Whether you’re a homeschooling parent or a teacher trying to come up with field trip ideas for the students in and around the Kissimmee area, you’re in luck! There are lots of fun and educational places worth visiting that will help the children learn new things while having a good time and making memories. If…
When shopping for families that travel a lot (or in our case all the time) knowing what to get them can be hard. But if they have kids trust me when I say getting them travel-friendly toys for the car trips, or plane trips will always be appreciated! This is my list of the best…
I’m going to say it, being stuck inside sucks. With kids home from school we want to keep them busy and keep them learning! Well, I put this list of over 150 live zoo cameras together. They cover all sorts of animals from ants to elephants. 150+ Live Zoo Cameras + Zoo Movies and TV…
We are into our 50 States Unit Study and I’m having as much as the kids are with this! We are working on our Georgia Crafts as we do our reading and movie watching and we have some fun ones this time! 16 Fun Georgia Crafts for Kids and Adults This is the fun…
Going on field trips is the highlight of any family’s life, especially if you homeschool your kids. There aren’t a lot of crowds, during the school year, and it’s just plain fun for the whole family. You can consider the day family time, but also know that they’re learning at the same time. Here are…
As we continue our Florida Unit Study we are adding in Florida crafts to get some hands-on fun. I like to reach a book related to what craft we are doing to make it more relatable to Florida. 18 Fun Florida Crafts for Kids and Adults Florida is home to many famous attractions like all…
We are continuing out Florida Unit Study by adding in Florida Movies. These are movies about Florida, Set in Florida or Filmed in Florida. The Best Florida Movies You Need to Know About I grew up in Southwest Florida so I was excited about teaching my kids everything I learned about growing up. I am…
When we dive into a state unit study I always have so much fun putting together the books for not just my kids but for me too. This list of Florida books was especially fun because I was born and raised in southwest Florida. So being to learn more about things I had seen experience…
The state of Tennessee has a lot of history along with its fair share of famous people, resources and great places to visit. The weather is also fairly decent year-round, with a long growing season. The Smoky Mountains are not only beautiful for vacationers but offers many activities that you can enjoy. Here’s more Tennessee…
I also love to keep my kids learning when on vacation and with Tennessee being one of our favorite states to visit we have a lot of great Tennessee Field Trips to share on our list. Over 45 Amazing Tennessee Field Trips Make sure to check out the rest of our Tennessee Unit Study perfect for…
When we are doing our Tennessee Unit Study I like to mix in fun crafts for the kids. It gets them hands-on. This is a great time to read a read out loud book to them about the state. These are my top Tennessee Crafts for our unit study! 15 Fun Tennessee Crafts for Kids…
We have started our Tennessee Unit Study and I am now in full planning mode. Next on the list is Tennessee Movies. Most of these are based in Tennessee or Filmed in Tennessee so that we can get a feel for the area. 36 Tennessee Movies You Need to Watch I pair this Tennessee Movie…
Wanderlust for traveling often begins when we are young and are reading about far off places. We start to crave adventure and seeing a world that is different from our own. This is where our list of Must Read Travel books comes into play. You will love these page flippers, just like we did. Must…
Learning the Civil War facts is super important when studying the history of the United States. We are lucky enough that there are so many awesome options when it comes to studying this sad part of history. Roadschooling gives us the advantage to be able to learn about this time in history than see it…
This freebie I found was a diamond in the rough! Yes, the Pinellas County Heritage Village Largo Florida is free to visit and make the top of my list for free things to do in Tampa! This village has historical buildings from all over Pinellas County. This is one of our favorite free things to…
Growing up in Florida, Alabama was a state I visited often so it was one of the first we roadschooled in with the kids. Visiting any state can be turned into a lesson so we made the most out of every state with this Alabama Unit Study. Alabama Unit Study – Printables, Activities, and Virtual Field…
When learning about an area I love getting my kids hands on. For us, that means crafts and activities. So since we are doing this Alabama State Unit Study I figure we need some Alabama crafts for kids as well. 15 Easy and Fun Alabama Crafts for Kids This help gets kids excited and while…
When we are learning about a state I like to make it fun. We do activities and I do several movies days. On travel days I also like to plug in a movie related to the state we are visiting. This is where my state movies list comes in and today I am focusing on Alabama…
When we are learning about any subject I love finding as many books as we can on the subject. This was no different want when we started to learn about Alabama. I hunted down all the best books about Alabama I could find. The Best Books About Alabama for Kids and Adults The Alabama books…
One thing we are trying to do as we make our bucket lists is marking field trip ideas for each state. We want to keep things fun but also make sure we are visiting educational attractions as well. We can do many small units leading up to some of these to add to our curriculum…
I promised to share our experience workamping with Amazon Camperforce. So we worked the 2015 Amazon Camperforce program in Murfreesboro, TN. This is a workcamping job and you can read more about what workcamping is. Update: We have since worked with other Amazon Programs the info is below! The Amazon Camperforce Workamping Application Process We…
We were looking for things to do that were more homeschool related. I located Cannonsburgh Village in Murfreesboro and the best part? It was FREE! I was sold we headed in with very little knowledge of what this place was about and boy did we learn a lot! This village features buildings from 1800 – 1925…
The National Park Service Junior Ranger Program is available at the majority of all national parks and some state parks. The motto, “Explore, Learn, and Protect!” is the oath that each child learns stating that they will protect the parks, learn from about them, and share their story of being a Junior Ranger with their…
I know this post is a bit late (ok super late I’m SO SORRY!) but I wanted to share our experience with Amazon Camperforce in Haslet Texas for the 2016 Camperforce season. We get asked about it all the time, and now we have the opportunity to compare and contrast two different locations and seasons. Our 2016 Amazon Camperforce…
Are you a huge fan of zoos? There are some awesome zoos in the USA, but what are the top zoos? If you’re going to head to the zoo, it might as well be the best one in the USA. Check out the best zoos in the US. Best Zoos in the US – You Won’t…
Disney’s Epcot is one of the 4 Disney parks located just outside Orlando, Florida in the city of Kissimmee. It is one park that is unlike so many others, without the typical type of things you always see at them, and it is great for any age. Top Things to See at Disney’s Epcot with…
Busch Gardens is located in central Tampa and is about an hour from Orlando, Florida. It is a great theme park, and much different than many others in that it has a unique zoo side to it, with lots of animals to see, and much information to glean while still having tons of fun as…
Savannah, Georgia is one of the most beloved cities in the U.S. and for a good reason. It is very much left in its natural state, with its gorgeous, tall oaks everywhere and full of rich history. It makes a great stop on any road trip, even if it is a quick one, but to…
We visited the Fort Frederica National Monument when we visited Savannah Georgia in March. It is about an hours drive south in St Simons Island GA, and the kids were excited to get their 2nd Junior Ranger Badge. This trip is worth the drive as this fort was built in the 1700’s! Fort Frederica National…
Today I want to share a peek into my life. A side of living in a RV you might not understand unless you are living it. I will share the good, the bad and the messy…. Here is my RV life behind the scenes. Living in a RV – RV Life Behind the Scenes RV…
While traveling, we make learning geography a big part of our schooling. We start young with this one our preschooler is learning about maps and the directions (North, East, South and West). They are learning how to follow maps at each location we visit and learning geography from our travels. But we have a problem…….
One thing I was really trying to get a sense of when I started homeschooling was WHAT I needed to teach my kids. I wanted to make sure they were learning what they should be so they were on track. Here are some basic skills to work on with your Kindergarten Kid, this is by…
When you make the choice to homeschool your children, it’s important to make sure you’re prepared. One of the best ways to ensure your children are learning what they need to learn is by finding an inclusive homeschool curriculum that is right for your family. How can you do this? Here are a few questions…
When you first begin your homeschool journey, the sheer amount of products that are available and often, recommended to you is huge. It seems like every homeschooling mom has their favorite homeschool supplies alongside items they absolutely can’t stand. They’re not shy about telling you either. When it boils down to it, though, there are…
Homeschooling your kids is a great option, but if you’re not careful, you can quickly be overrun by books and other curriculum supplies. Not to mention that it can be hard to figure out a place for your kids to learn. This is especially true if you’re living in a small space. Homeschooling in a…
One of the things I love about RVing and staying at campgrounds is the campfires. Some of the best talks come around a campfire, not to mention campfire games and some of the best food! You also tend to make the best friends around a campfire. So why not turn that great place into a…
Ask any homeschooler and they’ll tell you that one of the things they love about homeschooling is the fact that they can travel whenever they want. Some of us even sell everything and pack up to go on the road full-time for a few years. Whether you’re only traveling part-time, or you’re living full-time in…
Did you know that your garden is full of ways to teach you kids? Aside from the science lessons that could be included, you can find math lessons everywhere in between your plants! Kids that are as young as pre-school can learn everything from simple math to measurements and more. Check out these easy ways…
So you’ve made the decision to homeschool, taken the plunge, told your family and friends. Now What? After fending off the repeatedly asked questions “But what about socialization?”, “How can you teach Algebraic equations, Native American History… Rocket Science; or insert some obscure “Classic” piece of literature here, or “Shouldn’t you leave it to the…
Traveling on the road you want to do everything and that can get expensive. We passed on a zoo we wanted to go to because it was $70 a person! OUCH! Those attractions add up fast. How We Find Field Trips for Free Now I’m not saying we don’t do them at all because we do,…
While in Florida one of the first things we did is we headed to Mote Marine to check it out. It had been a while since the kids had been to an aquarium so this is what they wanted to do. One of the first critters we saw was this guy *shudders* They had this tank…
When we were in Tennessee, we made several trips to Murfreesboro and the surrounding areas for the free things to do in Murfreesboro, TN. Out favorite was the Cannonsburgh Villiage. There is so much history there. The area is beautiful, and that makes the local parks a must see! 10 Free Things to do in…
While in Nashville we took a day and made the drive down to Huntsville, AL and took in the NASA Space Center. I remember my grandparents bringing me here as a kid and just being in awe of the size of the space shuttles, as a grown up that awe hasn’t changed! You can get the…
I’m going to share how we have a birthday party in an RV while traveling full time. Another thing we had to reinvent is how to have a birthday party in an RV. Traveling full time doesn’t allow us to have many friends in whatever area we are in to have a big bash like we used….
Full-time traveling is not only hard on the traveler, but also on the family that has been left behind. At first, family and friends are excited about your upcoming adventure. Then, as you really start planning and figuring out how you will create a life on the road, emotions start to change. I’ve talked to…
I always get a bunch of question about our Roadschooling lifestyle and RV living. So I wanted to open up the forum so to speak and allow you to ask any questions you have and I will answer! So I went and I posted this: I will be doing a Tell All post coming up! I…
Full-time traveling has its drawbacks, and one of them most definitely, is getting mail while on the road. When I first started out I thought this was going to be easy – just make everything electronic and call it a day. Well, that is true in theory. What ended up happening though is companies send…
Living as a full-time traveler is a dream come true for most people. It has been an amazing adventure for me, hands down the best decision I ever made for myself. With that said, some basic things tend to be a bit more of a challenge, like laundry and cooking a home-cooked meal. I’m asked…
I’m not going to say that finding WiFi while traveling is difficult. Wait, yes I am. I’m used to living in Phoenix, one of the largest cities in the US where connecting to the WiFi was no big deal. I was shocked, shocked I tell you, to find that quite a bit of the US…
I want to share how we do traditional things in our not so traditional house. Thanksgiving is one we got a lot of questions on as the time approached. Many people of our family wanted us to join them but since Hubby had to be at work (at the Amazon Camperforce) bright and early making…
So with this being our first year in the RV we have to come up with all new ways to celebrate holidays! From decorating to the activities. So I am going to share this time how we do Halloween. Now Halloween isn’t TOO much different than in our sticks and bricks. We dress up and…
Looking for something fun and adventurous to do in Nashville? Look no further than the Adventure Science Center! This awesome science center has tons of exhibits and activities that are perfect for both kids and adults. You can explore everything from outer space to the ocean floor, or get your hands dirty in one of…
Even babies can start on a homeschool schedule. Teaching the basics in a game formation that they love to play and don’t realize they are learning! So get down on the floor and play with your baby to get them learning. Instill the love for learnings now, trust me you won’t regret it! Best…
I saw this article by Ashley on Bare Neckers and I swear she was writing it just for me! I have 4 kids and we are traveling full time just like she is and we get ‘The Look’ we get the “Oh I feel so sorry for you” and I agree with Ashley that it stops me…
I can’t tell you how often I have been asked this question. Some people just don’t ‘get it’ others want to know OUR reason behind it. So I figured it’s time to share! First let me define what roaschooling is. Simply put roadschooling is teaching your kids on the road. This means they learn hands…
Our New Plan With Amazon Camperforce! Update:: Since this post was published we have worked 2 seasons with Amazon Camperforse you can read our first experience in Murfreesboro Tennessee and our second experience in Haslet Texas. So I want to fill you guys in on our new plans! Right now we are down in Florida…
One of the biggest questions I had when we started looking in to traveling full time, was how did the people that were doing it make money. We got SO MANY different answers (and still do!) So I want to share how we finance our adventures! We have our ‘Irons in many fires’ and the…
One of the many things we did prior to launching or even deciding to head down this road of traveling full time, was to do a budget. My husband is very much a numbers guy, while I am very much a ‘if we need more we will stop and work for a month or two’…
I am always looking for ways for the kids to have that save my sanity! I love when my kids can learn hands on, like with color mixing. But I was NOT ok with my kids being covered in paint. That is when I put this in to play. They had a blast it stayed…
Homeschooling on the road you have to get creative. I love online games that also teach my kids, ABCs reading, math and more! They are great time fillers so I can work with another kid as well so each kid gets uninterrupted one on one time as need! Check out my favorite games! Best…
I am big on reading to my kids. Growing up there are book I remember reading and having read to me and this is why I think there are 5 books every Kindergartener should read. This list is a great jumping off point. I also love reading Rainbow Fish and all the books that go…
FREE Preschool with Netflix Printable When you on the road a ton of books is not an option. While I’m still adjusting to having to get rid of not only my 5 book shelves but also book closet, yes we have that many books! I have books for unit studies and books for holidays and…
Once we get on the the road (and even now!) we want to save as much money as we can on the basics to have more money to travel and experience every state! One expense I am always looking to save on is Homeschooling! There are so many options for free curriculum, just search…