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Unit Study Supplement: Oregon Facts, U.S. 33rd State
How did Oregon get its name? Who lived in Oregon first? These and other questions are answered in our Oregon unit study supplement! While the origin of the word “Oregon” is unknown, its nickname of the Beaver State reflects the valuable fur trade that brought early settlers to the region. In this article you’ll learn […]
Unit Study Supplement: Hawaii, U.S. 50th State
Hawaii is named after Hawai’I Loa, the legendary figure who discovered the islands. The state’s nickname, the Aloha State, reflects the Hawaiian way to say both “hello” and “goodbye.” A popular tourist destination, Hawaii is known for its breathtaking scenery and beaches (some with colored or black sand), surfing and whale watching, and pleasant weather. […]
Unit Study Supplement: US Territories
In addition to the 50 states we are all familiar with, the United States also includes a number of territories and commonwealths. So what’s the difference between the two? A commonwealth is an independent country that is voluntarily part of the U.S., while a territory is an organized division of the U.S. that doesn’t fully […]
Homeschool Field Trip Ideas in the U.S. Territories
The U.S. territories offer plenty of exciting and educational field trip opportunities for families either living in or visiting the territories. If you’re looking for things to do in American Samoa, Guam, or the Northern Mariana Islands on the pacific, or doing research on things to do in Puerto Rico with kids or the U.S. […]
How Time4Learning Has Made Homeschooling Easier for One Grandmother
Mother, grandmother, home daycare provider, program director for an addiction treatment center, Sunday school teacher, youth pastor, and PTO president. These are just some of the titles that Ms. La, as the children who know her affectionately call her, has earned throughout her life. Today, it’s that of a homeschooling grandmother and learning pod creator […]
