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[quote=Anonymous]Totally doable, not crazy and a great time to do it. Kid likely won’t remember all of it but will remember some and it will still leave an impression for all of you.

With regards to schooling:Work in math skills like counting, addition, subtraction and work on literacy skills(phonics, writing, reading). Choose a simple curriculum for ELA and Math(likely something with workbooks) and take them with you. A tablet, dry erase board/marker, and some travel lite games/manipulative(bananagrams, mobi tiles, flash cards, mini playdoh, crayons etc).  Order books and have them delivered to you.  Listen to audiobooks.  Find a library in each new place and determine how short terms renters can check out books.  Keep a list of books kids read and books read to them/together.

With regards to logistics: Try to stay some places long enough to build some sense of stability and be able to engage with the local culture(ie A few weeks or a couple months). Preferably a place with families or near kid friendly locations.  This will help you find socialization opportunities for all of you. Try foods.  Take classes.  Visit key sights but also general things. Start traditions like a special breakfast in each new place, or letting the kids take pictures for a scrapbook, or buying t-shirts to make into a quilt. Whatever works best for your family.

Check the visa requirements, make plans for cell coverage, talk to doctors before you leave so you can get any medical info/scripts. Figure out who you’ll ship souvenirs to back home.

Come back and drop into 2nd grade no problem.  Have fun and be safe.[/quote]

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