A good website to explore for ideas for children's literacy activities is www.storiestogrowby.com/.

to see a list of idea books for a wide range of activities and pastimes for children of all ages.

to find out more about The Summer Institute For The Gifted—a three-week residential, co-educational summer program for academically talented students in grades four through eleven. Au Pair in America families are eligible for a 5% discount on this AIFS program.

for Family Adventures, a Trek America travel program for families with children ages 8 and up providing the perfect introduction to the world of the Great Outdoors, with activities such as hiking, biking, swimming and cooking around the campfire. Sign up for one of the specially designed family tours and receive a 10% discount by being an AIFS host family! Just mention AIFS when booking directly with Trek America's U.S. sales office.

for American Youth Abroad (AYA), which makes exciting overseas opportunities available to American high school students. American teens take part in summer or winter programs and spend a semester or academic year abroad. Au Pair in America families are eligible for a 5% discount on this AIFS program.

for ACIS, a leader in educational travel. Since 1978, ACIS has provided educational tours to Europe and the world and has been committed to helping students broaden their horizons by exploring new countries and experiencing different cultures. Au Pair in America families are eligible for a 5% discount on this AIFS program.

for Summer Advantage and study abroad opportunities that are available to students in grade 10 or higher in China, England, France, Italy, Russia and Spain. Au Pair in America families are eligible for a 5% discount on this AIFS program.