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This month we’re thinking big and looking at the ins and outs of raising happy, healthy global citizens. We also dive into what it means to be a third culture kid and look at ways to turn its challenges into valuable life skills. Wishing all of our readers a wonderful summer!

With a French-speaking mommy and a Thai-speaking nanny, it’s no wonder that Marty is becoming quite the polyglot. But what will his developing language skills mean for his monolingual daddy? Joe reflects on life with a multilingual toddler.

As travel and technology help to reduce the distance between countries, it’s more important than ever that we raise our children to be globally aware. Chinyere explores what that means and how schools play their part.

Life as a third culture kid (TCK) is often filled with adventure and unique experiences, but it can also come with significant challenges. With the help of psychotherapist Alice, Sheena shares some practical tips for ensuring your TCK is well-equipped to thrive.

It’s easy to see our children growing and changing, but it’s often less noticeable that we are too. Cecilia reflects on all the ways she has shed her old identity and been reborn on her parenting journey, while eagerly anticipating the changes still to come.

How do you respond when your child needs something from you, their trusted adult? Anna shares how to respond to three different scenarios while considering your child’s long-term well-being.

Monthly book recommendations for parents and children from Bangkok's Neilson Hays Library.

The taste of mangosteen is often described as sweet and tangy, with floral undertones. Now imagine this taste profile but as a jam. This month Anelia shows us how to cook delicious mangosteen jam.

Jeannie takes a detailed look at what it means to be a third culture kid and shares how she and her husband are raising their son to embrace the diversity all around them.

If you’re drowning in a sea of toys that your children never seem to play with, Natasha has some great ideas to help you organize your play space and make it easier for your children to choose what to play with.