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Wouldn’t it be remarkable? I’ve been thinking about it ever since I visited the British Museum and the National Gallery in London, UK only to find, incredibly, it was all free.
Is it possible the Brits might be onto something? Galleries, museums, and parks offer communities incredible opportunities for lifelong learning. Imagine 83% more interaction with Nova Scotian art, culture, natural history, and natural spaces.
This along-the-way activity is especially good for children who have inadvertently gotten ants in their pants en route to a field trip destination. It also works as a 3-minute energizer in the middle of class – simply do the actions on the spot. From toddlers to preteens, use it with whole classes or, for the eager homeschooler, it is great for one or two.
If there is nobody teaching, can you still take advantage of a teachable moment? I’d venture to say yes. I’d even say that when it comes to a museum, you have to. The question is – how do you find them?