Around the World Discovery (Print n Play)
Embark on a Global Adventure!
Where will you go?! Transform your living room into a gateway to the world with the Travel Around the World Project. This isn't just a lesson plan; it is an exciting home education journey designed to make learning a total blast by turning children into world-class explorers.
From designing making the countries flags, to cooking up national delicacies, this project guides your child through a deep dive into the cultures, histories, and landscapes of our planet, all while building a beautiful "World Explorer Journal" to treasure forever.
Why Parents & Home Educators Love This Project
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All-in-One Learning: Seamlessly integrates English, Maths, Geography, History, Art, Cooking, and Language Learning into a single, cohesive project.
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Highly Interactive: Children don't just read about countries; they virtually explore via Google Earth, "book" flights and accommodation, and recreate traditional dress and music at home.
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Completely Customisable: Whether your child is fascinated by the wildlife of Australia, the landmarks of the USA, or the folklore of Norway, the project adapts to their unique interests.
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Hands-On Creativity: Includes printable templates for suitcases, packing lists, national flags, and recipe cards to keep little hands busy and engaged.
What’s Inside the Exploration Kit?
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Journey Planning: Step-by-step guidance on researching destinations, calculating time zones, and understanding foreign currencies and exchange rates.
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Cultural Deep Dives: Prompts to research unique festivals, traditional instruments, and local mythology, from Irish leprechauns to Syrian folklore.
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Language & Cuisine: Encouragement to learn basic phrases in new languages and head to the supermarket to gather ingredients for a national dish cook-off.
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Media & Literature: Ideas for family movie nights featuring iconic films from each location or reading classic tales like 1001 Arabian Nights.
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Practical Templates: High-quality printables to help organise your home-made "World Explorer Journal," including a shopping list and a full itinerary planner.
Key Skills Developed
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Research & Digital Literacy: Using maps, images, and videos to explore the world virtually.
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Mathematical Thinking: Budgeting for travel, calculating flight costs, and working out time differences.
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Creative Expression: Design, coloring, and even acting out stories or legends from visited lands.
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Practical Life Skills: Planning, packing, and following recipes to cook a meal from scratch.
Ready to start your journey? Grab your suitcase and let’s explore!