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Aimee Thompson

I am a Chicago mom focused on opening my children's eyes, hearts and minds to the people, places and cultures of the world. You also can follow me on Instagram (@raisingworldcitizens) and Facebook at www.facebook.com/RaisingWorldCitizens, or contact me via email at raisingworldcitizens@gmail.com.

Recent posts

• Why do people say "pardon my French" when they swear in English? »

  Aimee Thompson on Raising World Citizens
  Posted March 4, 2018 at 2:18 pm

• The Portuguese Francesinha: The delicious sibling of the French Croque Monsieur »

  Aimee Thompson on Raising World Citizens
  Posted January 27, 2018 at 2:25 pm

• Our New Year’s resolution to eat around the world - 52 countries in one year »

  Aimee Thompson on Raising World Citizens
  Posted January 7, 2018 at 10:17 am

• Lycee French Market returns to Chicago on Nov. 11 and 12 »

  Aimee Thompson on Raising World Citizens
  Posted November 7, 2017 at 10:59 am

• Chicago families can explore global cultures at first-ever Global Kids WorldFest on October 21 »

  Aimee Thompson on Raising World Citizens
  Posted September 10, 2017 at 1:34 pm

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