Lesson Plans Ahoy!

Hands-on Learning for Sailing Children and Home Schooling Families

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ebook & paperback
280 pages
Sailing can be a rich educational experience for children - but valuable, transferable learning won't just happen by itself. Whether you’re setting off on a summer cruise, crossing an ocean, or committing to a year or more of home schooling, Lesson Plans Ahoy will make learning relevant and enjoyable. This expanded edition includes a new section on the how-to's of home schooling on a boat with everything parents need to choose or design their own program. Also available on [Amazon.co.uk](https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00BNCP94Q) / [Amazon.ca](https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00BNCP94Q) / [Amazon.com.au](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00BNCP94Q) / [Barnes & Noble](https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lesson-plans-ahoy-second-edition-slavinski/1114973592) Connect experience to education with ten detailed units, including:
  • Science: Model the lunar cycle, dissect a fish, and try chemistry.
  • Mathematics: Graph resource use and study geometry.
  • Writing: A thorough primer for journal, non-fiction, and creative writing.
  • History: Bring the voyages of Columbus and Captain Cook to life.
  • Navigation: Compass use, hands-on mapping, and more.
  • Physical Education: Study heart rate and exercise – on your boat!
Each unit includes detailed information on:
  • Materials required - selected for practicality on a boat.
  • Activities and assignments that your child will enjoy.
  • Age-Appropriate Adaptations for ages 4-12 in detail.
  • Tips for cross-curricular links and enrichment.
  • Suggested resources to support learning.
Plus sections that detail:
  • The pros and cons of packaged versus self-designed programs.
  • Strategies for schooling on board.
  • Structuring a curriculum from overall plan to daily lessons.
Useful appendices, including:
  • Resources, Interdisciplinary Units, and Field Trips.
  • Sample unit breakdowns.
  • Cross-reference to academic standards in national and state curricula (US, UK, Canada, and Australia).
Connect experience to education as a family, and reap the rewards!