FREE Printables & Resources to Learn About Explorers
Published:
December 17, 2019
Contributor:
Annette Breedlove
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When we talk about explorers, we often think of those who explored the world by ship or ground expedition. But it can include so much more. Those who have flown in space are also explorers. Regardless of where they’ve explored, we wouldn’t know what we know without them!
That’s why I think it’s important that we teach our kids about the men and women who have explored this world before us. They were the ones who found the Americas and introduced us to the Native Americans. They were the ones who took us to space and the moon. And they were the ones who introduced us to countries and peoples we may never see in person.
It is because of these explorers that we have geography and history books. So whether you choose to teach your children about one new country a month or focus on a specific region for the entire year, we hope these resources about exploration will be helpful.
We have gathered printables, activities, and even some crafts to help you put together a fun and exciting unit study about explorers.
Famous Explorers Research Cards | The Canadian Homeschooler
Explorers Tot & PreK-K Pack | In All You Do
FREE Famous People Mini Quiz Pack Volume 1 – Explorers {Instant Download} | Homeschool Giveaways
Marco Polo Unit Study | Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus
Vikings for Kids | 123 Homeschool 4 Me
6 Unit Study Resources: Mountain Men – Explorers of the West | Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus
Kennedy Space Center Coloring Page | Education.com
FREE Printable Explorer Journal | Fleece Fun
Explorers Notebooking Pages | In All You Do
Christopher Columbus Printables | Teaching with Children’s Books
Age of Exploration Timeline Printable | Layers of Learning
History of Explorers: Explorers A to Z – Volume 1 {Instant Download} | Homeschool Giveaways
Drake, Hudson and Cartier for Kids | 123 Homeschool 4 Me
Explorers Trading Cards | Ginger Snaps Treats & Tidbits for Teachers
Explorer’s Unit and Notebook Pages | Homeschool Share
Explorers Emergent Readers | In All You Do
Christopher Columbus Lapbook and Notebook Study | Marine Corps Nomads
Famous Explorers Notebooking Pages | Homeschool Helper Online
Magellan & The Spanish Conquistadors for Kids | 123 Homeschool 4 Me
FREE Discover the Great Explorers Notebooking Journal
History of Explorers: Explorers A to Z – Volume 2 {Instant Download} | Homeschool Giveaways
Christopher Columbus Notebooking Pages | In All You Do
Lewis & Clark Coloring Page | Crayola.com
Lewis and Clark Expedition – The Ultimate Guide | Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus
New World Explorers Timeline | Homeschool in the Woods
FREE Early Explorers Worksheets for Kids | 123 Homeschool 4 Me
History of Explorers: Explorers A to Z Volume 3 {Instant Download} | Homeschool Giveaways
FREE Explorers Coloring Pages | In All You Do
Curriculum Guide: Circumnavigation | The Washington Post
Hispanic Exploration in America | Library of Congress
Those Who Have Come Before Me – Space Exploration Lesson Plan | NASA
European Explorers Columbus, Vasco de Gama, and Vespucci for Kids | 123 Homeschool 4 Me
Explorers Lesson Plans | Education World
Explorers Mini Puzzle Unit | In All You Do
Exploring the Moon | NASA
Hands-on Explorer’s Unit | Adventures in Mommydom
Marco Polo and Henry the Navigator Lesson for Kids | 123 Homeschool 4 Me
Outline Maps | Eduplace.com
All About Sacagawea | edHelper.com
Explorers Writing Activities | In All You Do
History of Explorers: Explorers A to Z Volume 4 {Instant Download} | Homeschool Giveaways
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Crafts & Activities
7 Educational Movies for Kids About Westward Expansion | Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus
Age of Exploration Game | Adventures in Mommydom
World Explorer Game for 2 Players | Line Upon Line Learning
Have Your Own Lewis & Clark Expedition | Homegrown Learners
DIY Animal Track Molds | Frugal Fun 4 Boys & Girls
Mapping World Explorers | Crayola
Explorer Ships Craft | Artsonia
Lewis & Clark Explore the Park | Adventures in Mommydom
How to Build an Ancient Viking Ship | Tina’s Dynamic Homeschool Plus
18 Boat Crafts for Kids to Make | Kids Activities
Printable Passport for Kids | Living Life and Learning
Space Rocks | Twitchetts
Foil Printed Moon Craft | A Dab of Glue Will Do
Fizzy Stars Science Experiment | Fun-A-Day
Handprint Art Space Rocket | The Inspiration Edit
Star Constellations Mini Booklet | Pocket of Preschool
Cardboard Tube Space Shuttle | A Little Pinch of Perfect
DIY Telescope | Highlights
Astronaut Paper Dolls | Adventure in a Box
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Annette Breedlove
Annette has been married to her husband and best friend since 2003. Together they are raising their six children to follow the Lord’s will, no matter what. Annette longs for the day when she will meet her angel babies who have entered heaven before her. She enjoys creating UNIT STUDIES and FREE PRINTABLES for homeschool families. You can follow her crazy life at In All You Do where she blogs about homeschooling, homemaking and marriage while trying to maintain her sanity. She is also the owner of Thrifty Homeschoolers where she shares her tips on homeschooling without breaking the bank.
