Stacy George

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Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:01:13 -0500

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The Gift That Keeps on Giving

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:00:58 -0500

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The holiday season is already here and for most of us that means scurrying around and buying our little ones gifts. Take note, anytime we have the opportunity to give to a child, there is also an opportunity to teach. This year, opt for something that is a gift that keeps on giving…our award-wining board game can be played throughout the year and takes your kids on a trip of a lifetime. See for yourself. www.aroundtheworldgames.com.

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Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:00:55 -0500

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New Blog Post: Currency, Money, Deniro !!! http://ping.fm/NzrXn

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:42:12 -0500

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Currency, Money, Deniro !!!

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:42:10 -0500

Worldwide money may be on the horizon as a way of simplifying the planet’s 190 currencies — the Esperanto of money.

Can you name the top three currencies used in the world today? The dollar, euro and the yen. Money is as complicated and as simple as you make it. If we teach kids about money and its relation to the world at a young age, the more power to them. Do me a favor and ask your family the question posed here and see if they come up with the world’s top currency - because the dollar, the euro and the yen aren’t going anywhere soon.

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Autumn Traditions Around the Globe

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:19:32 -0400

This was such a popular post last time around that I thought I’d share again. Here are a few fun and interesting (I think) customs that people from across the globe do for the Autumn season.

In Korea, the harvest festival is called Chusok. Families take this time to thank their ancestors for the fruits of their labor. Native Americans say the moon shines the brightest during this time of the year. Thus, they call the month of September the Harvest Moon. In Canada, the Harvest Moon is celebrated on the second Monday in October. It is the Canadian Thanksgiving Day.

In the United States, Thanksgiving is celebrated on the 4th Thursday of November. Families get together for a big feast with turkey and grandma’s apple pie. But in the Far East, Thanksgiving comes a bit earlier. In China and Vietnam, the family feast includes mooncakes and round fruits — symbols of togetherness.

In Israel, the harvest festival is called Succoth. The celebration lasts for seven days. Jewish families build outdoor booths during the Succoth celebration.

In India, the harvest celebration is called Pongal or the Rice Harvest Festival. Families take this time to thank all those who have contributed to a successful harvest — including the gods, the sun and the cattle.

In Ghana and Nigeria, the harvest festival is also named after a food. It is the Yam Festival. The celebration starts in the beginning of August at the end of the rainy season.

In the United States, the Kwanzaa celebration is based on African harvest traditions. Kwanzaa means first fruits in Swahili. The celebration starts on December 26 and lasts for 7 days.

While the harvest is celebrated differently in different parts of the world, there are many common themes. The spirit of thanksgiving, the love of family, the value of hard work and the appreciation of the land and celestial powers are found in all cultures. (www.familycuture.com)

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Fri, 23 Oct 2009 14:19:28 -0400

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Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:57:42 -0400

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Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:14:46 -0400

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Exports of the Domincan Republic

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:14:33 -0400

While adventuring out on the island of the DR, we stopped by a plantation to learn about what is growing in this luscious land. Check out our pics of cacoa (main ingredient of chocolate), coffee, coconut and other mysterious fruits.

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Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:13:54 -0400

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Mon, 10 Aug 2009 15:13:34 -0400

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Dominican Republic: ATW's recent excursion

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:12:52 -0400

Around the World recently set out for another whirlwind to the unknown: The Dominican Republic. This is a country situated on an island along with Haiti. The language spoken is Spanish and we realized very few people spoke enough English to help us out whe in precarious situations. There is alot to learn about the DR and I’ll leave the photos to speak for themselves.

santo domingo is the caotial and the first city of the “Americas” back in the Christopher Columbus days. it is a haze of traffic, development, street markets and island paradises. A mecca for European travelers and artists and surfers alike.

Enjoy.

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Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:12:52 -0400

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Mon, 10 Aug 2009 14:12:51 -0400

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ATW at Barnes and Noble!!!

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:04:44 -0400

Now you can purchase your copy of Around the World at Barnes and Noble!

With the support of our growing customer base we have pushed through the mainstream toys and games - think GI Joe, Bratz and Candy Land. Finally, our kids can really learn about what’s out there and what they will soon be facing more and more of in the world. Around the World makes learning about people, places, languages, customs and cultures fun, exotic and relevant.

What more can you ask for these days?

Check us out here at Barnes and Noble and spread the word. Or got to: http://ping.fm/WFLHA

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Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:04:34 -0400

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Wed, 15 Jul 2009 22:04:26 -0400

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Spotted in Pittsburgh!

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:45:25 -0400

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Wed, 01 Jul 2009 20:45:08 -0400

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