Lesson Plans Ahoy

Set sail on an educational adventure for the whole family!

Sailing can be a rich educational experience for children - but valuable, transferable learning won't just happen by itself. Whether you’re setting off on a summer cruise, crossing an ocean, or committing to a year or more of home schooling, Lesson Plans Ahoy will make learning relevant and enjoyable. This expanded edition includes a new section on the how-to's of home schooling on a boat with everything parents need to choose or design their own program. Connect experience to education with ten detailed units, including:

• Science: Model the lunar cycle, dissect a fish, and try chemistry.


• Mathematics: Graph resource use and study geometry.


• Writing: A thorough primer for journal, non-fiction, and creative writing.


• History: Bring the voyages of Columbus and Captain Cook to life.


• Navigation: Compass use, hands-on mapping, and more.


• Physical Education: Study heart rate and exercise – on your boat!

Each unit includes detailed information on:

• Materials required - selected for practicality on a boat.


• Activities and assignments that your child will enjoy.


• Age-Appropriate Adaptations for ages 4-12 in detail.


• Tips for cross-curricular links and enrichment.


• Suggested resources to support learning.

Plus sections that detail:

• The pros and cons of packaged versus self-designed programs.


• Strategies for schooling on board.


• Structuring a curriculum from overall plan to daily lessons.

Useful appendices, including:

• Resources, Interdisciplinary Units, and Field Trips.


• Sample unit breakdowns for day-by-day planning.


• Cross-reference to academic standards in national and state curricula (US, UK, Canada, and Australia).

Connect experience to education as a family, and reap the rewards!