Reading Time: 5 minutesMoving to the Netherlands comes with many cultural surprises, but few are as uniquely Dutch as the birthday party. For expat families, Dutch birthday celebrations can feel charming, confusing, loud, and incredibly organized all at once. From the famous “circle party” to congratulating everyone in the room, Dutch birthdays follow traditions that may be completely […]
- by Teacher Dave
How Bilingual Kids Switch Between Languages (and Why It’s Normal)
Reading Time: 5 minutesRaising bilingual children is becoming more common in families around the world. Whether kids grow up hearing two languages at home or learn one language in school and another from family members, bilingual development often comes with an interesting behavior: switching between languages mid-sentence. For many parents, this can seem confusing at first. One moment […]
- by Teacher Dave
Top Dutch Songs Every Expat Child Will Hear at School
Reading Time: 5 minutesMoving to the Netherlands as an expat family comes with many surprises, especially for children starting at a Dutch school. One of the most memorable parts of Dutch primary school culture is music. From cheerful singalongs during class to festive songs for holidays and birthdays, Dutch children grow up with a soundtrack that becomes deeply […]