Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs An important part of summer fun with children is swimming. But, researchers from Britain and Norway have found that swimming is much more than fun — they found developmental benefits of having children learn to swim when they are babies. Research from the Norwegian University […]
I’m Bored! Take a Hike, Have a Scavenger Hunt
July 9, 2011 1 Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs: “I’m Bored!” by Suzy Barratt and Polly Beard I’m Bored: Over 100 Inspiring & Imaginative Ideas for Hours of Fun With Your Kids is a detailed guide to more than a hundred games, all of which could be played using day-to-day household items. The book is […]
Children’s Books About the 4th of July
July 2, 2011 Leave a Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs The Fourth of July Story by Alice Dalgliesh The thirteen colonies unite in the desire for independence. They select Thomas Jefferson to write the Declaration of Independence. The news carried of independence across the colonial settlements. A great read aloud for younger children. Fireworks, Picnics, and […]
Invisible Nannies Hiding in Plain Sight
June 26, 2011 1 Comment
Book Review of The True Nanny DiariesOver the past two-weeks have been discussing the pros and cons of the California Domestic Workers Bill of Rights (CDWBR). As we discuss nanny rights there is no better time to look inside the lives of many immigrant domestic workers. I highly recommend adding The True Nanny Diaries by […]
If You Loved The Help, You Will Love This Book More!
June 18, 2011 3 Comments
Telling Memories Among Southern Women: Domestic Workers and Their Employers in the Segregated South by Susan Tucker There is much buzz about the fictional novel, The Help by Kathryn Stockett. Every person (not just those who work today as nannies and housekeepers) that I know who have read the book, love it. Plus, we can’t […]
Children’s Books for Flag Day
June 11, 2011 2 Comments
Weekly Trip to the Library This week (June 14) Americans will celebrate Flag Day. Flag Day is a day for all Americans to celebrate and show respect for the flag, its designers, and makers. Here are some children’s books we recommend reading to your charges this week. Betsy Ross by Alexandra Wallner This story will […]
123 to the Zoo by Eric Carle
June 4, 2011 1 Comment
Make Going to the Zoo a Learning Experience for the Kids The summer is approaching (even started for some) and time for nannies and au pairs to prepare fun and safe activities to do with kids. At the same time, we need to keep the kids’ brains form turning into mush in what is often […]
Children’s Books for Memorial Day
May 28, 2011 Leave a Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs Memorial Day Surprise By Theresa Golding, Alexandra Artigas (Illustrator) A mother tells her son that there is a “big surprise” at the Memorial Day Celebration. As the boy watches the parade, he asks if each part of the parade is the “surprise” – from the […]
A Nanny Review of Family Logistics: The Art and Science of Managing a Large Family by Kim Brenneman
May 21, 2011 5 Comments
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies and Au Pairs Any nanny, au pair, or mother of any faith might learn how to organize the running of a busy household from reading Large Family Logistics by Kim Brenneman. But, it is written for Christian, stay-at-home mothers, and in particular, mothers that home school. If you are […]
May Day, Immigrants and Multiculturalism
April 30, 2011 2 Comments
The Rainbow Tulip by Pat Mora May 1st, often called May Day. It’s a celebration of Spring. It’s also a day of political protests. In many countries, it is a national holiday. In 2006, the United States saw widespread political action on May Day, centering on the subject of immigration reform. Various groups and communities, […]
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