In today's increasingly interconnected world, how do we prepare our children to succeed and to become happy, informed global citizens? A mother of three, Homa Sabet Tavangar has spent her career helping governments develop globally oriented programs and advising businesses on how to thrive abroad. In <b>Growing Up Global</b>, Tavangar shares with all of us her “parenting toolbox” to help give our children a vital global perspective. <br><br>Whether you're mastering a greeting in ten different languages, throwing an internationally themed birthday party, or celebrating a newfound holiday, Growing Up Global provides parents and children with a rich, exciting background for exploring and connecting with far-flung nations they may have only heard about on television. Inside you'll discover<br><br>• fun activities, games, and suggestions for movies, music, books, magazines, service activities, and websites for expanding your family's worldview <br>• simple explanations that will help your children grasp the diversity of world faiths<br>• creative ways to gain geography literacy<br>• handy lists of celebrations and customs that offer a fascinating look at how people from different cultures around the world live everyday life<br><br><b>Growing Up Global</b> is a book that parents, grandparents, and teachers can turn to again and again for inspiration and motivation as they strive to open the minds of children everywhere.