World Religion Day

Celebrating Unity Among FaithsToday is World Religion Day. The purpose of World Religion Day is to promote the unity and similarity of spiritual faiths. We can teach children religious tolerance without denying them from accepting and practicing the faith of their parents. An easy way to celebrate World Religion Day with children is to use […]

Christmas Eve Traditions

Leaving Santa Cookies On Christmas eve, the night before Christmas, children expect a visit from Santa and stockings are hung by the fireplace to collect gifts from Santa. It is customary to read children some Christmas stories to complete their evening. The classic The Night Before Christmas is by far, the most popular short story […]

Holiday Bonuses for Nannies: Parents Don’t Give Less Than Last Year

Parents: What to Give Your Nanny for the Holidays Yesterday we discussed what gifts nannies and au pairs can give this holiday season. Now for parents, we will discuss what employers should give their in-home childcare providers for holiday gifts and bonuses. The most important word to remember when giving your nanny a gift this […]

Holiday Shaped Sandwiches for Nannies and Au Pairs

It couldn’t be easier to make special meals for children in shapes for the holidays. We rolled out bread with a rolling pin. Then we spread peanut butter and jelly between two slices of bread. Then, we cut out holiday shapes using cookie cutters. To make grilled cheese sandwiches put cheese between two slices of […]