For years, we’ve taken at least one homeschool field trip each month of the school year. They have created some of our best memories and always almost supply us with wonderful learning opportunities.
It may sound overwhelming to plan monthly field trips, but it’s really not that hard at all when you’re organized – and I’ll help you get organized!
Why Do We Take So Many Homeschool Field Trips?
Over the past eighteen years of homeschooling, I bet our family has taken over 100 field trips. That’s a lot of experiential learning!
Field trips are the perfect example of hands-on, real-life learning. I love that so many of them are taught by professionals who know much more than me about whatever topic is at hand. Every bit of time, effort, and money spent has been worth it for such powerful learning outside of the textbook.
History, science, and artist study come alive as you tour museums and take part in special classes. Interpretive nature walks lead you to observe things you’ve never noticed before. The arts are truly appreciated as you enjoy various musical and theatrical performances. Even something as simple as a cemetery scavenger hunt can creatively teach local culture and history.
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