The post recounts a family's thrilling adventure at Barton Creek Cave in Belize, highlighting the exploration of ancient Maya history. Guided by an expert, they canoed through impressive caverns adorned with stalactites and stalagmites, learning about the region’s vast and largely unexplored cave systems. The experience included unsettling glimpses of ceremonial rituals, including a child's skull from a sacrifice. This tour, essential for understanding Belize's heritage, exemplifies worldschooling by offering immersive learning that sparks curiosity in children. The author encourages families to embark on this extraordinary journey filled with education and excitement.
Category: Geography
Science and History in Washington, D.C.
Washington D.C. offers rich educational experiences for homeschooling families. Younger kids can explore the National Zoo and hands-on exhibits, while older kids and teens benefit from historic monuments and museums. Booking a U.S. Capitol tour is recommended, and nearby accommodations with family-friendly amenities are available. Extend the learning experience post-vacation with educational activities based on the trip.
Homeschool Adventures in Atlantis
Nassau, Bahamas offers homeschoolers a unique educational paradise. From marine exploration at Atlantis to local history and culture, there's a wealth of learning opportunities. Beyond the resort, encounters with marine life and language immersion provide rich experiences. Project-based learning, including travel journals and culinary adventures, makes for a comprehensive educational adventure.
Expand Your Homeschool Horizons with Free Online Courses
Homeschooling offers the freedom to customize education and explore passions. Supplementing core subjects with free virtual classes from platforms like edX, Coursera, Khan Academy, and Duolingo empowers high school students with college-level material and real-world skills. These resources provide a world-class virtual education, preparing students for higher learning and personal growth.
Exploring Education: A Tour of Philadelphia’s Top Educational Attractions
Philadelphia offers diverse educational experiences for all ages. The city boasts top attractions like The Franklin Institute, Please Touch Museum, and Philadelphia Zoo, providing interactive learning in science, history, and nature. Homeschool subjects covered include science and history, with at-home activities enhancing the educational journey. For older students, Independence National Historical Park, The Academy of Natural Sciences, and MĂĽtter Museum offer deeper insights into American history, evolution, and medical science. The city also has numerous cultural and historical landmarks to explore, enriching the overall educational experience.
Landforms Map Craft
Yesterday we decided to do a little geography and talk about landforms. We ended up making our own landforms map on a large piece of poster paper. I let them take the lead on this, so if you're noticing that the map is a little "off" you are correct. If you have older children you… Continue reading Landforms Map Craft
India Unit Study
This year we did a hands on study of India. This involved reading, art, cooking, geography, and more! One of the first things we did in our India study was read It's Cool to Learn About Countries - India which was a great hands-on book with facts, crafts, and questions! You can buy it used at… Continue reading India Unit Study
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