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

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.

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.