She helped to create the Wildflower Center in Texas. Photo: Stuart Seeger Read More
Annual Holiday Party
This weekend we all met for our Annual Au Pair Holiday Party. Every au pair was asked to bring a favorite holiday dish that is served in her country. We all had a great time and got to try many different treats from all around the world. Read More
Wright brother’s first flight
Orville and Wilbur flew their plane for 12 seconds in 1903. Make paper airplanes with the children and see if they can fly that long! From www.kidspot.com: Making paper planes Make a paper plane that can actually fly with these easy instructions. This traditional paper-plane design is a simple paper craft for kids that will Read More
Snowflakes
Snowflakes –winter officially begins on the 21st but in some parts of the United States it has already snowed. Did you know that each snowflake is unique? Make snowflakes with your host children: How to Make Six-Pointed Paper Snowflakes from http://www.snowflakes.info/ Step 1 Start with an 8.5″ x 11″ sheet of paper. Fold one corner Read More
Healthy eating
Is your house filled with treats, and goodies that are tempting you? It is the season, and you are here for a cultural exchange, so try some of the traditional sweets your host family is offering, but it is a good idea to downsize your portions – how much you eat is as important as Read More
NOVA – Registration for Spring
Here is the catalog for the spring courses at Northern VA Community College. This is all campuses – be sure to look for the one that is closest to you. Registration begins December 4th. Reminder: you need 80 hours, which equals to 8 CEUs, or 6 credits throughout the year. http://viewer.zmags.com/publication/dd6380fd?nocache=1385080534724#/dd6380fd/1 Read More