Host an exchange student

I absolutely loved "The Holiday" with Kate Winslet and Cameron Diaz. I loved the idea of going to another country and falling into another person's life, culture, home (and if Jude Law just happened to be in that particular home, well, even better).

But hosting an exchange student is all of that and so much more. Education First-Foundation for Foreign Study writes:  "Few experiences can spark an interest in the world like welcoming an exchange student into your home. By hosting, families can connect to their communities in exciting new ways and create life-changing friendships. They can share the Amerian way of life with enthusiastic visitors, and expose their own children to international cultures. Hosting an exchange student offers a profound experience that does more than change your world view. It changes your life - forever."

By going to Education First's website, you can chose which region you are interested in, learn about the students in need of homes and even learn about their interests and hobbies to find an appropriate match. What an incredible example and lesson you are providing for your child by opening up your home and your family to a complete stranger so that not only can they learn and experience all that "the states" have to offer but that you can learn quite a bit in return.