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Homeschool Field Trips
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items Homeschool or public, these field trips will enhance your child's/children's education with hands-on, engaging experiences. These field trips are located in the Tampa Bay Area.
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Nature
Science
Mathematics
Literacy
Art
Nature
Engaging with nature is a necessity for all people, not just children. Get out into the world and learn how animals, nature, and people work together in the environment.
Check for special events, but even if there are none, going to Lowry Park Zoo is special on an ordinary day. Learn about animals, the environment, and maybe feed some animals their lunch!
ZooTampa at Lowry Park Admission Ticket - Groupon
I love the Tampa Aquarium and if you check their calendar, you'll find out their Homeschool Days where your children can take a class on specific natural subjects.
Aquarium in Tampa - Deals Up to 70% Off - Groupon
Sunken gardens has been stepping up their game since I was a kid. They have so much more to do and see. Not to mention Great Explorations museum which is connected to the building.
Sunken Gardens - From $18 - Saint Petersburg - Groupon
Take a bike ride or nature stroll through Lake Seminole's trails. They have recently added sidewalks throughout the entirety of the park so it is very stroller/wagon friendly!
Lake Seminole Park
Visit Boyd Hill, especially on an event day. You'll see enough wildlife on your own through the trails, but don't forget to check out their exhibits in the building.
Boyd Hill Nature Preserve - St. Pete Parks and Rec
Science
Science is a broad subject. These field trips will focus on the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math).
MOSI is centered around science and engineering. Check their site to find special event dates and homeschool days.
Museum of Science and Industry in Tampa - Groupon
Tour the local water treatment plant and learn about how water is treated for our houses and buildings.
St. Petersburg Water Facilities Open to the Public During Open ...
This could be a very special math or science field trip--and Groupon has great discounts! Embrace engineering and discuss the logistics of rollercoasters.
LEGOLAND Deals & Discounts | Save on Tickets with Groupon
STEM and robotics courses and classes for children with several locations in the Tampa Bay Area.
Snapology | Kid's STEM & Robotics Classes, Camps & Parties
Mathematics
Math is seen in daily real-world scenarios, so get out into the world! Purchasing groceries, baking, physics, and more are all found around your own neighborhood.
It may not sound like the most exciting field trip, but it goes to show how much we use math in our daily lives. Have your child keep track of the budget, get the correct lbs of meet/cheese from the deli, and calculate discounted items.
Publix: Where Shopping is a Pleasure | Publix Super Markets
Look out for kids cooking classes as a fun, engaging way to teach math in the real world. Fractions, conversions, time, and reactions.
Homepage - Seminole FL
Angles, numeric order, scorekeeping--there's more math in mini golf than meets the eye.
Mini Golf in Clearwater - Deals Up to 70% Off | Groupon
Home Depot offers free kids classes where your child will be guided how to build a specific item (bird house, craft box, etc.)
The Home Depot
Literacy
Literacy is not solely the allhabet. Storytelling, communicating, and informing are all aspects of literacy. These field trips will offer opportunities to gain interest in these skills.
Take a trip once a week to your local library. Getting a library card feels special and you'll have a large selection of books for your children to peruse. Libraries also host special academic events.
Barbara S. Ponce Public Library
Your child will enjoy storytelling through the creative and fun world of puppet theatre.
Bits N Pieces Puppet Theatre
Glazer museum has so much to offer, but specifically for literacy, focus on pretend play. Playing roles builds social conversation, back and forth dialogue, and builds vocabulary in real-world-like scenarios.
Glazer Children's Museum, 110 W Gasparilla Plz, Tampa, FL
Schedule a tour of Tampa Bay Times and see how reporters, publishers, and editors work on a daily basis to get news out to our area.
Tampa Bay, Florida news | Tampa Bay Times/St. Pete Times
Art
If you live in the Tampa Bay Area, there are an endless supply of art and expression opportunities. Listed below are some amazing places to consider.
Beautiful museum that has many events throughout their calendar year for children. They have a sensory morning (accessibility and the arts) on certain dates.
The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art
Your children will get the chance to paint their own pottery to keep after it has been fired in the kiln by the Pikasso professionals!
Practically Pikasso
Your child will gain a new appreciation for culture and the arts at the Tampa Theater which hosts a variety of shows.
Tampa Theatre
Michael's offers free craft classes (especially around holidays) where your child will be guided through an art or craft project.
Michaels: Arts & Crafts, Frames, Seasonal Décor | DIY & Inspiration
Ruth Echerd has a variety of shows, but their orchestras and symphonies are amazing. They play movie orchestral soundtracks as well (Star Wars, Disney, etc.)
Ruth Eckerd Hall