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The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas

April 7, 2024 | Leave a Comment
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When you get to the end of The Swiss Family Robinson book itself, or to the end of the unit celebrate by having a movie night. Also, you’ll love more ideas on my post Swiss Family Robinson Unit Study.

You could even stay in your pajamas and spend the entire day immersing yourself in a themed sit-down meal, or just make up a tray of treats inspired by their adventures.

The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas

Watching the movie is a great way to help your children develop opinions to compare and contrast the book with the movie and their minds will be searching for discrepancies.

Besides, everybody will have a better opinion, movie, or book (spoiler alert- it’s always the book).

Not to mention it is a wonderful family bonding experience that everyone will remember for years to come.

More The Swiss Family Robinson Activities

  • Where Did Swiss Family Robinson Land And Their Unique Homes | Cave Activity
  • From Switzerland to the Author of Swiss Family Robinson Quick Study
  • How to Create Swiss Family Treehouse Blueprints With Kids
  • What is the Swiss Family Robinson About | Simple Jeopardy Style Game
  • How to Make Adorable Swiss Family Robinson Book Characters Bookmarks
  • Exciting Swiss Family Robinson Activities | From Oyster To Pearl
  • The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas
  • Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson
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The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas

The Robinsons were lucky to not only be able to salvage many food items from the ship but also to find an island that was rich with everything from coconuts to pistachios to fish and lobster.

They were able to plant seeds saved from the ship and make jerky when they built a smokehouse as well as eating plants and animals on the island.

You don’t have to work as hard, just a trip to the grocery store to create a really cool theme for an adventurous night that they will remember forever.

Next, look at these other resources to round out movie learning.

Resources for Learning About The Robinson Family Survived

Adding a book or resource to your movie night your kids will love experiencing first hand how the family survived and thrived.

8 Books & Resources for Learning About The Swiss Family Robinson

Add some of these books to your unit study of The Swiss Family Robinson and their adventures on a deserted island.

Swiss Family Robinson (Illustrated Classic): 200th Anniversary Collection

More than 100 original illustrations by Louis Rhead. You want to read this book with illustrations.

Nature Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the Natural World

See the world in a whole new way! Acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman combines art and science in this exciting and educational guide to the structure, function, and personality of the natural world.
Explore the anatomy of a jellyfish, the inside of a volcano, monarch butterfly migration, how sunsets work, and much more. Rothman’s whimsical illustrations are paired with interactive activities that encourage curiosity and inspire you to look more closely at the world all around you.

Tracks, Scats and Signs (Take Along Guides)

Become a nature detective with this illustrative, engaging and fun Take-Along-Guide. You may not know where to look, or what to look for, but animal signs are everywhere and this guide will help you learn how to read them. You'll learn how to spot and identify common clues that 17 wildlife species leave behind in the woods, in the fields and along ponds.

Swiss Family Robinson Movie

The heroic tale of the courageous exploits of the Robinson family after they are shipwrecked on a deserted island. Using teamwork and ingenuity, they overcome the obstacles of nature and transform their new home into a "civilized" community.

Willy Whitefeather's Outdoor Survival Handbook for Kids

From treating a bee sting to building an overnight shelter, kids will gain the knowledge and confidence they need to survive outdoors.

Bear Grylls The Complete Adventures Collection 12 Books Set

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Knot Tying Kit | Pro-Knot Best Rope Knot Cards, two practice cords and a carabiner

By Pro-Knot, the number one trusted name in Knots with over 7,000 5 Star reviews! This complete knot tying KIT includes everything you need to learn and practice how to tie 23 essential rope knots. The six card/twelve page waterproof plastic card set contains 23 best all purpose rope knots
clearly illustrated and described, bound together with a no-rust brass grommet in the corner!

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Movie Night Food Ideas

If you want to make it more than just a snack here are some tasty recipe ideas for drinks and heartier treats to make together to bring in a tropical island feel.

  • Orange Pineapple and Coconut Mocktail
  • Hawaiian Pizza Skewers
  • Learn About Fruits Around The World with a Mango Smoothie Recipe
  • Tropical Granola Cups
  • Mini Pineapple Cheesecake Truffles
  • Tropical Shrimp Rice Bowl

The Swiss Family Robinson Movie Snack Tray

You can cook an entire tropical island meal or set up a quick and easy snack tray and let everyone enjoy a mini buffet of themed tasty treats while they watch.

Here are some ideas for what you might include on your tray:

  • Pretzels firewood or tree limbs
  • Whoppers-Coconuts
  • Pineapple
  • Fish sticks
  • Blue punch-ocean water
  • Broccoli-treehouse
  • Pistachios
  • Bananas
  • Beef jerky
  • Goldfish

Grab a board or tray and some small dishes, you can find inexpensive disposable ones at Dollar Tree.

You can add a sheet or two of fun patterned paper to give it a more tropical look ( I found these at Hobby Lobby 4/$1).

The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas

Place your book and/or DVD case in the center to make the theme even more obvious.

The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas

Fill up each bowl with a fun snack item from above using items that they ate or fun foods that represent life on the island like broccoli for trees or banana slices.

Add a little greenery to your board to make it even more lush and tropical.

The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas

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Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

April 6, 2024 | Leave a Comment
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One of the ways that the Swiss Family Robinson survived besides the provisions they gathered from the boat was by gathering what they could from the land. Also, you’ll love more ideas on my post Swiss Family Robinson Unit Study.

They were able to find lobster, strawberries, mulberries, pomegranates, pistachio nuts, sugar cane, palm cabbage, as well as many kinds of fish, birds, and animals to eat.

One of the first things they were able to gather by tricking the monkeys into helping was coconuts.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

Not only did they enjoy the liquid inside but were able to eat the meat inside and even use the emptied out half shell as a bowl.  

If you have never tried a fresh whole coconut with your kids, this is a great opportunity to examine and try one straight from the shell.

 I’m showing you how to open a coconut carefully and properly, harvesting both the water and the meat of the coconut. Use all 5 senses to explore the coconut. Research where they are native to and find the locations on a map.

 Find other uses for coconut shells, learn how to properly open and eat a coconut from the grocery store. 

You could also use this as a chance to introduce more exotic fruits like papaya, mango, dragon fruit, kiwi, pomegranates and figs, many of which were foods that were also consumed by the Swiss Family Robinson.   

More The Swiss Family Robinson Activities

  • Where Did Swiss Family Robinson Land And Their Unique Homes | Cave Activity
  • From Switzerland to the Author of Swiss Family Robinson Quick Study
  • How to Create Swiss Family Treehouse Blueprints With Kids
  • What is the Swiss Family Robinson About | Simple Jeopardy Style Game
  • How to Make Adorable Swiss Family Robinson Book Characters Bookmarks
  • Exciting Swiss Family Robinson Activities | From Oyster To Pearl
  • The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas
  • Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson
  • Animals in The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Parrot Craft
  • Lost In Adventure: 10 Books Like Swiss Family Robinson
  • How to Build a LEGO Swiss Family Robinson STEM Challenge Treehouse
  • Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book
  • How To Make A Swiss Family Robinson Map | Easy Swiss Geography
  • DIY Easy Compass Activity and Survival Ideas
  • Simple Candle
  • Hunting Deer
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Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

Next, add some living books to your activity today.

Books Like Swiss Family Robinson

After adding living books, I add reference books to our unit study.

8 Books & Resources for Learning About The Swiss Family Robinson

Add some of these books to your unit study of The Swiss Family Robinson and their adventures on a deserted island.

Swiss Family Robinson (Illustrated Classic): 200th Anniversary Collection

More than 100 original illustrations by Louis Rhead. You want to read this book with illustrations.

Nature Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the Natural World

See the world in a whole new way! Acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman combines art and science in this exciting and educational guide to the structure, function, and personality of the natural world.
Explore the anatomy of a jellyfish, the inside of a volcano, monarch butterfly migration, how sunsets work, and much more. Rothman’s whimsical illustrations are paired with interactive activities that encourage curiosity and inspire you to look more closely at the world all around you.

Tracks, Scats and Signs (Take Along Guides)

Become a nature detective with this illustrative, engaging and fun Take-Along-Guide. You may not know where to look, or what to look for, but animal signs are everywhere and this guide will help you learn how to read them. You'll learn how to spot and identify common clues that 17 wildlife species leave behind in the woods, in the fields and along ponds.

Swiss Family Robinson Movie

The heroic tale of the courageous exploits of the Robinson family after they are shipwrecked on a deserted island. Using teamwork and ingenuity, they overcome the obstacles of nature and transform their new home into a "civilized" community.

Willy Whitefeather's Outdoor Survival Handbook for Kids

From treating a bee sting to building an overnight shelter, kids will gain the knowledge and confidence they need to survive outdoors.

Bear Grylls The Complete Adventures Collection 12 Books Set

Bear Grylls The Complete Adventures Collection 12 Books Set: Titles In This Set: The Blizzard Challenge The Desert Challenge The Jungle Challenge The Sea Challenge The River Challenge The Earthquake Challenge The Volcano Challenge The Safari Challenge The Cave Challenge The Mountain Challenge The Arctic Challenge The Sailing Challenge

Knot Tying Kit | Pro-Knot Best Rope Knot Cards, two practice cords and a carabiner

By Pro-Knot, the number one trusted name in Knots with over 7,000 5 Star reviews! This complete knot tying KIT includes everything you need to learn and practice how to tie 23 essential rope knots. The six card/twelve page waterproof plastic card set contains 23 best all purpose rope knots
clearly illustrated and described, bound together with a no-rust brass grommet in the corner!

Foraging Wild Edible Plants of North America: More than 150 Delicious Recipes Using Nature's Edibles

Edible wild plants are nature’s natural food source, growing along roadsides, sprouting in backyards, and blooming in country fields. North America’s diverse geography overflows with edible plant species.

I also have 7 more fun ways that you can use tropical foods for learning besides eating, like making mini explosions and a tropical fruit sensory bin.

7 Ways to Play With Your Tropical Food

  1. Dive deeper into learning about  tropical foods with my 20 Tropical Rainforest Foods and Make an Acai Bowl that is delicious and easy to make.
  2. This simple tutorial will show you How to Eat a Starfruit, another delicious exotic treat..
  3. Set up a fun science experiment inside of a pineapple (after you harvest the fruit to eat first of course) with the Pineapple Volcano and a few basic household supplies.
  4. You can also Learn About Fruits Around the World Fun With Food Activities and make a tasty Mango Smoothie too.
  5. Here is a recipe you can make with the meat of the coconut you harvest that sounds so tasty- Coconut Banana Smoothie.
  6. For your younger learners here is an adorable Sensory Activities for Kids : Tropical Fruits sensory rice recipe that goes along great with this read aloud and learn about more tropical fruits with this multi-sensory experience.
  7. If you live in a warmer climate zone (5 and above)  try your hand at growing Passion Fruit with these 5 tips that will have you enjoying this tropical treat anytime you want it.

Finally, look how to open and eat a fresh coconut.

How to Open and Eat a Fresh Coconut

You will need:

  • A coconut
  • Wooden cutting board
  • Corkscrew
  • Large sturdy kitchen knife
  • Large bowl
  • Cup to collect coconut water
  • Small sieve
Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

First, to choose a coconut you want one that feels heavy for the size it is.

It should be dark brown with hairy fibers all over it.

It should make a nice sloshing noise when you shake it around to show it’s got water inside and is fresh.

Soak the coconut in a bowl of water for about 5 minutes to help soften the shell a bit.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

Turn the coconut so that the 3 eyes are facing up and poke each until you find the one that is soft.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

 Then use the corkscrew to open the hole up.

If you do not have a corkscrew, you can push through with a screwdriver and a little hammer.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

Work the hole open a little larger if you need to.

Drain the coconut water into the cup, going through a sieve to collect bits of shell and set aside while you open the coconut.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

We got a whole cup of coconut water out of our small coconut.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

You can see three ridges very well that mark weak spots on the coconut.

With the back of the knife, tap very firmly on them and then all around the “equator: ” of the coconut until you see a crack form.

Alternatively, you can use a kitchen mallet if you have one on hand.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

Continue tapping with force until it cracks all the way around.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

To remove the meat from the coconut you can use thin sharp knives to cut it out or a vegetable peeler (great for little hands).

Break the pieces of coconut up into smaller pieces and then use a vegetable peeler to scrape off the shell.

Try the small bits of coconut and talk about the taste and texture.

Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson

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Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

April 2, 2024 | Leave a Comment
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The Swiss Family Robinson Book is a classic tale of a family lost at sea and the adventure that is born from survival. Also, you’ll love more ideas on my post Swiss Family Robinson Unit Study.

Having read The Swiss Family Robinson Book as a child and then again in my own homeschool I can attest to it being a wonderful piece of literature that should not be missed!

I have a fun craft that can be used to show off your love of books whether you have a garden, walkway, or just a small plot of book bricks.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

They are a lovely way to brighten up an area and trust me while I may be creative, I am no artist and if I can do it I know that you can too.

This craft can be done by any age, especially with help but I think you will find that middle and high school is the sweet spot for this one.

I also have a handful of questions to go along with the story to help everyone remember what was read.

More Resources for Learning About Swiss Family Robinson & Survival Activities

  • Where Did Swiss Family Robinson Land And Their Unique Homes | Cave Activity
  • From Switzerland to the Author of Swiss Family Robinson Quick Study
  • How to Create Swiss Family Treehouse Blueprints With Kids
  • What is the Swiss Family Robinson About | Simple Jeopardy Style Game
  • How to Make Adorable Swiss Family Robinson Book Characters Bookmarks
  • Exciting Swiss Family Robinson Activities | From Oyster To Pearl
  • The Swiss Family Robinson Fun and Easy Movie Night Ideas
  • Embrace Island Life: How To Eat A Coconut Like Swiss Family Robinson
  • Animals in The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Parrot Craft
  • Lost In Adventure: 10 Books Like Swiss Family Robinson
  • How to Build a LEGO Swiss Family Robinson STEM Challenge Treehouse
  • Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book
  • How To Make A Swiss Family Robinson Map | Easy Swiss Geography
  • DIY Easy Compass Activity and Survival Ideas
  • Simple Candle
  • Hunting Deer
  • How to Plan And Start an Easy Gardening Unit Study for Kids

Books for Learning About The Swiss Family Robinson

Also, you’ll love reading these books to go with your study of Swiss Family Robinson.

8 Books & Resources for Learning About The Swiss Family Robinson

Add some of these books to your unit study of The Swiss Family Robinson and their adventures on a deserted island.

Swiss Family Robinson (Illustrated Classic): 200th Anniversary Collection

More than 100 original illustrations by Louis Rhead. You want to read this book with illustrations.

Nature Anatomy: The Curious Parts and Pieces of the Natural World

See the world in a whole new way! Acclaimed illustrator Julia Rothman combines art and science in this exciting and educational guide to the structure, function, and personality of the natural world.
Explore the anatomy of a jellyfish, the inside of a volcano, monarch butterfly migration, how sunsets work, and much more. Rothman’s whimsical illustrations are paired with interactive activities that encourage curiosity and inspire you to look more closely at the world all around you.

Tracks, Scats and Signs (Take Along Guides)

Become a nature detective with this illustrative, engaging and fun Take-Along-Guide. You may not know where to look, or what to look for, but animal signs are everywhere and this guide will help you learn how to read them. You'll learn how to spot and identify common clues that 17 wildlife species leave behind in the woods, in the fields and along ponds.

Swiss Family Robinson Movie

The heroic tale of the courageous exploits of the Robinson family after they are shipwrecked on a deserted island. Using teamwork and ingenuity, they overcome the obstacles of nature and transform their new home into a "civilized" community.

Willy Whitefeather's Outdoor Survival Handbook for Kids

From treating a bee sting to building an overnight shelter, kids will gain the knowledge and confidence they need to survive outdoors.

Bear Grylls The Complete Adventures Collection 12 Books Set

Bear Grylls The Complete Adventures Collection 12 Books Set: Titles In This Set: The Blizzard Challenge The Desert Challenge The Jungle Challenge The Sea Challenge The River Challenge The Earthquake Challenge The Volcano Challenge The Safari Challenge The Cave Challenge The Mountain Challenge The Arctic Challenge The Sailing Challenge

Knot Tying Kit | Pro-Knot Best Rope Knot Cards, two practice cords and a carabiner

By Pro-Knot, the number one trusted name in Knots with over 7,000 5 Star reviews! This complete knot tying KIT includes everything you need to learn and practice how to tie 23 essential rope knots. The six card/twelve page waterproof plastic card set contains 23 best all purpose rope knots
clearly illustrated and described, bound together with a no-rust brass grommet in the corner!

Foraging Wild Edible Plants of North America: More than 150 Delicious Recipes Using Nature's Edibles

Edible wild plants are nature’s natural food source, growing along roadsides, sprouting in backyards, and blooming in country fields. North America’s diverse geography overflows with edible plant species.

Book Questions

  1. Who is the author of the Swiss Family book? Johann Wyss
  2. What are the names of the Robinson children? Franz, Fritz, Ernest, Jack
  3. Who narrates the Swiss Family Robinson Book? Father
  4. Where are the Robinsons traveling from? Switzerland
  5. Where are the the Robinsons traveling to? New Guinea
  6. What day of the journey did the storm hit the boat? The 6th day
  7. Name 3 animals that the Robinson’s brought from the boat. Dogs, chickens, cows, sheep, pigs, ducks, geese.
  8.  How did the family reach the island? They tied tubs together to make a boat.
Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

You can pick up 8×4 pavers at your local home and garden store for around .50 a piece so it’s affordable to do an entire library around your garden if you wanted.

How fun would it be to make one for every read aloud you do together as a family?

How to Make a Brick Book The Swiss Family Robinson Book

First, decide if you want to try to copy your book closely or if you just want to create your own interpretation inspired by the book cover.

I did a little of both here, not going for an exact replica.

One thing I have found that makes simple paintings look better is to use 2 or 3 colors for most things rather than everything being a flat color- sky, wood, greenery, etc.. all look better with different shades of the same color.

You will need:

  • Garden brick
  • Craft paints
  • Paint pens
  • Paintbrushes
  • Matte sealer spray
  • Your book for inspiration
Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

The first thing you want to do is give your brick a good dry scrub to remove any dust and dirt to prepare the surface for painting.

If you use water to scrub your brick, that’s absolutely fine, but you won’t need to give it a few days out in the sun to dry thoroughly.

If desired, you could first paint the entire brick with a spray primer.

I don’t usually do this and I have pretty good success as long as I clean it to begin with and seal it afterwards.

Paint three edges of the brick white, over lap a bit onto the wider surfaces to be sure its covered edge to edge. Allow it to dry and give it another coat.

These will be the exposed pages of your book.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

Now paint your main color, covering the “front” and “back” of the book as well as the spine”.

If you keep a damp cloth handy you can use it for any paint mistakes. I did a sky to sand combination. Allow this to dry completely.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

Grab an assortment of the paint colors you need for your version and a variety of paintbrushes, as well as paint pens.

I find for writing and small details these are easier to use than tiny paint brushes.

The Swiss Family Robinson Brick Book

Begin creating the largest piece of your cover by painting it on, for me that was the tree and the treehouse front and center, I layered 2 colors of green to make it more interesting and create depth.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

Layer on more elements like the treehouse.

Because it was important to show the family of 5 but difficult to get tiny details with the texture of the brick I chose to make them faceless with enough detail to make it obvious.

 I used the thicker end of a paint pen to make a dot for each face.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

And then went back with colored paint pens to draw on hair, clothing, etc…layering details as  I went.

If you make a mistake it is very easy to cover with paint, dry, and redo it.

Allow to dry before moving on.

Depending on the background colors you may need to write your book title in black or white, to make mine pop I wrote it with a white paint pen and then outlined it in black.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

Don’t forget to add the title of the book down the spine as well.

The final artistic step is to draw lines along the edges of your book to resemble pages.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

Give your finished book brick 2 coats of a matte sealer to protect it.

It’s ready. Place it in your garden or walkway.

You can create as many book bricks as you like to brighten up any area of your yard.

Survival to Inspiration The Swiss Family Robinson Book | Brick Book

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22 Homeschool Geography Go To Resources

March 27, 2024 | 7 Comments
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I have some fun homeschool geography resources today. Too, look at my page Homeschool Geography for hands-on and simple ideas and tips.

We’ve used many homeschool geography resources through the years because geography is not about coloring boring maps.

I needed to round up our homeschool geography resources that we already had on hand and in the upper grades I needed something more laid out.

22 Homeschool Geography Go To Resources

For example, in the upper grades we used geography curriculum that we got from Bright Ideas Press.

Homeschool Geography Go To Resources

I did manage to round up these atlases and books that I have had to show you some of what I use. 

Homeschool Geography Resources

Too, I have taken some screen shots to show you our brand new WonderMaps because I will be using WonderMaps with North Star Geography.

homeschool geography resources

Today, I wanted to show you my growing geography resources that I know we will be using with North Star Geography.

I am sure you can study geography on probably a lot less than we have, but we can’t.

Our geography habit needs to be fed each year, so we have added resources slowly.

Too, as the boys got older they have wanted their own books and resources.  As the budget allowed, I added them in regularly.

So below I have listed resources that I think are must-haves or basic.

Again, it doesn’t mean you need all of them, but helping to know which ones are more useful or helpful makes it easier to decide. 

The other resources pictured above but not listed below,  I add in as enrichment and I just wanted you to see them.

Homeschool Geogrpahy Go To Resources Linked Up

22 Homeschool Geography Go To Resources & Gift Ideas

Add some of these fun books and resources to your learning day if you're wanting to study geography with multiple ages. Maybe you want to hook your child on geography with a gift or two.

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Teacher Guide Around the World Part 1 - Homeschool Teacher's Guide

Raise world travelers! In this homeschool geography teacher guide your child will encounter cultures and landscapes across Asia, Africa, Australia and Antarctica, and will gain appreciation for the incredible diversity of people and places that comprise our world.

Scratch Off World Map & US Map

This contains both the US and world maps and while they are targeted at those who travel I think they would also be an amazing way to document as you learn about each new state or country.

Geographic World ScrunchMap, Portable, Easy-to-Store Map of the World, Water and Tear-Resistant Map

For preschoolers through late elementary I would recommend this versatile scrunch map that comes in a world or US version. It is amazing for lessons on  the go or just an impromptu geography lesson on the living room floor.

Around the World in 180 Days: A Multigrade Guide for the Study of World History, Geography, and Cultures

Around the World in 180 Days: A Multigrade Guide for the Study of World History, Geography, and Cultures (Student Workbook) by Sherrie Payne

Rand McNally Junior Classroom Atlas Grades 2-4

Trust Rand McNally's Junior Classroom Atlas for the right amount and level of information for your elementary students. Our colorful, engaging atlas is ideal for students in second through fourth grades and was developed from our award-winning Classroom Atlas, just simplified for younger students.

National Geographic Visual Atlas of the World: More Than 1,000 Stunning Maps, Illustrations, and Photographs

Representing an exciting new approach in our renowned line of atlases, this large-format reference blends two National Geographic "bests" to create a refreshingly vivid world portrait. Incorporated in the many up-to-the moment regional maps that portray each continent are hundreds of brilliant photographs—each depicting unique natural and cultural treasures that have been designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. From the vast plains of the Serengeti to the Kasbah of Algiers, from prehistoric rock art to the statue of Liberty, these incomparable locales are under UN protection for future generations to know and enjoy.

Rand McNally Historical Atlas of the World | Grades 5-12+

The Historical Atlas of the World presents important periods and turning points in 5,000 years of world history in over 100 pages of thematic maps. Atlas features: • Presents major periods of world history through more than 100 bold, colorful maps. • Thematic maps include literacy, languages, religions, and more. • Includes a section on benefits of using the atlas. • 112 pages, paperback, 8" x 10".

Monuments of World | 3D Puzzles for Kids

Enjoy a journey through time as kids build 10 of the greatest monuments of the world history like The Pyramids, Taj Mahal, The Colosseum and Statue Of Liberty in this construction set.

Encyclopedia of World Geography with Complete World Atlas: Internet Linked

Encyclopedia of World Geography with Complete World Atlas: Internet Linked

A Child's Introduction to the World: Geography, Cultures, and People--From the Grand Canyon to the Great Wall of China

Get ready for an incredible journey, one in which you’ll visit far-off places, meet interesting people, and learn all about continents, countries, climates, and more. This book is also full of fun facts about animals, sports, foods, inventions, and holidays from all over the world.

National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers

The latest edition of the award-winning National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers features all new photographs, maps, and graphics.And now, for the first time ever, the National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers goes interactive! The 3rd edition is chockfull of bright, bold icons that, thanks to a specially designed National Geographic web site, will allow kids to go beyond the printed page and experience firsthand the sights, sounds, and movements of the world's people, places, and animals. They'll watch brown bears fish for salmon in Alaska, listen to the latest singing sensation from Haiti, experience the power of a volcanic eruption, explore a rain forest, hang out at a local market in India, and much more.

Geography Through Art

Geography Through Art Intenational Art Projects for Kids Completely Revised and Updated! Use this book as an exciting way to supplement any study of geography, history, or social studies. "Geography Through Art" is sure to make a lasting addition to your home or school library. You'll find yourself reaching for this indispensable guide again and again to delight and engage students in leanring about geography through the culture and art of peoples around the world.

Geography: An Illustrated A-Z Glossary: An Introduction To Earth's Geographical Features For Kids

Welcome to Geography: An Illustrated A-Z Glossary by B.C. Lester Books! This book takes you across the world's main landforms and biomes, each with a colorful illustration accompanied with a child-friendly definition.

Geography: A Visual Encyclopedia

Created in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution, Geography: A Visual Encyclopedia explores every aspect of our world, from the North to the South Pole, and from the outer atmosphere to the fiery core and from natural processes to human impact. iscover terrifying earthquakes, priceless gemstones, and storms that can destroy buildings. Understand how weather works, what causes the seasons, and the power of water to shape the landscape. Explore life on Earth, and countries and cultures from all around the world. Packed with facts, maps, explanations, illustrations, and photographs, Geography: A Visual Encyclopedia is the ultimate guide to our planet.

Maps and Globes (Reading Rainbow Book)

Children's Illustrated Atlas

A picture atlas that takes young readers on a visual journey around the world, from Spain and Portugal to China and Mongolia.Continents and countries are brought to life through stunning photography and eye-catching illustrations. Uncover incredible geographical features, wildlife, culture, history, and landmarks in unprecedented detail.

Mark Twain Geography Workbook, Geography for Kids Grade 7-8

Geography for kids ages 12+

Explore the eastern hemisphere with your middle school child with the activity-packed Mark Twain Geography Workbook.

7th Grade Geography workbooks are a great way for 7th grade and eighth grade students to have a thorough understanding of eastern hemisphere geography through focused lessons and practice.

The World Game - Geography Card Game

Kids, teens, and adults will enjoy this geography game that can also double as flashcards for practice.

Continent Race - Geography Learning Educational Game for Kids

A collaborative game for ages 7 and up That has varying levels of difficulty so that multiple ages can be included and challenged. Geography games like this are a great way to take your children on global adventures from the coziness of the kitchen table.

The 50 States: Explore the U.S.A. with 50 fact-filled maps!

This is a beautifully illustrated children's atlas that is full of interesting facts and figures from landmarks to famous residents, key facts and dates for each state.

Antique Globe

MORE THAN DECORATION: Antique Globe (5.5-inch, height Including stand: 7 1/2") has high quality printing which is fine and clear, led to a very easy and enjoyable experience when one to read the geographical sphere. It displays countries, political boundaries, capital cities, major cities, and more, feel free to use it every day and refer to it anytime.

State Quarter Map (US State Quarter Series)

This gift just keeps on giving as they not only get a great map gift but also the fun of the hunt collecting each of the 50 quarters that fit inside.

Resources For Kids Learning Geography

  • 1. The inexpensive geography mats we actually picked up at Wal-mart a few years back.  One side has a world map and the other mat has the U.S. and then the flip side on both mats is blank.  We did and still do quick geography quizzes with them.  We will study a region, then quickly flip on the back side and try to fill in with a dry erase markers as many rivers, boundaries and countries that we could get.  Me too, I was included in the race to see how many I could label in a short time.

  • 2 National Geographic Visual Atlas of the World You know anything by National Geographic is top notch.  I always said I would never buy anything this big because of the problem of storing it.  That didn’t last long because once you take a look at how breath taking the solar system looks in it and how they compare geography facts like comparing two continents, it looks so much better in a large book.  Too, it is easier as the kids get bigger to gather around a bigger book.  (Tip: Always check to see that you are buy the most current edition.)

  • 3. DK is another favorite publisher. Complete Atlas of the World, 2nd Edition I actually got this one because it had some facts like population growth, global climate and border conflicts that I want my boys aware of.  The physical world maps are more in depth though not as vivid as the National Geographic.

Geography Resources For Kids

  • 4.  National Geographic Family Reference Atlas of the World, Third Edition is another beauty by National Geographic.  I purchased this one because of key information like tables, charts, biodiversity, education.  It truly is a family reference.  I guess if you had to make a choice for your middle to high school kids, this would be in the top running.
  • 5.   Junior Classroom Atlas This is one of our first ones because it is suited for elementary aged children and we still refer to it when the other atlases are teeming with overwhelming information.  Sometimes you can have too much information and it helps to break it down to the general sweeping facts.
  • 6.  CLASSROOM ATLAS-REVISED 2012 This is geared toward about middle school and can be used for elementary ages too.  It has been updated and it is one I will probably be adding soon.  Even though stats change, I feel some atlases are timeless.  Not so much changes (physical earth wise) that you can’t use an older atlas.  Sure, stats will change, but if your kids are young, they are not interested in that kind of stuff right now anyway.

Geography Books Kids

  • 7.   Historical Atlas of the World 1st (first) edition Text Only An historical map is one that you will need when studying ancient history because it shows the boundaries or empires as they were then.  It really helps your kids to get a foot hold on ancient history.  You can see this one is out date, but then again it’s ancient history and how much updating can you possibly do.  So I don’t always fall for having to have the most up to date.
  • 8.  Historical Atlas of the World  Now what I do fall for is when another kid needs their own copy.  So I have purchased the updated copy of the historical atlas simply because I had two older middle school kids and we needed more than one.  I won’t go into the fights over having their own copies.
  • 9.  Free geography vocabulary words I made and put them on a O ring.  These are good for your kids to study later too.
  • 10.  National Geographic World Atlas for Young Explorers, Third Edition
    I got this one because it we could read about things like the animals for the website links they gave us and each continent had basic facts.  Like it says more about the exploring aspect of geography and we love this one.  It is especially good for a child that is geography phobic so they can see  geography is about so much more than finding the prime meridian.  It is about exploring and going to far away places.
  • 11.  A Child’s Introduction to the World: Geography, Cultures, and People – From the Grand Canyon to the Great Wall of China  This is a really sweet book.  It includes a pop-up paper globe and stickers.  I like it because though its geared toward younger learners, it can still stand up for older kids too because of the information in it.  It is another keeper for multiple ages of children.

Homeschool Geography For Kids

  • 12.  The Usborne Internet-Linked Encyclopedia of World Geography With Complete World Atlas (Geography Encyclopedias) Again, another one of my very first purchases.  I always made sure I didn’t just buy curriculum but had enough back in my budget for references that would stand the test of time.  A great reference book that we just love.

  • 13.   What is geography without games? And,  Professor Noggin’s History & Geography Card Games: Set of 6 is one of our favorite series.  We have a lot of them.
22 Homeschool Geography Go To Resources

More Geography Go To Resources

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  • Mega List of Workbook Style Homeschool Curriculum For K to 12 Kids
  • DIY Atlas – North Star Highschool Geography is Here!

Also, I’ve update our geography go to resources.

The other two we have that didn’t make the picture because Mr. Senior had them someplace are Geography: A Visual Encyclopedia which is absolutely stunning which is why I can’t find it right now and has a lot of different things like gemstones, earthquakes and weather.  

And the other one is Atlas of World Geography which is a highschool level book that gets lost around here frequently too.  It is the one I will be using on North Star Geography, well at least for Mr. Awesome.

22 Homeschool Geography Go To Resources

Then of course my newest tool that makes studying geography absolutely a breeze is WonderMaps. You can print black or white maps or color maps.

Geography Wonder Maps

Take off boundaries or leave them on ALL with a click of your mouse. It truly is going to make studying geography so much more than finding boundaries or locating countries.

Homeschool Geography Go To Resources

Though we love all of our resources and we add to them as we plod along during the years, those above are keepers and I feel are basic to any library.

Do you have any geography go to resources that your family luvs?

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8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

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Grab one or more of these 8 Peter Rabbit garden ideas to add some fun hands-on learning to your unit but don’t forget to hop on down to my DIY for how to make a preschool garden box. Also, look at The Tale of Peter Rabbit Printables for a Fun Spring Unit Study.

I don’t need to tell you how wonderful it is to get your children outside in the fresh air.

Digging in the dirt, and getting healthy microbes to help build immunity, absorbing sunshine, and enjoying nature is fun this time of year.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Nature walks, pond studies, and of course, starting a garden are wonderful spring activities.

But sometimes you just have to get stuff done inside or the weather is not participating in your plans.

Peter Rabbit to the rescue indoors!

You have a wonderful variety of choices from the list below from sensory bins to science and art projects.

And then I have a wonderful activity that will keep everyone from toddlers to preschoolers busy for a while with their dramatic play in a felt preschool garden box.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit Book

First, add some of these living books to your library.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Books by Beatrix Potter

Your kids will love the whole series of books by Beatrix Potter to add to a unit study or fun learning for the day.

The Tale of Peter Rabbit

The Tale of Peter Rabbit is the original classic by Beatrix Potter. The Tale of Peter Rabbit was first published by Frederick Warne in 1902 and endures as Beatrix Potter's most popular and well-loved tale. It tells the story of a very mischievous rabbit and the trouble he encounters in Mr McGregor's vegetable garden! Re-originated in 2002 to mark the centenary of publication bringing it closer to the original edition, six illustrations were restored, four that were removed in 1903 to make room for endpapers and two that have never been used before, Beatrix having initially prepared more illustrations than could be accommodated in the original format. Beatrix Potter is regarded as one of the world's best-loved children's authors of all time. From her first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, published by Frederick Warne in 1902, she went on to create a series of stories based around animal characters including Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-duck, Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Tom Kitten. Her humorous, lively tales and beautiful illustrations have become a natural part of childhood. With revenue from the sales of her books, Beatrix Potter bought a farm - Hill Top - in the English Lake District, where she later became a farmer and prize-winning sheep breeder. 

The Tailor of Gloucester (Beatrix Potter Read & Play)

"In the time of swords and periwigs and full-skirted coats with flowered lappets—when gentlemen wore ruffles, and gold-laced waistcoats of paduasoy and taffeta—there lived a tailor in Gloucester..."Potter described 'The Tailor of Gloucester' as her own favorite among her books. It was based on the true story of a tailor who left the unsewn pieces of a coat in his shop and found that the garment had been mysteriously finished for him in the night. It turned out that the real tailor's assistants were his apprentices, but in Beatrix Potter's version of the story the secret helpers are skillful little brown mice.(1866–1943) loved the countryside and spent much of her childhood drawing and studying animals. The landscape that Peter Rabbit first introduced to us in 1902 is still today one of most popular and well-loved worlds. What started as an endearing story about a bunny rabbit would soon become the first ember for the illustrious series that is , & a story which has endured retelling after retelling at bedtimes all over the world.

The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle (Peter Rabbit)

The Tale of Mrs Tiggy-winkle is an original classic by Beatrix Potter. The Tale of Mrs Tiggy-winkle was first published in 1905, and is as charming today as it was then. It tells the tale of a hidden home high in the hills. It is discovered one day by a little girl called Lucie, who is in search of her missing pocket handkerchiefs. She knocks on the tiny door, and meets Mrs Tiggy-winkle who does all the washing and ironing for the neighbouring animals. Lucie spends a lovely day helping her, and it's only right at the end of the day that she realises Mrs Tiggy-winkle is a hedgehog! Beatrix Potter is regarded as one of the world's best-loved children's authors of all time. From her first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, published by Frederick Warne in 1902, she went on to create a series of stories based around animal characters including Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-duck, Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Tom Kitten. Her humorous, lively tales and beautiful illustrations have become a natural part of childhood. With revenue from the sales of her books, Beatrix Potter bought a farm - Hill Top - in the English Lake District, where she later became a farmer and prize-winning sheep breeder.

The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher (Peter Rabbit)

The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher endures as one of Beatrix Potter's most popular and well-loved tales. It tells of an optimistic and slightly accident-prone frog, who sets off on a fishing expedition across the pond, only to find himself bitten on the toe by a water-beetle, fighting with a stickleback, and eventually nearly eaten by a trout! The Tale of Jeremy Fisher is number seven in Beatrix Potter's series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows: 1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit 2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin 3 The Tailor of Gloucester 4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny 5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice 6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle 7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher 8 The Tale of Tom Kitten 9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck 10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies 11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse 12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes 13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod 15 The Tale of Pigling Bland 16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers 17 The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan 18 The Tale of Ginger and Pickles 19 The Tale of Little Pig Robinson 20 The Story of a Fierce Bad Rabbit 21 The Story of Miss Moppet 22 Appley Dapply's Nursery Rhymes 23 Cecily Parsley's Nursery Rhymes

The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck (Peter Rabbit)

The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck is an original classic by Beatrix Potter. Poor Jemima. All she wants to do is lay her eggs in peace, and be allowed to hatch them herself. At last she flies off and finds the perfect place. Little does the silly duck realise that the charming gentleman who has lent her his woodshed is busily planning a delicious meal of . . . roast duck! Jemima was a real duck belonging to Beatrix Potter, who lived at her farm, Hill Top. The story also features Beatrix's own sheepdog, Kep, who thankfully manages to save Jemima from a nasty fate! Beatrix Potter is regarded as one of the world's best-loved children's authors of all time. From her first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, published by Frederick Warne in 1902, she went on to create a series of stories based around animal characters including Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-duck, Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Tom Kitten

Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit Knit Plush

SOFT & HUGGABLE: This Easter stuffed animal is made from soft, huggable materials and features surface-washable construction for easy cleaning. Each Peter Rabbit stuffed animal is appropriate for ages 1 and up and ships in a protective poly bag.

You just need two items from Dollar Tree and some felt to recreate this adorable little traveling garden to keep small hands occupied and little imaginations growing big.

You can use the garden box and the little felt veggies in lots of ways like finding out about different veggies.

Use Farm Anatomy as a great reference along with it.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Next, look at these Peter Rabbit garden ideas.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas

  1. Here is another activity I created for the theme with felt to practice some basic math skills, Fun Mr. McGregor’s Vegetable Garden Simple Frugal Math Activity.
  2. Let your little one’s imagination take over with Peter Rabbit Small World Sensory Play, a sweet little mini garden at their fingertips.
  3. Take some of your harvest (even if it’s from the grocery store) and learn How to Make DIY Fruit & Veggie Stamped Tea Towels for a precious garden-themed art project.
  4. Cooking with littles is always a great idea, it teaches them so much, stay on theme with this Rabbit Food Lettuce Wrap- Cooking with Kids.
  5. I created these 7 Science Garden Ideas and Make a Pizza Container Garden with older kids in mind but most activities are very easily adapted to preschoolers as well. Preschoolers love pizza too!
  6. Learn about growing Your own Vegetable Soup Unit Study as you talk about gardens and what grows in them.
  7. Need a little bit more for your garden theme? Check out my Easy Seeds and Gardening Unit Study for Kids with plenty of ideas to create a unique and fun unit.
  8. Playdough and a precious, precocious preschooler go perfectly together for this Peter Rabbit Invitation to Play.
8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Before you begin your garden box find a container.

They have several small boxes and bins at Dollar Tree, but I wanted something a little larger.

After searching up and down the aisle for a while I found this cat litter box in the pet aisle that worked perfectly and was the most generous in size, but you can use whatever you like.

How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Supplies Needed:

  • Shallow plastic box
  • Pool noodle(s)
  • Brown Felt
  • Colored felt
  • Hot glue
  • Scissors
  • Stuffing or scraps of felt.
8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

First, use a kitchen knife to cut down the pool noodle to the width of the litter box.

Because the litter box has angled sides you will also need to cut the ends at a slight angle, you want it to fit tightly down into the box.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Repeat until you fill up the box, leaving a little space between each noodle.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Cut brown felt for each piece the exact length and either just big enough to wrap around or not quite touch.

Cover in hot glue making sure to get the edges.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Wrap around the noodle and smooth it down.

Put hot glue on each end of the cut noodle and press quickly into place, hold until the glue cools and hardens.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Repeat until each one is in place and the box is filled.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Now, the fun part, creating the little stuffed felt veggies to put in your garden.

Cut simple shapes out of the felt, you want to choose things that grow out of or under the ground so that you are also teaching your child correctly at the same time.

How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Some ideas are carrots, parsnips, lettuce, radishes, and potatoes.

Cut two pieces out at the same time for each vegetable.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Remember to also cut out greenery at the same time for your tops of items like the carrots.

Run a bead of glue all the way around one piece of your felt veggies leaving just enough open to add stuffing.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Quickly press the matching opposite side into the hot glue and allow to cool.

Once glue is set and cooled, stuff the inside, using a pencil to get it all the way in.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Add the greenery to the top between the two layers and glue the rest of the way closed.

For lettuce/cabbage cut wavy strips and/or small leafy pieces

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

Roll the strips, bunching and gluing randomly as you go until your head of lettuce is as big as you’d like it.

Push your vegetables into the spaces between each “row”.

Add a basket for gathering and enjoy their imagination taking over.

8 Peter Rabbit Garden Ideas | How To Make A Preschool Garden Box

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