When our family first thought about moving overseas, one thing we didn’t worry too much about was what type of school (and school curriculum) was the right fit for our kids. We were operating under the proviso that the only way my hubby would accept a role at an international school was that the kids would also go to the same school!
Ever wondered what it’s like to parent in another country? Where your kids encounter a different way of life, new friendships with distinct cultural norms and the challenge of starting a new school? While you’ll still face the same everyday parenting challenges you would at home, expat families also have a few extra surprises thrown in!
If you’ve ever thought about becoming an international teacher (or joining your teaching partner abroad), you’ve no doubt thought about the pros and cons. Things like travel perks, access to different cultures, and giving your kids the chance to gain a more global perspective are all big benefits.
The way you truly learn about a place is by walking its streets, tasting its food, and chatting with locals. But if you want to understand a culture, festivals are the place to go.
Doesn’t make sense?
Festivals aren’t meant for tourists, but for the locals. They’re a chance to celebrate what matters most to them, and these events offer a rare chance to go from an observer to part of the flow.
You’re no longer just watching culture happen, you’re inside it.
Malaysia has become an incredibly popular destination for many expats - especially families. Many big corporates with head offices in the UK and the US have established premises here. And to attract top talent, these corporates are offering attractive expat packages.
So it’s no big surprise that Malaysia is seeing significant growth in international schools, which also makes it a big drawcard for educators looking to teach in Malaysia.
Hi, I’m Kelly – founder and editor of International Teaching Families, official “trailing spouse,” and mum of three. I grew up in Australia and caught the travel bug early after moving to the UK in my 20s. That’s where I met my husband (a fellow Aussie and travel enthusiast), before we returned home to get married, buy a house, and have a few kids... But we quickly realised the traditional path wasn’t for us.
If you or a loved one have recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you might be wondering what to do next in this critical health transition.
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We really never know when the time will come for us to become a caregiver for a loved one.
The requirements are taxing and caregivers are often faced with making life sacrifices. Being a caregiver is HARD. Being fully responsible for your loved one is HARD.
Online gaming has significantly evolved over the last decade. The massive growth began around the early 2010s when casual social gaming became popular. Think classic PC games to console online genres like competitive first-person shooters and massively multiplayer games (MMO gaming).
Many young Latinos in the United States encounter persistent systemic obstacles that impede their educational attainment including poverty, language barriers, discrimination, and inequitable resource distribution.
These obstacles lead to lower academic achievements and increased dropout rates.