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6 adventurous families & 1 amazing teacher traveling together and making the world our classroom.

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12/04/2024

Today, our crew engaged in a flavorful journey as we took a cooking lesson at a local tavern, a short drive away from our village.

The day kicked off with a short introduction to the specificities of Crete, including what makes its cuisine stand out from the traditional Greek dishes.

And then the proper fun began - we made some cheese from scratch, using the fresh milk from the owner’s goats! We took turns stirring, added a few ingredients in the end (vinegar, salt and a hint of sugar), and voilà - some yummy cheese for everyone to enjoy!

We also made three other dishes: the famous tzatziki (a variant with carrots in it), 'ntakos' (some dry and crunchy bread with tomatoes and crumbled feta on it) and 'strapatsada' (a kind of omelet with little tomatoes).

It was a lot of fun, of course. But we also learned a few things about how local people live and eat, how they used to back in the days, and how Crete is somewhat different from mainland Greece.

The best part of this day was the interactions it provided for all with two wonderful ladies - Stella, the tavern's owner and mother of 5, who generously organized this lesson for us and was very patient and a great teacher.
And Irene, a lovely woman from the village we are based in, who helped us arrange this and provided lots of extra information about life in the area.

Thank you so much to the two of you (and to our wonderful teacher Becca, for coordinating this day) for this very successful outing!

Worldschooling at its best 🙌

10/04/2024

A wonderful aspect of our community is that the line between learners and teachers is always fluctuating. Even more so with the many opportunities brings to discover new facts and concepts daily!

In Crete, this has taken the shape of certain kids delivering presentations to their classmates about their favorite Greek gods and goddesses. Our teacher Becca learning Greek alongside her students during the class’s weekly lesson. One of our parents coming as a guest speaker to talk about the Hero's Journey in Greek mythology.

Such a beautiful thing to see knowledge being passed around between kids, parents and educators alike, and everyone getting richer as a result!

Let's keep the knowledge flowing and growing together - share your favorite learning moments below!

🙏 John E. Cardenas for your intervention today :)

01/04/2024

Crete, Day 1 - first impressions:

1. We can already confirm that Crete is absolutely gorgeous - crystal clear water, rocky mountains around, deep blue skies.

2. Today, we got to see our village awaken from its long, winter slumber, with shops and restaurants getting spruced up and ready to get back into action in (what seems to be) a few days.

3. The weather now is absolute perfection, making it possible for the children to spend a large part of their school day outside (including when they told each other about the various things they saw and did during their break).

4. The only (tiny) grocery store that is currently operating in the village doesn't carry Coke Zero, but it does offer salt fish.

5. It's good for everyone (kids and parents!) to see their friends again.

6. With the schoolhouse being located a 3-minute walk to the sea, recess will consistently happen on the beach. What a treat!

7. Crete is absolutely gorgeous - wait, did we mention that already?!

29/03/2024

Our school breaks are usually a blend of rest, exploration and everyone making their way to our next location. At their own pace and in their own way!

In some cases, we use the opportunity to spend a few more days in a different region of the country we just lived in. In other, we rush to the next location to see some spots we know we won't have time to check out while there. Or go visit another country, just because we happen to be in the same area and the opportunity is too good to pass up 🤪. Occasionally, we get a chance to recharge at home or reconnect with old friends.

No matter how we spend our time off, these breaks always provide an opportunity for quality time with our loved ones.

In a few days, we'll gather in Crete for our sixth session of the year - undoubtedly with a few stories about our diverse adventures!

(Pictures of some members of our community during the current break, in Spain, Greece and Abu Dhabi. Others have been spending time in Italy, Poland and Cyprus 🤩)

John E Cardenas
Corinne Finch Cleverley
Nicki Herd-Walker
Jane Liaw

25/03/2024

Reminiscing about Tirana's vibrant soul, one mural at a time! 🎨

21/03/2024

Our kids have been incredibly lucky to have the best Albanian teacher they could have hoped for these past five weeks!

Elda not only taught them some very useful Albanian words and phrases (seriously, that language is a challenge! 😅), but she also shared fascinating facts about Albanian culture and history, giving them a real taste of Albania.

She even brought them those red and white bracelets for the Summer Day Festival and showed them how to make tarator - a yummy yogurt sauce with garlic and dill that they all enjoyed!

Thank you so very much - or should we say *Falemenderit* 😉 - for your generosity, Elda Sokoli! ❤️

15/03/2024

To celebrate , the kids got a slice of 𝛑(e) at school yesterday! 🥧

After being introduced to the concept by our teacher one parent came to school as a guest speaker to talk about the significance of pi and Monte Carlo simulation. The children then calculated pi using plates and yarn. And of course, what better way to conclude the lesson than with some yummy pie! 😋

Thank you Tameez for putting this together and adding some extra flavor to that math-filled morning.

A wonderful aspect of our community of traveling families is that everyone gets to both contribute and benefit from others' contributions - 🔄

📷: Jane Liaw (thank you!)

08/03/2024

Flowers were everywhere today in for !

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07/03/2024

Today was in ! (this is in reference to the fact that the first school here opened on 7 March 1887).

An opportunity for our children to express their gratitude - be it with flowers, cookies or words - to the special person they get to learn so much with and from, daily.

Thank you so much to our wonderful teacher for being such an amazing educator!

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28/02/2024

Staying in Albania for 5 weeks means that some big historical facts and otherwise intimidating notions such as communism, the Cold War, vs. tyranny, democracy vs. dictatorship, etc. come to life all around you. And therefore instantly become more accessible and interesting to learn.

To help our kids dig deeper in a practical way, one of the parents in our community - who was born in Moscow at the time it was part of the USSR! - came to school as a guest speaker today to talk about Communist .

At the end of the presentation, the children got to work on their own propaganda posters using tools - talk about past meets present! The objective being to promote positive messages and values directed to kids - be a good sport, be good to animals, take good care of your environment, etc.

A great opportunity for our kids to be exposed to the distinctive aesthetics of that era, all the while developing their critical thinking and awareness of historical and societal issues.

Take a look at these designs 🤩 - any favorite that stands out?

21/02/2024

Back to school in Tirana!

While our kiddos discovered their new schoolhouse, some parents got to enjoy a nice coffee together.

Such a privilege for all to full-time travel with friends!

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29/01/2024

In our school, happens as much in the classroom as it does outside of it!

23/01/2024

Our field trips are always a great opportunity to be reminded that not all classrooms have four walls. 🤩

In the archeological site of , observing ancient mosaics will teach you lots of fascinating stories about gods, goddesses, their heirs, siblings and descendants. 😍

We learned that Daphne's only way to escape Apollo was to turn into a tree. That during some social gatherings and parties, there was a person in charge of deciding the proportion of water to be added to the wine (depending on whether you wanted the conversation serious or light! 🙃) And that Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet are very clearly derived from Thisbe and Pyramus, lovers in Babylon who also died in similarly tragic circumstances.

We then went to 's necropolis where no King is actually buried 🤪. And a gorgeous site!

Thank you Jerome for a great tour!

17/01/2024

New year, new country, new adventures!

So happy to kick off the second term of this unique school year in Cyprus, right at the crossroads of so many beautiful cultures!

We're still waiting for some new friends who will join us here shortly, but school has resumed smoothly on Monday with kids jumping right back into their math and reading routine.

Today, they also enjoyed a session our amazing teacher Becca facilitated. Plus gorgeous views at recess and lunch break 😍

Could we ask for more? Probably not. ❤️

📸: Teacher Becca, and Together Explorers

13/12/2023

Our workshop with the talented Siham (Henna Art Discovery) was an incredibly rich experience for our children!

They first were told about the history of henna, learnt how to make it, studied traditional designs and created their own and learnt how to apply it with their own kit (and applied their new skills on their parents immediately 😜) And of course, they all received a professional application!

Another great deep dive into Moroccan culture. 🤩

Thanks again, Siham, for sharing your knowledge and talent with our group!

Pictures/videos: Together Explorers, Zelora Images Photography, Henna Art Discovery 🙏

08/12/2023

[WE NEED YOUR HELP!] As a way to give back, our children have been raising funds for a wonderful local animal shelter (👋 Gîte animalier de l'espoir région Essaouira - Hope Animal Shelter). They rescue street dogs and cats and provide them with a clean and safe environment, medical care, food and much love.

Their fundraising campaign has almost reached the target they had set ($1,000) - they are missing less than $50! If you want to help them help the Essaouira Hope Animal Shelter, please consider making a donation! (or please help spread the word!)

Hope Animal Shelter >>> https://gofund.me/ad79c674

On their behalf, THANK YOU! ❤️

03/12/2023

Morocco has been so wonderful to us, the children have been looking at ways to give back.

They identified two local non-profit organizations that do a wonderful job here. And have launched fundraising campaigns to try and help them with their actions.

✨ Gîte animalier de l'espoir région Essaouira (Hope Animal Shelter) is a shelter that rescues street dogs and cats and provides them with a clean and safe environment, medical care, food and much love.�

✨ English street class runs free English classes for local children (and adults) to give them better professional opportunities in the future.�

Our children have been working very hard on these campaigns to ensure they reach out to the largest amount of people and are successful, and both causes are truly very important and need all the support we can offer.

If you want to help raise funds for these two wonderful organizations, please consider making a donation - no amount is too small!

Hope Animal Shelter >>> https://gofund.me/ad79c674
English Street Class >>> https://gofund.me/9fc77b7b

On their behalf, THANK YOU! ❤️

01/12/2023

Yesterday, our kiddos embarked on a culinary adventure and learned how to make authentic Moroccan tajines!

Thanks to Abdou Taj, they had the great experience of picking the freshest ingredients at the market and preparing two versions of this Moroccan cuisine classic – chicken and beef. And of course, eat the result of their hard work! 😋

Not only did they learn valuable cooking skills, but they also gained a deeper appreciation for Moroccan culture and cuisine. Worldschooling at its best!

Yum!

📷: (thanks!)

22/11/2023

The guided tour of the Essaouira medina we took part in a few days ago (children and parents!) was so rich and interesting!

Our guide led us through the maze of narrow streets, each turn revealing captivating stories. We passed by traditional artisan workshops, and entered one of them to witness the intricate craftsmanship of local woodworkers.🤩

A few interesting facts we learnt on that tour:
✨ there are five essential elements shared by all Moroccans, regardless of their background – water (at the fountains spread out all over town), bread (at the bakeries), education (at school), prayer (at the mosque), and purification (at the hammam).
✨ the Essaouira medina is the only one in Morocco that was built according to a pre-existing plan, and was designed around the co-existence of Muslims and Jews, living side by side on both sides of the main street.
✨ the name 'Berber' comes from the French 'barbare', has a negative undertone - it was used to refer to the Tamarigh people, who today still make up for 70% of the Moroccan people.

What about you? What was the best guided visit you ever participated in? Where was it and what did you learn that you still remember to this day?

12/11/2023

After two very different but equally intense sessions in Italy, we have changed countries (and continents!) to explore another side of the Mediterranean culture.

Our third (and last 2023 session) starts tomorrow in . But our group of families and our teacher couldn't resist a quick get-together to catch up and tell each other about our "off" week.

Tisbah Ala Hair (good night) for now, and excited to see what has in store for us!

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18/10/2023

So much to see, so much to learn!
Last week's excursion to Grotte Di Castelcivita provided a great opportunity to get a closer look at stalactites, stalagmites, columns and... 🦇🦇🦇!

16/10/2023

Probably the biggest perk of is the *privilege* for our kids to see in real life what they spent a whole week studying in the books. Our tour of this Sunday as a community was such a treat for the children and the adults alike! 🤩

A little glimpse of what we learned:

- Pompeii was in fact destroyed 3 times: once in an earthquake, once because of the Vesuvius eruption and once during WWII when it was bombed 160 times!;
- it was a very smelly place back in the day because of the mule manure everywhere;
- its roads are a testament the great Roman engineering, with 7 layers underneath making them super strong and time-resistant;
- 60% of its inhabitants at the time of its destruction were actually slaves who were for the most part educated and skilled, and came from all over the world.��

What other historical sites would you recommend for ?

07/10/2023

What are the main ingredients in a salami di cioccolato?

Let's make one (or 10! 😋) and find out!

Hint:
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06/10/2023

A well-rounded educational experience for our kiddos today, focusing on the local ecosystems, with a beach clean up and recycling workshop (and a bit of time to swim and enjoy a quick swim, too 😋).

Though at first glance the beach looked fairly clean, they soon realized that there was lots of 'spazzatura' (trash) to pick up. They later got to re-use it creatively during a nice arts and crafts session. At the end of the workshop, several mentioned how happy they had been to contribute and be useful.

A well-balanced day, with some time to learn, time to reflect, time for fun and time for creativity!

01/10/2023

What a wonderful break it has been!

After 5 intense weeks spent getting to know each other in Torino, our group got some well-deserved time off. Time to rest, to spend some quality time as a family, or to visit close friends. And of course, time to explore more of this gorgeous country: Venice, the Dolomites, Tuscany, or Sardinia, everyone chose to spend this week differently.

As this equally intense week is coming to an end, we have all made our way down to the Campania region, a couple hours South of Napoli.

After the beautiful, urban setting of Torino, it will be very interesting for our kiddos to discover another side of Italy - its rural, Southern identity, the olive trees, the sea, and so much more.

So excited to kick off our second session in Italy! 🇮🇹

What about you? What's your favorite place to visit in Italy?

28/09/2023

Any families with children 8-12 years old planning on being in Morocco in November/December?

We're a group of families traveling together, along with a (fantastic!) teacher we have hired to bring school everywhere we go. And, quite literally, make the world our classroom.

As one family just had to return to the US due to personal circumstances, we currently have an opening for one very special family for our upcoming Essaouira session (November 13th to December 16th, 2023).

If you're a kind and adventurous family, and the timeline and location work for you, please reach out so that we can discuss further! And if you can't make it but know someone who may, don't hesitate to tag them or send them our way.

Happy travels, everyone ❤️

22/09/2023

In just 5 short weeks, and thanks to the dedication of our wonderful teacher, our kiddos have become true experts of the city of Torino.

To wrap up this first session in a memorable way, they designed and ran a scavenger hunt for us parents! We were given a series of fun (and sometimes challenging!) questions, clues and tasks - all of which gave us an opportunity to revisit the city and go back to some of the kids' favorite places (and even required some of us to do push-ups. 😅)

From the train station to the ice cream parlor that invented the ancestor of the Magnum bar, the Egyptian museum, the Valentino park or Chapel of the Holy Shroud, our 3 "competing" teams had great fun running around the gorgeous city.

The morning culminated with a well-deserved gelato for everyone - such a fun way to spend time as a community, while reminiscing on the highlights of this session! 🤩

20/09/2023

A few days ago, our kiddos got to watch the movie Pinocchio (in Italian!), starring Roberto Benigni. A great opportunity to rediscover that classic Italian tale, while reviewing some of the vocabulary and phrases they've been learning.

The screening followed a custom visit to the Museo Nazionale del Cinema di Torino prepared by our wonderful teacher for a full cultural experience.

Viva il cinema!

20/09/2023

As our first session in Torino is slowly coming to an end, the children went to buy postcards yesterday to send to a loved one as part of their school day.

A seemingly easy task but requiring lots of different skills - from knowing how to ask for stamps in Italian, to giving correct change and practicing their writing later on.

And they all received lots of compliments for their use of Italian and use of please and thank you from the postcard shop!

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Have you always wanted to travel with a bunch of friends, for your kids and yourself? Are you interested in discovering beautiful #cyprus, #albania, #greece and #bulgaria? Do you want your kids to have a uniquely great 'school' experience? Then consider joining our amazing traveling school and community, as we continue our adventures in 2024! 💫 If all this sounds appealing, please get in touch and let's touch base! #worldschooling #travelingwithkids #travelinglife #travelingwithkids #travelinglife #alternativeschool #theworldisourclassroom #slowtravel

So proud of our kiddos who successfully ran fundraisers to help two local non-profits, under the supervision of our wonderful teacher Becca and with the assistance of our extended community. Not only did they exceed their fundraising goals thanks to their efforts to reach out to the widest range of family members and friends, they also had the privilege to deliver the proceeds directly to the beneficiaries. And saw the positive impact of philanthropy in action! 😍 #worldschooling #travelingschool #alternativeschool #morocco #travelwithkids #fundraising #nonprofit education #animalshelter

Yesterday, our kiddos embarked on a culinary adventure and learned how to make authentic tajines! Thanks to Abdou Taj, they had the great experience of picking the freshest ingredients at the market and preparing two versions of this Moroccan cuisine classic – chicken and beef. And of course, eat the result of their hard work! 😋 Not only did they learn valuable cooking skills, but they also gained a deeper appreciation for Moroccan culture and cuisine. Worldschooling at its best! Yum! 📷: @ourfamiliaventures (thanks!) #morocco #essaouira #worldschooling #theworldisourclassroom #experientiallearning #travelingwithkids

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