This guidebook by Lisa Espineli Chinn could be useful for international and study abroad students, short and long-term missionaries, and even those who aren't crossing international borders, but are experiencing the culture shock of moving back home after living away. From the book's introduction: "These daily readings, for the first month of your return to your home country, are designed to help you navigate the reentry terrain. This is a booklet of brief thoughts and biblical reflections to h...

The last couple months I’ve chatted with a half a dozen friends who are preparing for their reentry or are just beginning to find themselves navigating the unfamiliar familiar of the USA.  Every time I talk to someone about to make this transition, I’m transported back to my return ten years ago and think about […]

This story utilizes the vivid colors and art to teach children how feelings of sadness and happiness are natural experiences in life. Includes "Note to Parents" section. By: Rob Goldblatt

Just like a space shuttle struggles and strains to re-enter the earth's atmosphere, so those returning from living overseas can find themselves confused and in a state of panic at coming home. While people anticipate that going overseas will require major changes in their lifestyles and thinking, few anticipate the difficulties they will face upon return.Intended to aid the re-entry process, this encouraging, and insightful book deals with these important subjects:adapting to the passport cultu...