Posts by: The Time4Learning Team
Colorado Field Trips for Homeschoolers
It has been said that Colorado is the playground of the U.S. With its majestic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and mountains to climb up (or ski down!), there are certainly enough outdoor family activities in Colorado to satisfy your playful side. And even if you somehow tired of exploring all the natural outdoor destinations, Colorado’s urban […]
Virginia Field Trips for Homeschoolers
The geography, climate, culture and history of Virginia seem to be tailor-made for field trips. Whether you have a specific destination that will complement something you are learning about or just need a break from your regular homeschool routine, there are plenty of family activities in Virginia that combine learning and recreation. Even if you […]
Unit Study Supplement: Texas Facts, U.S. 28th State
It is often said that “Everything is bigger in Texas.” And there are some facts to back this claim. The Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is actually larger than the borough of Manhattan in New York City! Plus, the Texas State Capitol, in Austin, is larger in area than any other United States capitol building. Those are […]
Unit Study Supplement: James Buchanan, U.S. 15th President
Historians have long called James Buchanan the worst president in U.S history. Primarily, this is because of his role leading up to the Civil War.He refused to take a stand against the issue of slavery during his tenure, preferring to let each state decide whether to accept slavery or not. His own Democratic party was […]
Unit Study Supplement: James Monroe, U.S. 5th President
Following the War of 1812, America was more united, politically, than they had been in many years. It was in this time of relative stability that Monroe came to power in the U.S. His presidency was one of immense growth for the country, although it was not without growing pains. As a war veteran, previous […]
