Tag: Field Trips

There are so many educational places to visit in South Carolina that families may be overwhelmed with all their options.  Thanks to its early settlement, homeschoolers will find it easy to tie their history curriculum to numerous places where significant events in America’s story played out. The Palmetto State is also full of natural and […]

To help you locate fun things to do in New Jersey with your homeschooler, we’ve organized your field trip ideas by geographical area. Plan out each of your learning adventures on this printable map of New Jersey from Time4Learning. Plus, as a bonus, we’ve even included a free download of Time4Learning lesson tie-ins that might […]

Beautiful scenery and natural wonders make Arizona an exemplary place for field trips. When you need a break from your homeschool routine, then it’s time to spice things up with some fun day trips in Arizona. To make the most of any homeschool outing, spend some time ahead of your excursion to research directions, admission […]

What’s the point of living in or visiting the “Show Me” State if you aren’t going to get out and explore it? Missouri is not only where the Pony Express got its famous start but where America’s favorite author, Mark Twain, got his as well. Over 1,000 battles of the Civil War took place in […]

Its detailed history and beautiful scenery makes Massachusetts an exemplary place for field trips. When you need a break from your homeschool routine, then it’s time to spice things up with some fun day trips in Massachusetts. To make the most of any homeschool outing, spend some time ahead of your excursion to research directions, […]

Nothing breaks up the homeschool week like a field trip! In fact, some homeschool families purposely schedule four-day homeschool weeks so that they can use that additional day for extracurricular activities, homeschool cooperatives, or day trips to visit educational sites. To help you locate fun things to do in Ohio, we’ve organized some field trip […]

The location, climate, and melting pot of cultures make Louisiana an exemplary place for field trips. When you need a break from your homeschool routine, then it’s time to spice things up with some fun day trips in Louisiana. To make the most of any homeschool outing, spend some time ahead of your excursion to […]

Pennsylvania, also called the “Keystone State” because of its central position within the colonies, has always held a key place in the political, social, and economic development of the United States. It’s no wonder, then, that the state is full of sites and destinations that offer learning opportunities for students of all ages. Whether you […]

There are so many fun things to do in Michigan, particularly when you are fortunate enough to be a homeschooling family with the flexibility to learn on the go! Whether you have homeschoolers who are interested in how cars are built, what you might find in a shipwreck, or how ancient Native Americans communicated, there […]

Although it’s known as the “birthplace of music,” Mississippi homeschoolers will find even more than musical adventures as they crisscross the state. Whether you are a resident looking for a way to add some adventure into your homeschool routine or are car-schooling as you visit the area, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do […]

Indiana has a lot to offer homeschool families. No matter where you live (or are visiting) in the state, you are likely less than half a tank of gas away from a key historical, cultural, or natural site full of learning opportunities. Currently studying tribal history? True to the state’s name, there are plenty of […]

When your homeschool routine has taken a turn toward the mundane, there is an easy and fun way to spice things up. It’s time to head outside those four walls and experience all that Tennessee has to teach you! Your opportunities for exploration can begin right in your hometown. Check with your local postmaster to […]

It has been said that Colorado is the playground of the U.S. With its majestic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and mountains to climb up (or ski down!), there are certainly enough outdoor family activities in Colorado to satisfy your playful side. And even if you somehow tired of exploring all the natural outdoor destinations, Colorado’s urban […]

The geography, climate, culture and history of Virginia seem to be tailor-made for field trips. Whether you have a specific destination that will complement something you are learning about or just need a break from your regular homeschool routine, there are plenty of family activities in Virginia that combine learning and recreation. Even if you […]

It doesn’t have to be a rainy day. In fact, it doesn’t even have to be a cloudy day. As a homeschool family, you can pick any day at all to move your learning beyond the confines of your home and head out on an educational adventure. Ask any homeschool parent or student, and they […]