The Everywhere Classroom
Andi Almond
(Author)Description
The story of one family's worldschooling adventure, with tips and inspiration for anyone who wants to embrace travel as an immersive learning opportunity.
In The Everywhere Classroom: How One Family Turned Wanderlust into Worldschooling and How You Can Too, Andi Almond recounts her family's experiences traveling the globe for a year, revealing the rich educational opportunities the world offers beyond traditional classrooms. Through the engaging and often humorous stories of the Almond family's adventures-from an impromptu expedition to Antarctica to a solo teen homestay in Taiwan-the book captures how travel off the tourist trail offers profound lessons that push comfort zones and foster growth and global awareness.
Each chapter weaves a vivid tapestry of encounters that illustrate how families can make the most of their travels, whether on a weekend getaway close to home or extended adventure far afield. Supplemented with practical tips, curriculum ideas, and strategies for incorporating worldschooling into trips of any length and budget, The Everywhere Classroom goes beyond being a mere travelogue. It serves as a catalyst for change, inspiring families to explore purposefully and discover boundless learning in the world.
Product Details
| Publisher | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers |
| Publish Date | March 04, 2025 |
| Pages | 394 |
| Language | English |
| Type |  Hardback |
| EAN/UPC | 9798881801847 |
| Dimensions | 9.1 X 6.1 X 1.1 inches | 1.5 pounds |
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Reviews
"The Everywhere Classroom takes you on a journey that's more than just miles traveled-it's a deep dive into the heart of what it means to learn and grow together as a family. Andi Almond proves that the best classrooms don't have walls, and the best lessons are learned on the move." --Ryan Van Duzer, adventure YouTuber, motivational speaker, and author
"In this powerful and entertaining book, the Almonds whisk us away on an amazing adventure as they give their children a lifelong superpower - a global education. Whether on a short trip or a longer stint far from home, The Everywhere Classroom shows how traveling changes lives. And changed lives change the world." --Gregory D. Hess, CEO of IES Global
"A testament to the transformative power of global exploration and education, The Everywhere Classroom inspires families to reimagine learning by immersing young people in different cultures and making the world their children's best teacher." --Jamie Van Leeuwen, founder of Global Livingston Institute
"Delightful, intriguing, and absolutely captivating. Essential reading for any family looking for inspiration and tips on how to travel meaningfully and embrace a world filled with learning possibilities." --Eric Weiner, New York Times bestselling author and journalist
"The Everywhere Classroom shows how one family transformed a love of travel into an enriching, extended, educational journey-and how you can too. Through short stories set in 20 countries, Andi Almond weaves together memoir and guidebook, including tips for how to make the world your own family's classroom, on any budget." --Joshua Berman, teacher, outdoor educator, and author of seven books about travel
"The Everywhere Classroom isn't a travel book, it's an inspiration. With Covid in the rearview mirror, we can finally explore the world again. And we can think more creatively about what it means to educate our children. I was reminded anew that every day in every place has something to teach us-and these are a lot of cool places!" --Charles Wheelan, author of We Came, We Saw, We Left: A Family Gap Year
"A great guidebook for parents hoping to take a longer travel adventure with their families." --Library Journal
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