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Based on my last blog, I am thrilled to know that some of my followers and subscribers did not initially think of introducing a globe to their children and have since purchased one—that’s wonderful!

Continuing on that theme, I have many ideas of educational and fun ways to introduce your children to the world… from home.  So, in spirit of throwback Thursday, I am going back to two years ago!  My daughters loved to dress up (they still do) and put on a performance at home.

Lakshmi’s Learning- Although people around the world speak so many different languages… music is universal.  Do you find yourself loving a song but you do not even know the meaning of the words?  Or a song with no words that you connect with?  Well- guess what, kids do too!  Kids love music and they can hear sounds/music even before birth.

So, here is another simple and easy way to expose your children to the world and different...

This message is to embrace diversity and culture through global learning experiences. As Shyla said “We are connected around the world!” 

Question- With global travel at a pause now, how can my kids become global citizens?

Lakshmi’s Learning- There many ways to teach diversity to the next generation about the world and it does not solely come from school. It actually starts with us parents! Please note this is one example. Even if it is just a sprinkle of knowledge- it’s a start and can be done at home! Let’s leverage our community and Google to learn!! 

What I did- April was a holy month across some of the world’s major religions. My girls already know a lot about our Hindu faith. I want them to continue to be confident and proud of who the are. To achieve that- it’s important for them understand the bigger picture around them. So I leveraged the opportunity to ensure they understand the holidays that came in...