geography

30 Fun Geography Activities for Kids

I believe so strongly in the importance of our children having a global perspective– knowing the world is so much more than about them, their neighborhood, and their country. I’ve found over 30 fun books, games, & playful activities to help facilitate knowledge of geography and a global perspective. Geography Activities for Kids The most […]

A Wanderlust Celebration! Children’s Books with Geography and Travel

In celebration of the publication, The Explorers: The Door in the Alley by Adrienne Kress, I thought why not share good children’s books for geography and exploration enthusiasts — some fiction, some historical fiction, and some nonfiction — for ages 6 to 12. The Explorers: The Door in the Alley by Adrienne Kress releases April […]

Engaging Geography Game: Passport to Culture

I bought Passport To Culture® Game hoping it would be a fun geography game that would reinforce map skills and introduce culture to my kids. I’m so glad I did! It’s already becoming one of our favorite games to play — especially for my 13-year old who loves history and geography more than other subjects. Travel around the world […]

Geography and History YouTube Channels for Elementary

Recently, I shared the best STEM / STEAM YouTube channels. Now let’s look at the best geography and history YouTube channels for elementary kids, ages 5 – 11. Geography YouTube Channels Global Wonders DVD Series This channel only has a few movies but it’s worth mentioning since you can buy the DVDs if you enjoy the content. Are […]

U.S. Geography Games & Puzzles

I love playful learning games and am always looking for the best geography and history games for my kids. Because isn’t it the best to learn through play? So, here are some of my family’s favorite history and geography games and puzzles. U.S. Geography Games & Puzzles Melissa & Doug Wooden USA Map Puzzle This […]

How to Have Fun With Geography: Play Scrambled States Game

Want to get your kids excited about geography? Play The Scrambled States of America from Gamewright. It’s puzzling, challenging, and fun. Scrambled States Game Two or more players take turns drawing and reading a scramble card like this one. Players look at their 5 state cards to see if they can match the scramble card’s requirements. […]

The Most Fun, Interactive World Map Game for Kids

Yes, I did have a big pet peeve when I taught fourth and fifth grade — lack of basic world geography knowledge. In fact, it irritated me so much if my students didn’t know the 7 continents and 5 oceans that I wouldn’t let them go out to recess until they got 100% on a […]

Learning Toys for Kids

The Best Games, Puzzles, Maps, and Building Gifts for Kids Yeah! The long-awaited learning toys gift guides for parents who prefer open-ended play and thinking toys and games to plastic do-it-all-for-you products!! There are five gift guides – literacy, books, math & science, games +, and art+ and I’ll publish one a day until they’re […]