We are truly the homeschoolers that don't stay home. In my opinion, getting out to see and do things around the community is one of the easiest ways to get an education. If you can go further than your home town, that's even better, but in most towns, there is more to do than you think. If you live in a town that doesn't offer much, then stick your neck out and get something started. It's easier than you think. Here is a list of some of the things that we have done this summer, up until the time of this writing:
Discover the Dinosaurs
This was a fun display of life sized dinosaurs that could be manipulated by the children. They had information about dinosaurs on display and a room full of dinosaur themed activities and bouncy houses.
Summertime Extravaganza:
We spent all year raising money for The Sparklers to parade down Mainstreet USA at Disneyland and participate in a showcase with other twirlers and Dancers at Knottsberry Farm.
We had a Family Life Challenge picnic, a group yard sale, many bake sales, and have attended several pool parties and birthday parties.
Last weekend, we went to the ribbon cutting for the new Rattlesnake Bomber Base Museum that was recently opened in our town.
Today, we attended a special concert, featuring Juan Campos, a blind singer and pianist that travels around the area playing, singing and praising God for the wonderful talent that God has given him.
So far, our field trips, both minor and major, have covered a multitude of subjects such as science, history, fine arts, civics, and have provided social opportunities for our homeschooled children. All that I had to do was keep my eyes and ears open for things to do around town, gather up my family, and go. That was easy!
Have a Great Day!
Laurel Santiago
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