When Abroad, Do as the Local Children Do: Ori's Guide for Young Expats - Softcover

Swol-Ulbrich, Hilly Van; Kaltenhauser, Bettina

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9055942626 ISBN 13: 9789055942626

Publisher: Scriptum Publishers, 2002

Synopsis

Children who have moved to a new country come to understand their new environment through the travels of an adventurous migrating bird in this children's guide to thriving as a newcomer to a foreign nation. Focusing on overcoming the strains of living in a foreign country, this story encourages children to explore and actively participate in their new world. Children follow Ori as he leads them through an international move, from packing and saying good-bye to discovering a country's quirks and overcoming homesickness. Supported by a web site designed for children, this inspirational tale includes a special section for parents and teachers with a 10-point action plan and lists of resources.

About this title

Synopsis:

The experience of moving abroad differs between adults and children. For the first time, here is a book that is aimed at children (especially those between the ages of 8 and 12) of expatriate families, to help them to overcome the difficulties and strains of living in a foreign country. The book contains activities and assignments to build the confidence of expatriate children and encourage them to take initiatives in exploring their new environment. Through the character of Ori, the migrating bird, this book empathises with children during the different phases of the transition. Parents can read and participate in the activities along with their children, in order to help their children master and enjoy life abroad. (UK RIGHTS ONLY).

About the Author:

Hilly van Swol-Ulbrich is an intercultural trainer and the founder of CONSULTus Expatriate Briefings & Intercultural Seminars in Germany. Bettina Kaltenhauser has lived in Italy, Switzerland, the United States, and Germany.

About this edition

• Publisher: Scriptum Publishers
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 9055942626
• ISBN 13: 9789055942626
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112