Archive for June, 2014
Poland’s rich wildlife! Posted by Kasia on Jun 30, 2014
Poland is a country rich with wildlife, where the vast stretches of wild lands, from the mountains to the lakes, and well-preserved forests, are home to a fascinating array of species, both rare and common. From the imposing, mud clad, wódka inspiring Żubr (European Bison), to the long-legged white bocian stalk (white stalk), and the…
Wyliczanki – polish counting rhymes Posted by Kasia on Jun 29, 2014
Counting rhymes are so much fun for kids! Kids absolutely love them! These are usually the first rhymes they remember:) Here are few Polish popular wyliczanki: Raz i dwa, raz i dwa, pewna pani miała psa, trzy i cztery, trzy i cztery, pies ten dziwne miał maniery. Pięć i sześć, pięć i sześć, wcale…
What are the most popular National Parks in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Jun 26, 2014
Poland has 23 national parks, many of which have also been designated UNESCO world biosphere reserve areas, securing their position as some of the world’s most fascinating and unique natural habitats. Since 1933, when the Polish government created the country’s first national park, the Biebrzański Park Narodowy (The Biebrza National Park), a vast area of…
What do you need to do to teach English in Poland? Posted by Kasia on Jun 22, 2014
To find jobs teaching English in Poland requires determination and persistence. It is rich in cultural interest and living there can be an exciting experience. Nevertheless, finding a teaching job could become more than challenging and requires the right qualifications and a good dose of persistence. If you are considering applying for a position in…
Wakacje, wakacje! Summertime in Poland Posted by Kasia on Jun 18, 2014
Yay! Summer is almost here! I bet all the kids are so excited! I have to be honest though….I think I’m the only child that did not like summer time…I grew up on a big fruit farm…and summer time meant work, work, work…and pretty much no rest:) Oh well…at least I could sit under a…
Why learn Polish? Posted by Kasia on Jun 16, 2014
What is the best language to learn? It is not the answer you might think of. Lets say you are a native English speaker, therefore, lets rule out English. If you are not a native speaker of English, of course the answer is English, do not waste your time learning French for example. To learn…
Gardening time! Posted by Kasia on Jun 12, 2014
Summer is here…we waited for this season very long here in New Hampshire! And what is more fun and relaxing if not gardening? How about gardening in Poland? The tradition of gardening (tradycyjne pgrodnictwo) is long and deeply established in Poland. Gardening is seen as a way to rest (odpoczywać), relax in the fresh air…