Spring is almost here, and the end of the school year is within view. Here are some fun ideas for sharing spring with your exchange student and making some special memories, all at the same time!
Visit a botanical garden
Spring is the perfect time to visit a botanical garden and admire the beautiful flowers and trees in bloom. It's a great way to enjoy nature and spend time with your exchange student.
Take a hike
Spring weather is well-suited for outdoor activities, and hiking is a wonderful way to explore the natural beauty of your area. Take your exchange student on a hike and enjoy the fresh air while getting some beneficial exercise.
Visit a farmer's market
Spring is the season for fresh produce, and visiting a local farmer's market will allow you to support local businesses while trying some new foods. You can teach your exchange student about the different fruits and vegetables available and even cook a meal together using the ingredients you find.
Attend a cultural festival
Spring is a season of festivals, and there are often many cultural events happening in different communities. Attend a festival with your exchange student and learn about the traditions and customs of different cultures. Then have an enriching discussion about similar or different traditions in your student’s home culture.
Have a picnic
Pack a picnic basket with some snacks and enjoy a day in the park with your exchange student. You can play games, have a relaxing afternoon, and bond over some delicious food.
Plant a garden
Now is the perfect time to start a garden, and you can teach your exchange student about gardening and how to grow their own food. You can work together to plant some vegetables or flowers and watch them grow over the season.
Visit a museum
Spring weather can be unpredictable, so if it's a rainy day, you can visit a museum and learn about art, history, or science. It's a fun way to spend a day indoors and learn something new.
Try a new sport
Spring sports are an ideal way to enjoy the sunshine and warmer temperatures. Encourage your student to try a new sport, such as tennis, baseball, or soccer. You can teach your exchange student how to play and enjoy some friendly competition together. If playing sports isn’t your thing, considering enjoying a spring sporting event as a spectator.
Have a barbecue
Spring weather is perfect for grilling, and you can host a barbecue for your exchange student and some friends. It's a fantastic way to enjoy some delicious food and socialize outdoors.
Go on a road trip
If you’re looking to make some memories with your exchange student over Spring Break, a road trip might be just the ticket! You can plan the trip together and visit some nearby attractions or scenic locations. It's a good way to bond and create new memories together.
As you continue to make fun and special memories with your exchange student, don’t forget to share them with us! We love to see and hear what you’re doing. Send submissions to stories@icesusa.org.
[1] Some content in this blog post was generated by ChatGPT, an AI language model developed by OpenAI.
