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A complete Guide for High School Students to Study in the Netherlands

November 23, 2023

Considering studying abroad? It is a logical step for us to introduce our kids to colleges and universities in The Netherlands. All three of them have dual citizenships. So, does the Netherlands have a vibrant academic environment, picturesque landscapes, and a unique cultural experience for our youngsters? We just visited 5 art colleges in the… Read More A complete Guide for High School Students to Study in the Netherlands

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Parent 21. Summer challenges

September 18, 2018

Our Summer Vacation Today is the first day at school, the end of our summer vacation. Mixed feelings with all of us. You probably know how that feels. The kids didn’t want to eat, because they were too nervous. Understandable… but I wasn’t too happy about it. Please don’t go to school on an empty… Read More Parent 21. Summer challenges

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Education around the world in the 21st century

May 10, 2018

A few weeks ago I was looking at my FaceBook feed and I was noticing several new education systems in the world. Finland has a system where it lets older kids integrate with younger kids, call their teachers by their first name, don’t give the kids homework until a certain grade and go to school… Read More Education around the world in the 21st century

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Why is doing crafts so important for a child?

March 23, 2018

This blog is called “CraftyDutchGirl” for a reason. It’s not only how to be creative with your money, materials, but also how to be crafty with your children. And how important it is to do this with your (grand-)children and have fun! So, why is doing crafts so important for a child? It was time… Read More Why is doing crafts so important for a child?

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Weird differences between Dutch and American Birthday parties.

October 20, 2017

When I was little, our house in the Netherlands was surrounded by a nice big yard by evergreens. The yard had a vegetable garden, a chicken coop and a big lawn, where my brother and I could play. Luckily, my birthday was (and still is ;p) in the summer. Another lucky thing is, that the… Read More Weird differences between Dutch and American Birthday parties.

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Tag: parenting in the 21st century

A complete Guide for High School Students to Study in the Netherlands

Parent 21. Summer challenges

Education around the world in the 21st century

Why is doing crafts so important for a child?

Weird differences between Dutch and American Birthday parties.