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Top 5 things to do with kids in Vietnam
Also known as the City of Lanterns, this historical trading post is filled with old buildings, teahouses, restaurants, shops, museums, and … lanterns. There are lanterns to make, lanterns to buy and lanterns to lit. Tomi and Mimi went on a little boat ride and placed a lit candle in the water. It was a lovely sight and all the little lanterns together were making a colorful feast on the river.
New York Historical Society
Can a Historical Society be a fun place to visit? You bet! Tomi and Mimi went to see the DiMenna Children's Museum inside the New York Historical Society (NYHS) in the UWS of New York City. They couldn't get enough of the activities, galleries, Story Time and objects...
Lodhi Park New Delhi
Tomi and Mimi were surprised to see how many wonderful historical buildings were scattered all over Lodhi Park. These are actually archeological sites dating back all the way to the 1400s… Mimi is looking at the birds she hopes to spot. There are over 50 different kinds of species butterflies and birds in the park.
Water Puppet Theaters Vietnam
Water puppetry is a traditional art form that originated in North Vietnam. The villagers would entertain each other, while standing in the water, bringing to life legends and old tales…Although Thang Long Water Puppet Theater in Hanoi is probably the most famous one, you can visit water puppet theaters all over Vietnam. Here are a few options.
Learn about Vietnam
Traveling is an amazing way to learn about new countries, cultures and people. When Tomi and Mimi heard they were going to visit Vietnam, they wanted to know all about this Asian country and they did that in a creative way, read on for tips and resources.
Top 5 best bakeries in New Delhi
when you crave some European baked goods like a palmier, croissant, quiche, eclair, macaron or opera, these are the best places to go. Check out the Top 5 best bakeries in New Delhi for a taste of home.
Thang Long Water Puppet Theater in Hanoi
At first we thought it would be too touristic and we almost didn’t go! Thank goodness we did, because we had such a delightful evening. The live music was such a cultural enrichment and watching the puppets on the water was such a lovely experience.
Visiting the Air Force Museum in New Delhi, India
Tomi and Mimi were looking for things to do in New Delhi, India. Among their favorite things to do is visiting the Air Force Museum. Read on to see how Tomi and Mimi liked it.
Top 3 best Ice Cream in New Delhi
Luckily for you, Tomi and Mimi found some really good ice cream parlors. So when you everfeel like eating ice cream, you can go straight to the best ice cream in New Delhi.
Adventure on an old Dutch Trading Ship
Tomi and Mimi sure love a good adventure. This story is about their adventure on an old Dutch trading ship. Look at the masts! Look at the cannons! Come along and find out what it is all about.
Chinese New Year
Tomi and Mimi made these cute Chinese Lanterns for Chinese New Year. It is very simple and a nice quick craft for at home. You just need some sturdy paper, scissors, glue and some markers or paint to decorate.
Rail Museum New Delhi
Most exciting were the train rides that Tomi and Mimi took on the special mini trains. So cute, ideal for children and very lovely indeed. The National Rail Museum also has an exhibition inside about the history of the railways, different uses, train mechanics and different sorts of engines.
Come celebrate Lohri!
In the evening families or neighbors start a bonfire. Tomi and Mimi have a big bonfire in front of their house. There is music playing and people are going around the fire to throw corn kernels and popcorn in the fire. People are dancing to the rhythmic music of the drummers. They are eating Indian Naan bread baked in a fire oven outside. Everyone is having a great time.
Cows in the street of India
Every day Tomi and Mimi look outside from their balcony to see the tuktuks, the cycle rickshaws, the dogs and the people in their colorful clothes. In the morning a pushcart with vegetables stops in front of the house. As well as a fruit cart.
Today they were looking out over the street of their house and they got a lovely surprise. Who do you think came at the door? Who was walking down the street? It was a cow! Yes indeed, and not just one, all day long cows walked on and off trying to get a bite to eat.
Simple Halloween Costume
Make a quick costume with these simple halloween costume ears Halloween with Tomi and Mimi is always sweet, not because of the treats...But because they choose to be cute sweet animals. Tomi and Mimi are not really into scary halloweens. So when they are asked what...
Zebra Crafting for World Animal Day
Make a nice paper zebra with paper stripes. Today is World Animal Day. A day to celebrate animals, big or small. Maybe you have a pet, then you can give him or her a treat and some extra hugs today. Tomi and Mimi celebrated this special day by crafting one of their...
Visiting the Giant Panda
Tomi and Mimi traveled to Beijing, the capital of China. The best place to see the Giant Pandas there is in the Panda Pavilion in the Beijing Zoo. The Beijing Zoo is very large with lots and lots of interesting and exotic animals, parks, ponds, shops and restaurants. Tomi and Mimi took the East Entrance of the Zoo, so they were right where the Giant Pandas have their home.
Map the World
Use your animal puppets to learn about the world! Tomi and Mimi happen to have a lot of animal puppets. Animals from all over the world; Polar bear, ostrich, zebra, koala, penguins, dogs, cows, even lions, tigers and a hippopotamus. Every morning they learn about the...