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CareFinder Babysitter of the Month: Brittany
2019-07-17
The babysitters in the CareFinder community have many unique backgrounds, talents and insights into what makes a good sitter. Every month, we highlight someone doing an exceptional job. This month we'd like to introduce you to Brittany!
Brittany is originally from California, where she grew up with nine siblings! Her younger brothers and sisters have given her plenty of babysitting experience. and she is also studying art therapy for children.
Brittany is happy to help your kids learn English, do arts and crafts or cook a delicious, healthy meal. We asked Brittany a few...
In case you haven't heard, summer is matsuri season in Tokyo! From centuries-old Japanese traditions to Brazilian Bossa Nova to Hawaiian Hula, the next month's festivals have something for the whole family. And if you want a break from the matsuri scene, there are river clean-ups, dancing Pikachus and kid-friendly concerts to enjoy, as well. Be sure to check out our other article on summertime in Tokyo for more tips on festivals, fireworks and fun! ...
Umi no Hi: Marine Day in Tokyo
2019-07-10
Marine Day (Umi no Hi) is one of two summer Japanese national holidays. It is meant to be a day spent honoring the sea, which has traditionally played an important role in the culture and economy of Japan. Observed on the third Monday in July, Marine Day also marks a long weekend. That means three full days of opportunities to celebrate (and hopefully relax a little, too!). We've put together a list of Marine Day events and activities in and around Tokyo for your family to check out! BEACHES What better way to celebrate the ocean than a day or two at the beach? As...
As we mentioned in our article " Summertime in Tokyo: What to Do ," the annual Star Festival, or Tanabata, celebrates a celestial love story! Orihime and Hikoboshi, two gods represented by the stars Vega and Altair, are quite literally star-crossed lovers who are only able to meet once a year, on the seventh day of the seventh lunar month ("Tanabata" translates to "evening of the seventh") . Depending on which calendar is being used, this can mean, roughly, 7 July or 7 August. To commemorate the occasion, people across...
Fun Ways to Avoid the Summer Slide
2019-07-03
Studies have proven that children lose some of what they've learned during the school year over the summer months. It's not your imagination- it's true! During summer break, kids in grade school can lose much of the gains they've made over the school year in reading and math. The numbers are worse for older kids, and those losses accumulate every year. This effect is called the "Summer Slide" or "Summer Brain Drain." While your children are enjoying their free time, they're also, unfortunately, setting their education back. Luckily, there are ways to negate the impact of Summer Brain Drain...
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