Category Archives: For Teachers

Serenity Live: Old South Meeting House

Built in 1729, the Old South Meeting House was one of the first buildings to be declared a historic site in the U.S,  as it was the location of the meetings that sparked the famous Boston Tea Party movement of 1773. To continue the significance of this building’s history, poet Phillis Wheatley, Samuel Adams, Ben Franklin, and William…
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Travel Feature Friday with Michelle: Dr. Seuss Museum

You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum is dedicated to the life, works, and lasting impact that Dr. Seuss, aka Theodor Geisel, had on the world. There are two floors jam-packed full of interactive exhibits,…
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Biggest [and Best] Museums in Baltimore

Baltimore has always been full of culture, history, sports, and special events throughout the year. Home to the Baltimore Ravens, the Baltimore Museum of Art, the Maryland Science Center, and many more epitomes of history, it is definitely an amazing place to visit and to help educate the future generations on United States history. If…
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AST Shares: NYC Culture Pass

Attention Parents and Teachers of NYC!! There is a new opportunity for you and your kiddos to get access to some of the most educational spots throughout New York City, and it all starts with getting your New York City Public Library card! ...The New York Public Library is making it even easier for New Yorkers…
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5 Fun Road Trip Activities for Students: App Edition

5 Fun Road Trip Activities for Students: App Edition [caption id="attachment_27318" align="alignright" width="400"] 5 Fun Road Trip Activities for Students: App Edition[/caption] If you are about to embark on a long journey with your student group on a bus or motorcoach, there is one thing you will want to be sure you have: ACTIVITIES. The…
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Civil Rights through the Southern States

civ·il rights ˌsivil ˈrīts/ noun the rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality. The acquisition of civil rights for all has been an ongoing struggle since the dawn of time. Particularly, in America, the struggle for equal rights for all has been particularly relevant in the 20th century, beginning (government-wise) in the 1940s…
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Student Passport FAQ’s

Are you planning an international trip for your student group and don't know where to start? You probably have many questions at this point, questions about the specifics of crossing borders with minors, what paperwork is necessary, and what the process is to acquire it. You may not be too sure where to look for the answers,…
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Best Destinations for 4th Grade Field Trips

4th grade is a pivotal time in a young child's public schooling, this being the year they delve deep into the subjects of group/social learning, mathematical education, and putting together a big picture of how our world works, both scientifically and culturally. What better way to teach these young minds than by taking them on…
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Hawaii Beyond the Beaches

Are you looking for a destination that will enthrall and engage your students, as well as teach them a lot about history, culture, and geology along the way? Do they crave adventure and hands-on experience, with an incredible view to boot? If so, Hawaii is the destination for you! Hawaii is not just a destination…
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