Like most of you, we’re overwhelmed with the idea that we’re going to be stuck in our homes for a long period of time. It’s not that we don’t enjoy being home, it’s because our passion is to see, do and explore.
15 Virtual Field Trips for Kids.
You don’t have to leave your home to see some incredible places. Right now, your phone, tablet or computer is going to be your “bus ride” to a new type of field trip. We’ve also included activities, books and toys to go along with each virtual tour which can help entertain younger siblings too!
1. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NY
This is one of my most favorite museums. We had the chance to visit the MET with our oldest daughter last year and we wished we had more time to explore the never-ending collections inside this museum. Now, we can virtually explore the museum’s online exhibits.
Children’s Book: Colors: Early Learning at the Museum
Coloring Book: Art Masterpieces to Color: 60 Great Paintings
2. Monterey Bay Aquarium
We love the large collection of sea life that can be found at this aquarium. Their website is full of information so the kids can watch the LIVE CAM and learn more about their favorites. The kids will love watching the SHARKS, PENGUINS, SEA OTTERS or our personal favorites–the JELLYFISH!
It’s going to be hard and we completely understand that. We’re here to help. It’s our goal to continue providing real support for those looking to entertain themselves and their families while at home together.
Activity: Felt Board Under The Sea Aquarium
Activity: Coral Reef Sticker Activity Book
3. The Great Wall of China
One of the world wonders can be explored from your couch! How cool is that?! This virtual tour of the wall is interactive, it allows your kids to actually navigate their way around the wall.
Activity: Great Wall of China LEGO set
Children’s Book: You Wouldn’t Want to Work on the Great Wall of China!
4. Yellowstone National Park
One of the most beautiful National Parks can now be explored through a virtual tour. Check out the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and the Mammoth Hot Springs.
Amazon Prime Series: The National Parks – America’s Best Idea
Coloring Book: National Park Coloring Book
5. San Diego Zoo
This is still my favorite Zoo and now my kids can enjoy it too without us having to travel across the US! The LIVE CAMs are available for a lot of our favorite animals.
Activity: Zoo Animals Sticker Activity Book
Kids Toys: Natural World Figurines
6. Disney World & Disneyland Rides
Even when the parks close we can still enjoy the rides. Check out this list of videos that give you an idea of what it’s like to be on these story-telling rides.
Activity: Princess Polish
Activity: Melissa & Doug WoodenDisney Princesses Stamp Set
7. Farm Tours
You won’t have to put on your boots for this! The American Dairy has several virtual tours available for kids of all age groups.
Kids Toys: Animal House Barnyard Animals
Children’s Book: The Fascinating Animal Book for Kids: 500 Wild Facts!
8. Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum
This popular museum is one that families enjoy visiting year-round. Now your kids can explore it from their own home. If your kids love space, they’ll really enjoy this virtual field trip.
Children’s Book: 100 Facts Exploring Space
Activity: LEGO City Satellite Service Mission
9. The Field Museum in Chicago
Science lessons from home! The Field Museum’s website shares some awesome science facts about ANIMALS, CULTURE, FOSSILS, METEORITES, PLANTS and FUNGI.
Activity: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Mega Fossil Dig Kit
Activity: Fossils Sticker Book
10. NASA
Have your kids always wanted to visit NASA in Houston, TX? Guess what, they can! NASA has one of the coolest online 360 virtual tours. This is an experience the whole family will enjoy.
Children’s Book: What is NASA
Movie: Hidden Figures
11. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
This is another incredible museum that kids could spend hours exploring both in real life and online.
Activity: Smithsonian Science Activities Robo Spider Kit
Activity: Human Body Activity Book for Kids
12. National Women’s History Museum
As a mom to three girls, I love that I can share with them the Women’s History Museum right from my living room.
Children’s Book: A Is for Awesome!: 23 Iconic Women Who Changed the World
Children’s Books: 50 Fearless Women Who Made American History: An American History Book for Kids
13. Deserts and Grassland of Africa
Many of us will never physically explore the deserts and grasslands of Africa but thanks to this virtual field trip we can get a taste of this area of the world.
Activity: African Savannah Educational Jigsaw Puzzle
Children’s Book: National Geographic Readers: Roar! 100 Facts About African Animals
14. Mars
This tour is OUT OF THIS WORLD! Okay, that was a terrible joke but really, how often is exploring Mars a field trip option?
Amazon Prime Series: What’s Up In Space: The Solar System For Kids
Children’s Book: National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Space
15. Storytime from Space
Did you know that you can access a library of stories that are read from REAL astronauts from SPACE?! My kids thought this was the coolest thing since Minecraft. Check it out here. This is one of the coolest virtual field trip options!
Snacks: Freeze-Dried Neapolitan Ice Cream Sandwiches
Activity: Educational Space Shuttle Playset
We’re Here to Help
Right now, we are willing to make any personal sacrifices for the health and wellbeing of others. I’m choosing to see it as a privilege to support my local community and to practice social distancing.
We’re not alone, you’re not alone–we’re in this TOGETHER!
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