Matsuri, Japanese Festival
Japan holds many regional festivals which are called “matsuri.” The original meaning of the word is “respect to God.” Matsuri is […]
Japanese Communication Style, Do Japanese Communicate Differently?
Level: Advanced. Please check Japanese Culture for simpler, basic information. Japanese Communication Style Self-Conception Interdependent (e.g., I belong to… statements)
Korea travel facts for kids
One of Korea’s most famous places is truly magical for the young in years and the young at heart. Everland
Fun Facts about Korean
Korea, once a unified nation, is now divided into two separate countries, the Republic of Korea in the south and
Korean family values
Koreans need to be very careful not to behave in a way that would embarrass their family. Children are expected
Communication in Korea
Koreans once used Chinese characters for writing. However, in the 15th century, they developed a national writing system called Hangui
Children’s games in Korea
Many Korean games are played with sticks and stones. Gonggi is played with small stones about the size of a
Famous Korean stories
Perhaps the most famous Korean story is The Tale of Chunnhyang. It is a popular love story that has been
Korean holidays and celebrations
All Korean holidays are based on the lunar calendar. The two most important are Seolnal and Chuseok. Chuseok, also known
Traditional Korean clothing
Traditionally, the color and type of clothing worn by Koreans depended upon their place in society. The common people generally
Korean food facts
In some ways, Korean food is similar to Japanese and Chinese cuisine. They all eat rice daily. However, there is
Verbal and non-verbal communication in Spanish
Exploring the intricacies of verbal and nonverbal communication in Spanish culture unveils a rich tapestry of social customs, etiquette, and
Travel India
The Taj Mahal of Agra, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, is one of the
India Fun Facts
There are 26 states in India and almost each of them has their own language. Hindi is the national language
Indian Values
Indians generally are God fearing and religious people. They strongly believe in the existence of God and His divine powers. Hindus
Indian Greetings
Namaste is a common form of greeting used by most Indians with both hands joined together as in prayer. Touching
Indian children’s games
One very popular Indian game played by all ages in India especially Indian children is the game of Antakshari. It
Famous stories in India
Ramayana and Mahabharata are the oldest and most well known religious epics of India. Ramayana is the story of Lord
Indian holidays and Celebrations
Diwali is the biggest Hindu celebration in India and marks the beginning of the Indian New Year. It is called
Traditional Indian Clothing
The sari is the most traditional piece of clothing worn in India. It is 9 yards of cloth elegantly draped
Indian Food
India is known as the land of spices! From north to south, east to west, there is a large variety
Arab culture fun facts for kids, henna, handcrafts, home decor
Arabs are known for their art and handicrafts. Hand woven Persian Silk rugs and carpets are world famous. Arabic furniture,
Travel fun facts for kids, Egyptian Pyramids, Burj Al-Arab, Dubai
One of the Seven Wonders of the World, The Egyptian Pyramids, are a must visit. They are the oldest and
Arab culture fun facts, music and dancing, belly dancing
The World famous form of dance, belly dancing, originated in the Arab world. It is mostly performed by Arab women
Arab family values, fun facts
Arab families like in many other cultures live together in one house. They are usually big sized families with many
Verbal and nonverbal communication in Arabic culture, fun facts for children
Arabs usually greet each other verbally with Salaam Alikum. Cheek-to-cheek kissing is a normal gesture of non-verbal greeting amongst friends
Arabic culture fun facts, children’s game, mancala
Mancala is believed to be the oldest board game that is played using colored marbles or beads. It is played
Famous Arabic stories, epics, fun facts for children, Aladdin and the magic lamp
Aladdin and the Magic Lamp is one of the most famous folk tales of the Arab world. It is a
Arabic culture fun facts, festivals holidays, Eid, Ramadan
Eid is the biggest holiday celebration in the Arabic culture. It is the Arabic New Year that is celebrated with
Traditional Arabic clothing fun facts – disdasha, abaya, hijab
Arab men usually wear a white (or brown or grey) one-piece cotton garment called the disdasha or thobe and a
Arabic food fun facts – hummus, baba ganush, shawarma, lebna
Arabic food is one of the most flavorful cuisines of the world. With a heavy Mediterranean influence, olives, dry fruits
Family Travel Adventures in the United States with kids
America is an amazing place to explore with children of all ages. With 50 States covering over 3.7 million miles, there is an adventure for all ages. So, jump in your car and fasten your seat belts!
American Fun Facts – flag, Halloween, melting pot
America uses a lot of food-related phrases when describing itself! It has long been known as a “melting pot” because
American values
Traditional American values come from America’s history. Americans value freedom and independence for their country, families and themselves. Americans also
Verbal Or Nonverbal Communication in America
Around the world, American’s are known as people who say what they think, but Americans do value “small talk” or
American children’s game
Duck, Duck, Goose is a game played by children across America. Children sit in a circle and one player, the
American folk tales
America has many folk tales. One favorite character is Paul Bunyan, a lumberjack who was also a giant and usually
American holidays
Two famous American holidays are the Fourth of July and Thanksgiving. The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day,
Traditional American clothing
Traditional American clothing was different during different times in history and different areas of the country. What someone wore also
American Food
Typical American food is different across the country. New England is known for seafood, particularly lobster, and a creamy soup
Famous places in China, Travel China, Great Wall, Xi’an City
There are a lot of very famous places in China. The Great Wall of China was chosen as one of
Chinese fun facts – gift giving, lucky number 8, unlucky 4
Gift giving can be a very hard activity in China! To begin with, gifts might not be accepted but this
Traditional Chinese values
Traditional Chinese values are often called Confucian values because they came from the philosopher Confucius. These values emphasize being loyal
Chinese communication – greeting, smiling, frowning
There is no such language as “Chinese”, instead there is a family of Chinese languages that include Mandarin and Cantonese.
Chinese children’s game – Red Rover
Forcing the City Gates is game that children play in China that is like Red Rover. A group of children
Traditional Chinese stories and epics
China is a country of many myths and folktales. Probably the best known are the stories of Mulan and Pangu.
Chinese festivals, holidays and celebrations
Festivals have always been important in China, with Chinese New Year probably the most important. This festival begins on the
Traditional Chinese clothes
China is a very big country, so traditional clothing depended on the weather in a particular area as well as
Chinese food facts
Chinese food is very popular all over the world. Most Chinese meals come with rice or noodles as well as
How to say “Happy fathers day” in different languages
“Happy fathers day” to all dads out there. In Swedish: Grattis på farsdagen! In Polish: Wszystkiego najlepszego z okazji dnia