How to Plan A Field Trip For Kids
In order for kids to get the most out of a field trip, it needs to run smoothly. And the key to a smooth-running trip of any kind is planning. Whether you’re headed to the museum or some other interesting landmark, use the following tips to make your trip less stressful and more enjoyable.
Who’s in charge?
In the end, it doesn’t matter whether it’s parents or teachers who take the initiative. Either way, someone needs to be willing to dedicate some time to the planning and organization beforehand. If there isn’t at least one person – or better yet, a small committee – willing to do the work, you’re doomed before you start.
What to Bring
Make a list. Here are some suggestions for what to include, but don’t think you’re confined to this. Think about what they’ll be doing and what they might get into, and think about how old they are.
- Snacks – there should be lots of drinks and easy foods that you can eat even while walking.
- First aid kit – accidents happen all the time, and a small scrape or scratch can be handled easily with a first aid kit. A medicine pack can also be handy for parents who develop headaches, or for children with upset stomaches.
- Extra clothes – children are very active, and sometimes even parents can be over-active, so it is necessary that both bring a set of clothes for those unexpected spills.
- Walkie talkie – If your child can handle it, a walkie-talkie or a cellular phone can be very useful if he gets lost.
- Name tag – Attach a name tag to his shirt or to his bag containing your contact number (without a name) so that whoever finds him can contact you.
- One of his favorite toys – A good thing to distract a child when he gets uneasy during travel would be one of his favorite toys.
- Wipes and tissue — For that easy cleanup whenever you need it.
When You Get There
Pair up the kids with travel buddies of two or three; one buddy should be responsible for the other so no one gets left behind. This can done with kids who don’t normally play together so they can bond and get to know each other more – just make sure they don’t already have friction, or this could just make them both miserable for the whole trip.
On the Trip Home
Encourage sleeping; after a long walk children – especially younger children – can get cranky, so bring some milk with you so they can sleep through the trip home.
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