Planning homeschool field trips can be a challenge. There’s a lot to take into consideration when it comes to getting ready for these fun events.
For that reason, I thought I’d go out and find some articles with advice on how to prepare for field trips. I found some wonderful blog posts by other homeschoolers that I think will help you out. You’ll find them listed below.
By the way, if you need field trip ideas, check this post out.
Planning Homeschool Field Trips
10 Tips for Finding and Planning Homeschool Field Trips on Ben and Me – I like how this article starts with “Why Field Trips Matter.” Purpose is SO important when planning a field trip!
5 Steps to a Successful Field Trip on TAN Homeschool – Check out #2 on this post for tips on building interest BEFORE the field trip. The other tips are helpful as well.
5 Tips for Planning a Successful Field Trip on Weird Unsocialized Homeschoolers – I like Kris’ suggestion about planning for questions in this article. That element is often overlooked when getting ready for a field trip.
Field Trips 101 on HSLDA – This article covers a lot of bases when it comes to getting ready for a field trip.
How to Plan a Great Field Trip on Home Ed Directory – Charmaine has some great advice on what to do before, during, and after the field trip.
Do you have some tips for planning homeschool field trips? Feel free to share them in the comment section.
More help on this site with field trips:
- Homeschool Field Trip Ideas
- Virtual Field Trip Ideas for Your Homeschool
- Free Field Trip Logs for Your Homeschool (In the Membership Area)