Category: Educational Travel
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Need More Reasons to Homeschool? A Success Story
It’s back to school time! All across the US, many families are considering homeschooling yet often are apprehensive in getting started. Here on the blog, it’s my vision to inspire you along the journey. Here are some fabulous often overlooked reasons to homeschool, in the words from a homeschool graduate. Last year at the FPEA…
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5 Reasons to Rent Your Family Vacation with Airbnb
With the thousands of miles we’ve traveled across Europe, Central America, and the US with our family, we’ve learned a thing or two about how to travel like locals. The top recommendation and piece of advice we can offer you is this: rent with Airbnb. In addition to reasonable pricing when renting from Airbnb, I’ve narrowed…
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Free Printable US Map License Plate Travel Game
With summer and road trips in full swing, it’s time to make those hours of car rides a bit of educational fun. I always say, ” life is learning,” and as homeschoolers, we need look for little opportunities to make learning fun. Using a travel map such as this on a road trip, or even…
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Why Life Might be the New College
Recently, I met a long-lost childhood friend for coffee. As our reminiscent banter was drawing to a close, I asked, “So, what do you hope to do with your degree?” He sighed as he looked at the wall. “I don’t. I was going to be a police officer but last semester I got a job…
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A Homeschool Graduate’s Journey to Global 365
“She’s back, folks. She’s here and ready to conquer!” This is what played in my head, somewhat sarcastically, as my plane landed on the runway of my hometown’s adorable little airport. My emotional state was reminiscent of “suicides.” Those drinks you made at summer camp, mixing anything and everything (grape soda, mayo, pepper, you name…