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US West Coast Family Tour July 3-18 2014 Cultural Highlights, Outdoor Adventure, Investment Opportunities. We should put a map and a detailed itinerary, hour by hour, for each day’s activity slide. Learning Area: American Famous Landmarks. Day # 1, Activity #1
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US West Coast Family Tour July 3-18 2014 Cultural Highlights, Outdoor Adventure, Investment Opportunities
We should put a map and a detailed itinerary, hour by hour, for each day’s activity slide.
Learning Area: American Famous Landmarks Day#1, Activity #1 Seattle Center & Space Needle • Take elevator to the 184m tall observation deck. • Watch children play in the “International Fountain” • Explore the large green space and public art. Visit to the cultural heart of Seattle, the Seattle Center, home of the Space Needle.
Learning Area: American traditions Day #1, Activity #2 “Duck Tour” of Seattle • The amphibious “duck” car takes you through downtown and scenic Seattle land sights • Also the Duck drives into the water for a cruise of Lake Union See Seattle in a Floating Car!.
Learning Area: Science Day #2, Activity #1 Seattle’s Pacific Science Center • Special exhibits on “espionage” and on “DNA” • Permanent exhibits on butterflies, dinosaurs, electricity, and the environment • Imax large-screen science movies Pacific Science Center is a hands-on learning science learning environment for kids .
Learning Area: American traditions Day #2, Activity #2 Island Ferry • Ride on Washington State’s public ferry system • See views of the Olympic Mountains, Mt. Rainier, and downtown Seattle. • 35 minutes crossing to the 4th of July celebration site .
Learning Area: American traditions Day #2, Activity #3 Seattle 4th of July Celebrations • Marching bands • Decorative parade floats • Clowns and many other truly American sights Attend a Seattle area traditional 4th of July parade.
Learning Area: American traditions Day #2, Activity #4 Seattle Art Museum • See historical art from the Native American people • See art from classical European painters and sculptures • See art from modern, experimental artists World famous art collections.
Learning Area: American traditions Day #2, Activity #5 Pike Place Market • See the local fisherman selling and throwing their catch • See produce and flowers from local farmers • See arts and crafts from local artists • Listen to street musicians • Drink coffee at the world’s first Starbuck’s .
Learning Area: American traditions Day #2, Activity #6 4th of July Fireworks • World-famous firework display in downtown Seattle • 20 minute long show .
Learning Area: American Famous Universities Day #3, Activity #1 University of Washington, Seattle • Tour the beautiful campus with over 150 years history. • Learn the academic requirements for admittance. • See the housing options for students, including the newly built student dormitories and apartments. Tour one of America’s top public universities.
Learning Area: Manufacturing Day #3, Activity #2 Boeing Airplane Factory Tour • Learn the history of Boeing, one of the most important aerospace companies in the world, and the history of flight. • Watch the assembly line as planes are made before your eyes. • Get inspired for a career in aeronautics. Visit the place where the famous Boeing 747’s and other planes are made.
Learning Area: American Culture Day #3, Activity #3 Visit the Bellingham Farmer’s Market • See the local agricultural products and arts & crafts. • Have a chance to buy unique locally produced items. • Experience to the many free street musician performances. • Meet more members of the Bellingham community. Experience the sight, sounds, and smells of Bellingham’s famous Saturday community farmer’s market..
Learning Area: American Culture Day #3, Activity #4 Historic Architecture of Bellingham Visit the famous 100+ year old Victorian style architecture houses in Bellingham.
Learning Area: American Culture Day #3, Activity #5 Relax at Boulevard Park Stretch legs, splash in the water, and get some fresh air at Bellingham city’s most beautiful seaside park.
Learning Area: American Culture Day 3, Activity #6 Seafood BBQ and bonfire! • Eat fresh-caught local salmon, and learn to make the favorite food • of all American children, the “S’more” • Spend the last evening of the camp singing traditional American • folk songs around the campfire. Experience an essential part of summertime with a campfire BBQ, and group songs.
Learning Area: Marine Biology Day #4, Activity #1 Whale and Marine Mammal Cruise • Learn about the whales and other marine mammals. • Understand their diets, their habitat, and their life-cycle. • Study the US laws that protect these wild creatures. • See them up close in their wild environment. Cruise the famous San Juan Islands by boat to study the local marine mammal wildlife.
Learning Area: American Culture Day #4, Activity #2 Attend a Professional Baseball Game • Learn the history and rules of the game. • Study new “recreational” English vocabulary while having fun. • Root for Bellingham’s home-town team! Experience first-hand one of America’s traditional sports.
Learning Area: Environmental Protection, Industry Day #5, Activity #1,2,3: Mt. Baker, Nooksak Falls, Old Growth Grove • Study the difference between natural forests and tree farms. • Learn the laws protecting the American National Parks. • See the last remaining “Old Growth” trees, some 1000 years old! • Hike the snow below 3300M tall Mt. Baker and learn about Pacific Coast dormant volcanoes. Visit the protected National Forest, and local Commercial Forests
Learning Area: Environmental Protection, Industry Day #5, Activity #4: Dinner at famous local Brewpub & Pizza Rest. Taste locally made beers, and delicious Bellingham-style pizza at this restaurant located on the wild Nooksak River.
Learning Area: Environmental Protection, Industry Day #6, Activity #3: Mt. Erie Taste locally made beers, and delicious Bellingham-style pizza at this restaurant located on the wild Nooksak River.
