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https://atomicmuseum.vegas A Field Trip That Always Gets Attention This is one of those field trips that tends to be a favorite—especially for the boys. There’s something about learning that this all happened right here, close to home, that really grabs their attention. It doesn’t feel distant or abstract. It feels real. And yes, kids are naturally curious about things like explosions. The museum leans into that curiosity in a way that is actually educational. What Kids Love

Discovery Children's Museum https://www.discoverykidslv.org⁠ A Hands-On Learning Experience for Homeschoolers If you’re looking for a field trip where kids are actively engaged the entire time, Discovery Children’s Museum is one of the best options in Southern Nevada. This is not a passive experience. Kids are building, experimenting, climbing, and testing ideas. It naturally supports how many homeschool families teach—through exploration, curiosity, and hands-on learning. It

Nevada State Museum, Las Vegas https://www.lasvegasnvmuseum.org⁠ A Field Trip That Brings Nevada to Life For homeschool families, one of the biggest goals is making learning feel real. The Nevada State Museum does exactly that. Instead of simply reading about Nevada’s history, students can walk through exhibits, see real artifacts, and begin to understand how the state developed over time. It’s a strong option whether you are actively studying Nevada history or simply looking

In January, our team of homeschooled 6th to 8th graders competed in the Future City Competition for the Nevada region and won 1st place overall, becoming the first homeschool team in Southern Nevada to do so. In a few weeks, they will travel to Washington, DC to represent Nevada at the national Future City Finals! What is Future City? Future City is a national competition run by the DiscoverE organization that aims to spark interest in engineering among middle school students

NEVCON is the largest homeschool convention in Nevada, created with one simple goal in mind: to encourage and equip homeschool parents so they can return home feeling confident, supported, and excited about the journey they’re on. Homeschooling is deeply rewarding, but it can also feel overwhelming, lonely, or uncertain at times. NEVCON exists to remind parents that they are not doing this alone. The convention will be held March 5–7, 2026, at Sam’s Town Hotel in Las Vegas, N

For our homeschool, one of the most transformative programs in terms of academics, creativity, and teamwork has been FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge. Not a textbook. Not a curriculum. Not our trips to local places such as Springs Preserve or DISCOVERY Children's Museum. During the 2025/2026 UNEARTHEDᵀᴹ season, the impact became unmistakably clear. What Is FIRST LEGO League Challenge? “FIRST is the world’s leading youth robotics community, delivering hands-on STEM learning t

When most of us imagine homeschooling, we picture cozy mornings with read-aloud, kids gathered cheerfully around the table, and a perfectly planned schedule flowing smoothly from one subject to the next. And sometimes, it does look like that. But more often than not, real homeschooling happens right in the middle of real life—where things get a little messy. Maybe you’ve just had a new baby. Maybe you’re caring for a loved one, moving to a new home, or walking through a diffi

As soon as all three of my little girls were walking steadily enough, I signed them up for fun activities to fill our weekdays. My husband and I watched them try tumbling tricks at gymnastics, follow sassy routines at dance, slip while ice skating and tossed them into not-warm-enough water at swimming classes. As soon as we left traditional classrooms and began homeschooling, these sports became even more important to our family as they offered social interactions and a reaso