Best Places to Explore in Wisconsin with Kids & Teens

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Awesome Adventures in Wisconsin with kids & Teens

Situated in the nation’s heartland is a stunning stretch of riverway that has beckoned to sightseers since the 1850s. Towering sandstone cliffs line its banks, monuments of nature’s glory; silent sentinels of time. These spectacular layered rock formations are “the Dells” of the Wisconsin River-a 71/2-mile route that winds through lands once inhabited by Native Americans, explored by fur traders, maneuvered by lumber raftsmen, and settled by early pioneers. There is so much to see and do in this popular family vacation spot about halfway between Chicago and Minneapolis. It’s a perfect stopping point on a heartland road trip that includes Wisconsin with kids & teens.

Your family will be captivated by all of the history exciting places to explore and learn about in Wisconsin. I’ll just come out and say it… There is way more tha eating cheese here! These Wisconsin family travel destinations are great places to add for an exciting family travel itinerary of America’s heartland. If you are wanting to road trip or learn virtually, keep reading because you can explore and have awesome adventures in Wisconsin with kids and teens.

Wisconsin With Kids & Teens – Road Trip!

You’d be surprised how many people mention cheese & football when asked about Wisconsin. But road-tripping allows you to explore and experience a place just like the locals. That’s the great thing about road trips (and GPS) you can wander where ever you like. Road tripping can be such an adventure and a great way to learn.

In our family, road tripping a series of car journeys from one destination to another to do a field trip. 5-day road trip usually means at least three of those days will be filled with activities and attractions. But if you live locally or regionally, you may decide to take that road trip in smaller chunks and plan several field trips around the great state of Wisconsin. Below are all the resources you need. Included are super fun ideas that will also super-size your child’s learning about US History, Geography, and famous people & places. So have fun using the world as your classroom with intentional family travel. Let’s explore the historical sites in Wisconsin!

Wisconsin Historical Sites & Parks

  • Taliesin: Home and estate of American architect Frank Lloyd Wright located in Spring Green, Wisconsin.
  • Cave of the Mounds: Natural limestone cave in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin.
  • Peninsula State Park: State park in Fish Creek, Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Museums & Galleries

Wisconsin– Gardens, Zoo & Aquariums

Wisconsin – Add These To Your Itinerary

Wisconsin offers so many exciting things to do! Museums, outdoor activities, and exciting adventures throughout the state. Are you finding it hard to fit it all in, or afford to do it all while you are visiting? Luckily, there are great online resources at many of the museums and parks so you can keep learning about Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Places To Visit For Virtual Travel & Learning

Make the most of learning about Wisconsin by taking a few virtual field trips and incorporating the Wisconsin State Study pack into your pre-and post-visit activities. Your kids will enjoy hands-on activities and museums more when they have a little understanding of the people and places they will be visiting. Add in a good book, some digital activities to learn history and geography, and some super art for easy ways to inspire and educate. It’s all in these US State Study resources.

Wisconsin – Use The World As Your Classroom

The Wisconsin State Study pack makes it easy for your family to have fun learning about Wisconsin at home (virtually) or on the road.

Learn About Wisconsin’s Famous People

  • Richard I. Bong  – WWII Pilot 
  • Harry Houdini – Magician/Entertainer
  • Douglas MacArthur – WWII General 
  • Laura Ingalls Wilder – Writer
  • Frank Lloyd Wright  – Architect

Learn About Wisconsin’s Famous Landmarks:

  • Apostle Islands National Lakeshore 
  • Saint Croix Riverway  

You will also find resources for science, art, and geography to round out a packed week (or longer) of learning resources for kids aged 3rd grade to 12th grade.

The Wisconsin State Study has all the resources in a PDF. You and your kids can pick and choose which ones you want to complete. It is a carefully curated course for middle/high schoolers. There are exciting videos and selected lessons so your family can easily learn online.

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No more cobbling your curriculum together and hoping it works! Everything you need is included in these World Geography bundles!

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Use The World As Your Classroom

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