Plan Your Budget For Your Trip To Germany

Plan Your Budget For Your Trip To Germany How To Plan Your Budget When You Visit Germany ChaptersThe Costs Of Accommodation In GermanyThe Price Of German Food And RestaurantsTransport In GermanyAttractions In GermanyIf you plan to visit Germany, you know that you will need to make sure that you have enough money to cover your entire trip. When you are travelling to a new place, this can be challenging because you don’t have any idea about the costs that are you will find at your destination. Leaving you to guess and estimate which may leave you short especially if your money isn’t organised into some kind of Financial Plan. To make sure that you have enough money not only to cover your trip but also to cover the things that you want to do during your trip.The choices are endless for an interesting stay in Germany, However, no matter which town or city in Germany you visit. You will need a good budget to allow you to enjoy your trip and make sure that you have the money to cover the entirety of your trip. Germany offers many attractions:Berlin (the capital city) and i ts museums,Rothenburg and its fairytale architecture,Dresden and its classical architectureBremen as the link between the sea and riverHamburg and its bridgesCologne and its cathedralHannover and its marketsMunich and OktoberfestBear in mind that at some point you will likely visit or stay in one or more German cities or tourist towns. Where the prices for tourists are generally much more than you might be used to and if you are using a currency other than the Euro it may also be confusing to calculate how much you are actually spending.But although the cost of travelling in German is not cheap, it is also not too outrageous either. So there's no need to panic as the cost of travelling in Germany is only slightly above average when compared to tourism in European countries. This article will help you know what to add to your budget and give you an estimation of how many euros you need to travel in Germany.So you will be able to go sightseeing in Germany with peace of mind, leaving y our only focus to taste German food, drink German wine/German beer, and enjoy the attractions of the country without breaking the bank.  Let’s Prepare your wallet for your visit to Germany!German culture and a wonderful selection of historical and modern attractions. Photo Source: UnsplashHere is a list of the average prices for eating German food in regular restaurants:around 10 € per person for lunchonly 23 € for a 3-course dinnerThe world's best-known fast food will cost you € 7.Overall, the alcohols sold during the meal are cheaper: count € 3.50 for a pint of German beer and only € 1.10 for a foreign beer bottled.Strangely the bottles of water you consume at the table are more expensive, about € 90 so you can drink beer cheaper than water.Whether you are in Bavaria, Rhineland or southern Germany, you should be able to fill your belly cheaply while a. Finally, if you visit Munich, the Bavarian capital, at the Oktoberfest beer festival, then you can drink the best b eers in the world at unbeatable prices: € 9.90 per litre of beer!Find and join great German courses London here.Transport In GermanyBy AirFlights into Germany from most established routes in Europe can be as low as €10 with airlines like Ryanair and EasyJet at the forefront of low-cost flights. For less regular routes you can expect to pay around €60 from within Europe. To find cheap flights have a look on Skyscanner for your route; Tip: you will save money if you can be flexible with your dates.Getting to Germany By train or busTrains and buses into Germany are frequent high quality and give you a lot of choice for destinations. If you are able to plan in advance, then you will save money with advance purchase discounts. The price of train tickets depends on where you are going, but you can check the German railway website for prices. You can also buy a rail pass (Eurail) should you want to tour around Germany and Europe. Bus companies offer hugely discounted tickets (even â‚ ¬1 tickets can be found) for even long distances or international services.Prices, of course, may vary depending on your destination: Bonn, Potsdam, Charlottenburg, Saarbrücken or Mannheim will not be available at the same price as Berlin for example. The best way to save money on this mandatory leg of the trip is to compare prices according to your departure or to choose another way: go by ferry, hitchhike or consider driving in Germany.Transport Within GermanyTransport is more expensive in Germany, but the transportation is of superior quality, transport runs on time, and it is clean and comfortable.Here is a list of the average prices for transport in Germany:Bus ticket: 2,7 €,Metro ticket (Berlin): 1.70 - 2.80 €Taxi (kilometer): 2 €,Uber (kilometre): € 1.6,Petrol (liter): 1,4 €,Car rental (24h): 24 €.So remember to make a large transport budget if you want to travel around a lot especially if you plan to do so within the bustling cities of Germany. You could save mo ney by buying travel passes like a day bus pass in Berlin city, rail passes or a ferry pass if you want to take a river cruise.It is true that Germany is overflowing with attractions, events and destinations for you to explore and discover. Photo Source: UnsplashAttractions In GermanyThe main reason for your trip to Germany is to have fun and experience the culture and a new environment. The attractions of Germany or a huge part of your visit to the country and taking part in the attractions and visiting the beautiful places in Germany will help you to enjoy the German culture.There is a lot of things to do in Germany! Between your visit to the Gothic cathedral, contemplation of the Brandenburg Gate, stroll in the Black Forest, a souvenir in front of the remains of the Berlin Wall, discovery of the famous Reichstag Palace or other UNESCO World Heritage monuments. You may find your pockets are getting lighter, but it will be worth it, and if you plan for the costs you will be able to relax and just enjoy Germany.Here is a sample of some costs of museums and places to visit in Germany:Musée de Pergame in Berlin costs €19Museum of German History  in Berlin costs €8Miniature Wonderland in Hamburg costs €15Cologne Cathedral  in Cologne  costs  â‚¬4 (guided tour)Neuschwanstein Castle  in Schwangau  costs  â‚¬13For your holidays in Germany, plan a large enough budget so that you can freely enjoy the rich and diverse German culture. I hope that this gets your German budget in order so that you can discover everything needed to prepare your budget for your visit to Germany.   Discover all that there is to see in Europe's leading economic powerhouse!

Getting Down to Business Useful Italian Phrases and Etiquette Tips for Doing Business

Getting Down to Business Useful Italian Phrases and Etiquette Tips for Doing Business Brooke Neuman Close the deal on your next Italian business trip with this lesson from  Italian teacher Nadia B. on  useful Italian phrases and etiquette tips for doing business Are you planning on doing business in Italy? It’s important that you learn Italianâ€"even just a littleâ€"before your trip, as you want to interact with constituents in a professional and polite manner. In this article, we’ll explore various useful Italian phrases and words you can use to ensure your meetings go off without a hitch. But before we jump into learning Italian, below are some helpful etiquette tips. Italian Business Etiquette Tips When it comes to doing business, Italy and the U.S. are fairly similar; however, there are some cultural differences. Use the tips below to ensure that you’re well prepared for your meeting. Be on time: Contrary to popular belief, Italians take punctuality for business meetings very seriously. Make sure your on time for meetings and leave yourself enough time to get to your destination if you’re not familiar with the area. Gift giving: Only after you’ve established a trusted relationship with your Italian constituents is it appropriate to give a small gift. Proper gifts include liquors, delicacies, or crafts from your native country. Dress Code: Italians are as serious about their fashion as they are their food. Make sure, therefore, that you dress to impress. Men typically wear high-quality, tailored suits, while women opt for a feminine skirt suit or dress. Greetings: Greet the group by saying “Buongiorno” (good morning) or Buonasera? (good afternoon/evening) and shake each individual’s hand. Typically, older people and women will be introduced first. Titles:  When meeting someone for the first time, address the person with his or her appropriate title followed by his or her last name. For example, Dottore and Dottoressa for individuals holding a university degree, Avvocato for a lawyer,  Ingegnere for an engineer, and Architetto for an architect. Useful Italian Phrases for Business Perhaps the most important concept to learn in Italian is the use of the formal ‘you’. While in English, there’s only one way to address a person, in Italian theres a  formal (“Lei”) and an informal (“tu”) option. In most business situations, you’ll want to use “Lei” since it’s more formal and a sign of respect. However, if you find yourself among colleagues of a similar age in a more casual situation, it may be more appropriate to use “tu”. Here are some other useful Italian phrases for initial introductions and greetings, as well as some  helpful  networking phrases. “Buongiorno, come sta/stai?” (Hello, how are you [formal/informal]?) “Piacere.” (Nice to meet you.) “Come si chiama/ti chiami?” (What is your name (formal/informal)?) “Sono ___.” (My name is ___.) “Per quale società lavora/i?” (For what company do you [formal/informal] work?) “M’interesserebbe sapere più del suo/tuo lavoro.” (I would be interested to learn more about your [formal/informal] work.) “Posso avere il suo/tuo recapito?” (Can I have your [formal/informal] contact information?) “Se vuole/vuoi, mi piacerebbe incontrarci per un caffè.” (If you [formal/informal] like, I’d like to meet you for a coffee.) When you’re really getting down to business, you might need the following Italian phrases. “Quanto costerebbe questo progetto?” (How much would this project cost?) “Quanti articoli vorrebbe/vorresti?” (How many items would you [formal/informal] want?) “Quando potrebbe essere realizzato?” (When could it be completed?) “Possiamo usare l’inglese per communicare?” (Can we use English to communicate?) Lastly, here are some useful Italian vocabulary words that might come in handy. la riunione (meeting) l’agenda (agenda) la presentazione (presentation) il verbale (report) la tassa (tax) il salario (salary) gli affari (business [in the general sense]) l’azienda/l’impresa (company) l’impiego/il lavoro (occupation) il negozio (shop/store) il/la cliente (client) il pranzo di lavoro (working lunch) il biglietto da visita (business card) i contatti (contacts) With these useful Italian phrases and etiquette tips above, youll be able to smoothly navigate throughout the world of business in Italy. Post Author:  Nadia B. Nadia B. teaches Italian in New York, NY. She graduated summa cum laude from New York University, with a double degree in Italian Language and Literature and Classical Music Performance.  Learn more about Nadia here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

How To Powerfully Answer the Question What Do You Do - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / How To Powerfully Answer the Question What Do You Do - Introvert Whisperer How To Powerfully Answer the Question: What Do You Do? At this holiday time, parties abound and with them the opportunity to expand your network is huge.  It’s important that you make a lasting impression with the new people you meet and that impression isn’t just about how you look.   A real lasting impression is based on helping the other person anchor their understanding about YOU to something meaningful.   The problem with most new encounters is they are rooted in a poor response to the time-honored question:  What Do You Do?  We are trained to respond with our job title or a close resemblance of a job title mostly because the vast majority of people respond in that way.  It doesn’t mean it’s the best thing to do.   So, what’s the problem with answering with your job title?  Let me list a few reasons: It’s predictable.  Like I said, the vast majority of people respond with a job title.  Predictable is boring which equates to “forgettable”.  Do you want to be forgettable? It’s boring.  This could go with the previous one but I’m trying to make a point. The brain shuts down if nothing interesting is said.  Interesting is something that the other person can relate to and perhaps take advantage of at some point in the future.  It’s the WIIFM effect (What’s In It For Me). Job titles are rarely relatable.  Job titles are usually made up on the spur of the moment and are often so cryptic that only the insiders can understand.  Job titles are babble.   You can make the right impression, be memorable and be a standout in all of those gatherings this year.  All it takes is a great alternative to using a job title.   Let’s look at how you can craft a great response:   What do you accomplish or what results to you obtain? You probably obtain a number of really great results, so what are the ones you want to be known for?  An example would be if you were a project manager, one of the results you obtain is timely completion of X type of projects or it could be the size of the project or being under budget. What kind of impact do you make? Similar to the previous question but another way to look at the work you do.  Does your project save time, money, make money or reduce workload?  This is where you think in terms of the impact your results have on business or people. Who receives the benefit from what you do? This is important because this is where your newly acquired friend can start relating your work to them or people they know.  (Its good to “know people” in this case, YOU)  Does your work impact business owners in the power sector? Or individuals with ambitions? Non-profits? Now that you’ve got these things in mind, it’s time to add a verb that applies to your work and use these elements to create a seriously powerful and memorable introduction.  Keep it to 1 sentence.  It would sound like this: “I manage projects for medium-sized factories that cut down assembly time and save the company 50% of labor cost.” “I show my clients how to lose up to 20% body fat without feeling tortured while they do it.” These aren’t boring or predictable and will help new people remember you.  Also, when you respond to that inevitable question of “What do you do?” this way, it helps keep the conversation going which is the sign of a good conversationalist.   You will need to write down and practice your response so it starts feeling comfortable and second nature to you.  Then, go to those holiday parties and be the rock star. Personal Branding starts with how well you speak about YOU.  I want to help you accelerate your success by connecting you with my new book: Elevator Speeches That Get Results.  In this book, I give you simple to follow instructions for creating a “wardrobe” of ways to talk about you â€" to leave a lasting impression.  Get your copy now. Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential. www.introvertwhisperer.com Personal Branding starts with how well you speak about YOU.   I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my eBook â€" The Definitive Guide to Creating and Using an Elevator Speech.   In this guide, I give you simple to follow instructions for creating a “wardrobe” of ways to talk about you â€" to leave a lasting impression.   Get your copy now: CLICK HERE Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleash your professional potential.

Linear Functions

Linear Functions An algebraic expression with degree 1 is called as a linear expression. The standard form of a line is Ax + By = C.Here A, B and C are constantsx and y are variablesSo Ax+ By = c is a linear equation with two variables.Linear Equations can be represented in many forms. A linear equation may have any number of variables. Suppose it is n then the linear equation is of the form a1x1 + a2x2+a3x3++an xn = CC C is a constant and x1, x2.,xnare variables 1)What is the degree of x + 3y = 12 ? The power of x is 2 and the power of y is 1. Degree = Highest power = 2 Example 1: 2x + 3 = 19 (Linear equation in one variable) 2x +3- 3 = 19 3 (Add -3 on both sides) 2x/2 = 16/2(Divide by 2 on both sides) x = 8 Example 2: 4x + 3y + 7 = 0 (Linear equations in two variables x y) NOTE: Number of solutions of an equation is equal to the degree of the equation. 4) Choose a Linear expression from the following (a) y (b) 6x/2y (c) 2xy + 6 (d) 7x + 9y (e) y Answer: d 5) x + 2 = 12. Solve for x x + 4 = 12 (Square the number) x + 4 4= 124 (Add -4 on both sides) x = 8

A Timeline for Applying to Law School

A Timeline for Applying to Law School LSAT Law School Blog Today’s guest post comes fromAnn Levine, president and chief consultant atLaw School Expert. Ann is the former director of law school admissions at two ABA-approved law schools and the nation’s leading law school admission consultant. Law School Expert provides hourly and beginning-to-end consulting, and Ann has personally guided over 2,000 law school applicants through the law school admission process. Ann is also the author of the bestselling law school admission guidebookThe Law School Admission Game: Play Like an Expert. A Timeline for Applying to Law School Law school applications are released starting in the end of August, but some schools don’t release applications until October 1. When you choose to submit your applications is mostly dependent on when you are taking theLSAT. A good rule of thumb is to try to submit applications before the nextLSATadministration. For example: If you take the JuneLSAT, you want to submit applications in September/October (before the OctoberLSATis given). If you take the OctoberLSAT, you want to submit applications in November/early December (before the DecemberLSATis given). If you take the DecemberLSAT, submit applications by the end of January (before the FebruaryLSATis given). If you take the FebruaryLSAT, you might be in big trouble! Ideally, you are not applying for the current year’s application season, but applying in the fall for the following year’s application season. If you end up doing well on theLSAT, you could potentially find a place at a law school that would love to have you, but it’s not a great strategy for getting into a reach school because the schools have waiting lists to go to at that point, if a spot opens up in the class. After submitting your applications, you should make sure the schools receive everything they need to render a decision. This is called “making sure your file is complete,” and it is your responsibility. After you do this, you should then expect to wait at least 4 weeks, and sometimes more than 4 months, for a response from law schools. Just because the schools say they will mail decisions by April 15 and require deposits by May 15, doesn’t mean you’ll have decisions back from schools. You should expect to find yourself on waiting lists (which can drag the process out into August). hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(215486, '6baac2ae-05a3-4610-9d1f-265c8cbd809f', {});

Reading Programs for Struggling Readers

Reading Programs for Struggling Readers Struggling Readers Can Suffer In all Academic Subjects but Reading Programs Can Help Reading isn't just about opening a book and being able to read the story. It is a complex process that requires students to interpret new concepts, make connections between previously read texts, evaluate their own understanding, make inferences and predictions, anddraw conclusions based on previous knowledge. When a child is struggling with reading skills it affects much more than the ability to read and comprehend a book. Reading permeates every facet of life, impacts allsubject areas, and can have a major effect on a student's academic confidence. Multiple academic disciplines are affected when a student is struggling in reading. Areas of concern may include: Math Students are expected to readand interpret mathematical word problems, follow complex directions, andapply critical thinking skills to mathematical scenarios. Before beginning any mathematical calculationa struggling reader will likely facedifficulty comprehendingthe problem and determining where tobegin. ScienceScience courses, such aschemistry, biology, physics, and earth science, require students to readand understand textbooks, follow laboratory directions, and interpretscientific reports. Struggling readers face additional difficulties withcomplex vocabulary and academic terms that impact overall understanding. History and social studiesSolid reading skills areessential for success in social studies and historycourses. Students must be able to read and understand textbooks, academic articles, biographies, and primary documents. Many of these texts includespecialized vocabulary, require students to identify historicalconnections, and are best understood within the context of previous readingand learning. Foreign languages Learning a foreign languagerequires a student to understand and be able to applyphonological(blendingsounds together and segmenting sounds from words) and orthographic (the sound-symbol connection) processes. Struggling readersmay face difficulties with these basic processes which impact both theirreading ability and the comprehension required to learn a foreignlanguage. Career preparation Your child's success in school will have a direct impact on career preparation and the ability to succeed in future work. A struggling reader is less likely tosuccessfullyaccess professional or technical texts, understand andprocess complex directions,and apply new learning. Poor readingskills can hamper a student and will limit future educational and vocational options. The reading programs for struggling readers at Huntington Learning Centers are designed with the individual child in mind. Our professional tutors begin with an academic evaluation that covers all areas of reading to determine a student's weak skills and areas for potential growth. The results of this evaluation are then used to develop a personalized reading program that builds on a student's strengths to address areas of need. Since no two students are alike, no two reading programs are alike either. You can trust that your child's individual needs are being met and our tutors are committed to your child's unique set of strengths and challenges. Huntington Learning Center tutors are trained to address a variety of reading skills with their students based on readiness and developmental ability. Elementary reading skills range from basic letter and sound recognition to reading comprehension concepts such as drawing conclusions, following directions, and identifying main idea and details. Middle school reading skills includeincreasing a student's reading rate, making inferences, and integrating critical thinking skills. Struggling high school students often receive instruction in applying reading skills to other subject areas, making connections between genres and individual texts, and discovering the plot, theme, and conflict of a narrative piece of work. Regardless of a child's age orability, Huntington Learning Centers can help. Reading Programs for Struggling Readers Struggling Readers Can Suffer In all Academic Subjects but Reading Programs Can Help Reading isn't just about opening a book and being able to read the story. It is a complex process that requires students to interpret new concepts, make connections between previously read texts, evaluate their own understanding, make inferences and predictions, anddraw conclusions based on previous knowledge. When a child is struggling with reading skills it affects much more than the ability to read and comprehend a book. Reading permeates every facet of life, impacts allsubject areas, and can have a major effect on a student's academic confidence. Multiple academic disciplines are affected when a student is struggling in reading. Areas of concern may include: Math Students are expected to readand interpret mathematical word problems, follow complex directions, andapply critical thinking skills to mathematical scenarios. Before beginning any mathematical calculationa struggling reader will likely facedifficulty comprehendingthe problem and determining where tobegin. ScienceScience courses, such aschemistry, biology, physics, and earth science, require students to readand understand textbooks, follow laboratory directions, and interpretscientific reports. Struggling readers face additional difficulties withcomplex vocabulary and academic terms that impact overall understanding. History and social studiesSolid reading skills areessential for success in social studies and historycourses. Students must be able to read and understand textbooks, academic articles, biographies, and primary documents. Many of these texts includespecialized vocabulary, require students to identify historicalconnections, and are best understood within the context of previous readingand learning. Foreign languages Learning a foreign languagerequires a student to understand and be able to applyphonological(blendingsounds together and segmenting sounds from words) and orthographic (the sound-symbol connection) processes. Struggling readersmay face difficulties with these basic processes which impact both theirreading ability and the comprehension required to learn a foreignlanguage. Career preparation Your child's success in school will have a direct impact on career preparation and the ability to succeed in future work. A struggling reader is less likely tosuccessfullyaccess professional or technical texts, understand andprocess complex directions,and apply new learning. Poor readingskills can hamper a student and will limit future educational and vocational options. The reading programs for struggling readers at Huntington Learning Centers are designed with the individual child in mind. Our professional tutors begin with an academic evaluation that covers all areas of reading to determine a student's weak skills and areas for potential growth. The results of this evaluation are then used to develop a personalized reading program that builds on a student's strengths to address areas of need. Since no two students are alike, no two reading programs are alike either. You can trust that your child's individual needs are being met and our tutors are committed to your child's unique set of strengths and challenges. Huntington Learning Center tutors are trained to address a variety of reading skills with their students based on readiness and developmental ability. Elementary reading skills range from basic letter and sound recognition to reading comprehension concepts such as drawing conclusions, following directions, and identifying main idea and details. Middle school reading skills includeincreasing a student's reading rate, making inferences, and integrating critical thinking skills. Struggling high school students often receive instruction in applying reading skills to other subject areas, making connections between genres and individual texts, and discovering the plot, theme, and conflict of a narrative piece of work. Regardless of a child's age orability, Huntington Learning Centers can help.

Celebrate Mathematics With These Three Pi-Tastic Activities!

Celebrate Mathematics With These Three Pi-Tastic Activities! Celebrate Mathematics With These Three Pi-Tastic Activities! 3.14159265358979323846 Considering the fact that we pride ourselves in Mathematics at Kumon, we couldn’t skip over March 14th without celebrating Pi Day. We’d be doing you an injustice. In fact, our love for math is just like piâ€"irrational, constant and infinite in nature. Every year on March 14th, math lovers around the world celebrate Pi Day. Pi is the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constantâ€"the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameterâ€"which is approximately 3.14159. Pi has been calculated to over one trillion digits beyond its decimal point. While only a handful of digits are needed for typical calculations, Pi’s infinite nature makes it a fun challenge to memorize. Pi Day provides the perfect excuse for incorporating math into all aspects of the day and what better way to celebrate than with these “Pi-Themed” Activities! Enjoy Pi-Themed Foods. For your younger children, take them into the kitchen to explore circumference, diameter and fractions by making pizza pie or a dessert pie of any kind. And let’s be honest, this activity is fun for all ages. Your older kids may like making a pie in the shape of Pi or adding the symbol to any circular treat. Play Pi-Themed Games. Pi games are not only fun, but will also improve your child’s understanding of Pi. Conduct a Pi Day scavenger hunt by hiding Pi-themed objects around the house. The objects can even represent the numbers of Pi. For the older kids, have a memorization contest with a prize for the winner. And even the youngest mathematician can participate in the games with the making of a Pi paper chain. Different colored paper strips are paired with numbers (e.g., red with two, blue with four). The strips are then linked in the order of Pi. The chain can be as long or short as you want it. Calculate Pi. Have your child cut out circles of different sizes. They can even trace popular circular household items. Have them measure the diameter and circumference of each circle and see if they can calculate Pi. Celebrate Pi Day today and everyday by checking out the Kumon Math Program. You might also be interested in: Happy Pi Day: Celebrate Mathematics Today and Every Day with Kumon Celebrate “Read Across America Day” with these Fun Activities 7 Ways to Celebrate Pi Day Frightfully Fun Activities for a Brainy Halloween Celebrate Mathematics With These Three Pi-Tastic Activities! Celebrate Mathematics With These Three Pi-Tastic Activities! 3.14159265358979323846 Considering the fact that we pride ourselves in Mathematics at Kumon, we couldn’t skip over March 14th without celebrating Pi Day. We’d be doing you an injustice. In fact, our love for math is just like piâ€"irrational, constant and infinite in nature. Every year on March 14th, math lovers around the world celebrate Pi Day. Pi is the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constantâ€"the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameterâ€"which is approximately 3.14159. Pi has been calculated to over one trillion digits beyond its decimal point. While only a handful of digits are needed for typical calculations, Pi’s infinite nature makes it a fun challenge to memorize. Pi Day provides the perfect excuse for incorporating math into all aspects of the day and what better way to celebrate than with these “Pi-Themed” Activities! Enjoy Pi-Themed Foods. For your younger children, take them into the kitchen to explore circumference, diameter and fractions by making pizza pie or a dessert pie of any kind. And let’s be honest, this activity is fun for all ages. Your older kids may like making a pie in the shape of Pi or adding the symbol to any circular treat. Play Pi-Themed Games. Pi games are not only fun, but will also improve your child’s understanding of Pi. Conduct a Pi Day scavenger hunt by hiding Pi-themed objects around the house. The objects can even represent the numbers of Pi. For the older kids, have a memorization contest with a prize for the winner. And even the youngest mathematician can participate in the games with the making of a Pi paper chain. Different colored paper strips are paired with numbers (e.g., red with two, blue with four). The strips are then linked in the order of Pi. The chain can be as long or short as you want it. Calculate Pi. Have your child cut out circles of different sizes. They can even trace popular circular household items. Have them measure the diameter and circumference of each circle and see if they can calculate Pi. Celebrate Pi Day today and everyday by checking out the Kumon Math Program. You might also be interested in: Happy Pi Day: Celebrate Mathematics Today and Every Day with Kumon Celebrate “Read Across America Day” with these Fun Activities 7 Ways to Celebrate Pi Day Frightfully Fun Activities for a Brainy Halloween

A teaching adventure overseas

A teaching adventure overseas By Steven SandersThere are times when travellers are given the opportunity to prolong their stay in a place, be it through volunteering, studying or working, and some opportunities are too good to pass on.While travelling through Bolivia â€" the South American country that surprised me the most â€" I was three days into exploring the white washed buildings of the county’s second capital, Sucre, when I came across a job advertisement.There was something about this high altitude city that captivated me, and it made sense to enquire about the job in question â€" teaching English to Bolivian teenagers. After struggling through the interview in stuttered Spanish, I was offered a short term contract the next day.I had one week to transform from a backpacker in khakis to a teacher in a shirt and tie, and the spur of the moment experience is something that I will never forget. I stayed in Sucre for an additional four months, and soon realized that the reason these students were struggling to grasp the English language was because they were simply struggling to enjoyit. Steven in BoliviaI showed them a different style of learning: by creating resources â€" and visuals â€" from scratch, creating a one-hour music lesson each day, and implementing lessons which involved taking my students out into the city on daily photo expeditions, scavenger hunts, and even conversation practise at an English speaking restaurant.I implemented a strict “no Spanish” rule, but made sure my lessons had my students laughing and smiling, even while they were racking their brains for the correct English phrase or verb.The last day of the school term â€" and my last day on the job â€" will be a day that will live long in my memory. Communicating in simple English with my students became a reality, and the barrage of gifts and thank you handshakes from parents, made me remember why I had done all this hard work.Teaching abroad is no stroll in the park - but it is days like these which make it all worthwhile.Steven Sanders is a Placement Coordinator at  Teach Away. Sanders taught English in Italy and Bolivia.