In 2025, the Catholic Holy Year of Jubilee will occur in Rome, a unique event held every 25 years since 1300, allowing spiritual indulgences through pilgrimage and special rituals. Key experiences include the opening of Holy Doors, Papal Mass, and the Via Crucis procession, making this a memorable opportunity for travelers and the faithful.
Tag: Social Studies
Visiting Tikal National Park, Guatemala
Tikal, nestled in Guatemala's rainforests, showcases the ancient Maya civilization's architectural and cultural prowess. The city's monumental structures, hieroglyphic inscriptions, and residential complexes provide insights into Maya society. Tikal's enduring allure and historical significance make it a must-visit, accessible from Guatemala or Belize via air or road, with guided tours highly recommended.
Canoeing Into an Ancient Maya Underworld – Barton Creek Cave, Belize
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.
Escambron Beach, Puerto Rico
While at Puerto Rico's Escambron Beach, we had a remarkable snorkeling experience observing marine life. Back home, we can continue learning through research projects, artwork, eco-friendly crafts, virtual marine excursions, and interdisciplinary activities. By nurturing our curiosity, we can enrich our understanding of marine life and contribute to ocean conservation efforts. Additionally, Puerto Rico offers valuable resources for protecting sea turtles and wildlife.
El Morro & San Cristobal, Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Visiting Puerto Rico's El Morro and San Cristobal forts offers a rich history lesson. From withstanding attacks to cultural significance, these UNESCO sites provide engaging learning opportunities. Integrating social studies, geography, and STEM, the forts can inspire hands-on activities like model building and historical role-play, making history come alive for homeschoolers.
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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