Transnational family: These families live in more than one country. They may spend part
of each year in their country of origin returning to the U.S. on a regular basis. The child
may spend time being cared for by different family members in each country.
• Culture clash may be a very difficult issue for these families as they work to have
their children be “at home” in both places. Be sure to find out the words the child
uses for their various family members in both countries and what (if any) kinds of
group care the child experiences.