Homeschool Educational Track: 
America & World Exploration

ABOUT America & World Exploration TRACK

America & World Exploration Track

Explore U.S. states and cultures around the world through hands-on discovery!

Join us on a dynamic journey across the United States and around the world through engaging, “a la carte” hybrid experiences:

  • Quarter 2: State Showcase: Discover America

  • Quarter 3: World Showcase: Discover the Nations

Designed to spark curiosity and build cultural awareness, this track invites students to dive into geography, history, and connections across the world in a meaningful, hands-on way. Each showcase experience culminates in a capstone event where students research, create, and present trifold displays highlighting the unique landmarks, traditions, and histories of their chosen state or country.

What students will explore:

  • Geography, history, and culture

  • Unique traditions and ways of life

  • Famous landmarks, historical events, and influential people

  • Cultural connections, awareness, and diversity

Students will also develop valuable skills in research, creativity, and public presentation as they share their work with peers and the homeschool community.

Join us as we explore American and the world — one state and one country at a time!

For additional high impact learning experiences for Quarters 1 & 4, be sure to check out our Entrepreneurial / Business Track and other tracks!

Our learning experiences are ALL non-government funded.

Join our online Colorado Homeschool Civic-Minded Families community as well!


Research & analysis • Critical thinking • Presentation & Communication skills
Creativity • Planning • Time management • Organizational skills • Cultural awareness


Quarter 2: State Showcase: Discover America

Description: Calling all young explorers! Join us for an exciting journey across the USA at our State Showcase event. Each student will create a trifold presentation to highlight the unique culture, history, and fun facts of the state chosen.

From the beaches of California to the mountains of Colorado, come see their creativity shine as they take you on a Road Trip Across the USA!

  • Learn cool state facts

  • See colorful and interactive displays

  • Celebrate the hard work of our young presenters

  • Take part in a “50 States Adventure” scavenger hunt

Don’t miss this fun and educational experience!

Preparation:

  • Preparation will be completed “At Home” and available in early October

  • We will send out a Kick Off Email for this learning experience about a week prior to the scheduled Kick-Off & Parent Orientation Zoom Meeting

  • We provide an States Showcase Parent Resource Page to find critical information & guidance throughout the experience preparing for this showcase

  • We will provide a States Showcase Kick-Off & Parent Orientation Zoom Meeting (with replay option) on Thursday, October 8, 2026 from 1:30-2:30pm

Date & Time: Monday, November 30, 2026 | 12:30-2:30pm (option to join via Zoom, if have state)

Location: Castle Rock Library (Event Hall A & B)

Cost Per Student: Free for Members

Age Range: K-12th grade

Registration:

*Registration for this track is Members Only.


Quarter 3: World Showcase: Discover the Nations

Description: Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable journey! Our young explorers are taking you Around the World in One Day with creative trifold presentations featuring countries from every continent. Each student will create a trifold presentation to highlight the unique culture, history, and fun facts of the country chosen.

From the bustling streets of Tokyo to the pyramids of Egypt, from the rainforests of Brazil to the castles of France, come see their creativity shine as they take you on a journey across the world!

  • Learn interesting facts, different cultures, languages, and traditions

  • See colorful, interactive country displays

  • Enjoy fun facts and unique world trivia

  • Participate in a “Passport to the World” scavenger hunt

Come celebrate the diversity of our world and support our presenters as they take us on a Journey Through the Nations! Don’t miss this fun and educational experience!

Preparation:

  • Preparation will be completed “At Home” and available in early January

  • We will send out a Kick Off Email for this learning experience about a week prior to the scheduled Kick-Off & Parent Orientation Zoom Meeting

  • We provide an World Showcase Parent Resource Page to find critical information & guidance throughout the experience preparing for this showcase

  • We will provide a World Showcase Kick-Off & Parent Orientation Zoom Meeting (with replay option) on January 29, 2027 from 2:00-3:00pm

Date & Time: Monday, February 22, 2027 from 12:30-2:30pm (option to join via Zoom, if have country)

Location: Castle Rock Library (Event Hall A & B)

Cost Per Student: Free for Members

Age Range: K-12th grade

Registration:

*Registration for this track is Members Only.


America & World TOOLBOX: ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

We are continually adding more resources (e.g., educational games, teaching resources, etc.) so be sure to check back often!

USA Map Puzzle - Learn States, Capitals & Fun Facts

Engaging and educational resource that helps students learn U.S. states, capitals, and fun facts through hands-on activity. Featuring 50 state-shaped foam pieces, flag stickers for capitals, and pictorial fun facts, it turns U.S. geography into an interactive and memorable experience. Perfect ages 5+.

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World Map Puzzle - Includes Country Flags & Capitals

Engaging and educational resource that helps students learn countries, capitals, and country flags through hands-on activity. Featuring country-shaped foam pieces, capital stickers, and world flags, it turns world geography into an interactive and memorable experience. Perfect ages 5+.

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  • Get MORE CONNECTED to our close knit True North Community (families across Colorado) who are all on this exciting homeschooling journey together

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