What if some of the richest learning in your homeschool happened after you walked out the front door?

We’re exploring how to plan family outings that turn science, history, art, literature, music, sports, and local culture into hands-on experiences. We share what to pack in a reliable go-bag, how to prepare children for unfamiliar environments, and why a little advance exposure can make an outing more exciting. You’ll also hear dozens of affordable field-trip ideas, from factory tours and art scavenger hunts to author homes, grocery stores, women’s sports, and geocaching.

Grab your calendar, choose an adventure, and make room for learning beyond the lesson plan.

Resources:

• Registration is open now for Building Brave Writers: Description,Becoming a Critical Thinker, and other awesome Brave Writer classes!
• Check out the special offer atTalkbox.MOM/brave and start speaking a new language with your kids from day one!
• Start a free trial ofCTCmath.com to try the math program that’s sure to grab and keep your child’s attention
• Find watercolor pencils (along with our favorite readalouds and nonfiction) in theBrave Writer Book Shop
• VisitJulie’s Substack to find her special podcast for kids (and a lot more!)
• Find community at theBrave Learner Home
• Learn more about theBrave Writer Literature & Mechanics programs
• Subscribe to Julie’s Substack newsletters,Brave Learning with Julie Bogart andJulie Off Topic, and Melissa’sCatalog of Enthusiasms
• Sign up for ourText Message Pod Ring to get podcast updates and more!
• Send us podcast topic ideas by texting us: +1 (833) 947-3684
• Interested in advertising with us? Reach out to media@bravewriter.com

Connect with Julie:

• Instagram: @juliebravewriter
• Threads: @juliebravewriter
• Bluesky: @bravewriter.com
• Facebook: facebook.com/bravewriter

Connect with Melissa:

• Website: melissawiley.com
• Substack: melissawiley.substack.com
• Instagram: @melissawileybooks
• Bluesky: @melissawiley.bsky.social

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