Google Talking Tours: A Free Virtual Field Trip Tool

May 14, 2025 by Meryl van der Merwe Leave a Comment

323: Innovative Ways to Use Google Talking Tours

What Are Google Talking Tours?

Google Talking Tours (part of Google’s Arts & Culture “Play” area) are free, guided virtual tours where you explore famous places while a narrator points out what you’re seeing. Think of it as a virtual field trip your kids can take from the couch — no permission slips required.

Fun Ways to Use Them in Your Homeschool

Virtual field trips — visit world landmarks, museums, and historic sites you’re studying.
Geography & culture — bring a country or region to life beyond the textbook.
History that sticks — “stand” where events happened to make them memorable.

Is it free? Yes — completely free in any web browser, no account needed.

In this episode we take a deep dive into Google Talking Tours, an AI-powered tool from Google Arts & Culture that lets users explore landmarks and cultural sites around the world with automatically narrated tours.

Whether you’re teaching geography, history, writing, photography, or just looking for an engaging and free activity, here are 10 innovative ways homeschool families can use this tool to create meaningful learning experiences.

What Are Google Talking Tours?

Found in the Google Arts & Culture Experiments
Allows students to explore locations via Google Street View
Narration starts automatically, offering historical and cultural facts
Users can:
- Take snapshots
- Ask questions
- Navigate by category or keyword search to select the place to explore

10 Creative Ways to Use Talking Tours

Alternate History Stories
Create a Travel Brochure or Video Ad
Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Dream Day Itinerary
Creative Writing Prompt
Soundtrack Challenge
Prediction Game
Photography Composition Practice
Be the Tour Guide
Art vs. Reality Comparison

🔗 Links Mentioned

Google Talking Tours

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Virtual Vacation: Travel the World Without a Passport

April 9, 2025 by Meryl van der Merwe Leave a Comment

320: Virtual Vacation: Travel the World Without a Passport

Summer is almost here, and while a real vacation might still be a few weeks away, you and your homeschoolers can start exploring the world right now—take a virtual vacation!

In this episode, discover Virtual Vacation, a free and engaging website that lets you experience cities around the globe through walking, driving, and flying tours. It’s more immersive than Google Maps and a fantastic way to make geography and cultural studies come alive.

Highlights from the episode:

What Virtual Vacation offers and how to use it
Types of tours: walking, driving, flying, monuments, road trips, live cams, and virtual windows
The built-in City Guesser game (similar to GeoGuessr) that tests your geography knowledge
Creative ways to use the platform in your homeschool:
- Creative writing prompts based on real-world settings
- Comparative studies across multiple cities
- Language learning by listening to real conversations
- Memory games inspired by game show-style recall activities

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Google Arts and Culture

February 26, 2025 by Meryl van der Merwe Leave a Comment

314: Google Arts and Culture

Google Arts and Culture is a resource I’ve mentioned before, but in this episode we dive into the vast offerings on the site’s homepage. Next week, I’ll explore the games and interactive experiences under the “Play” section.

Whether you’re looking for a free art curriculum, a quick educational activity, or a resource to supplement your homeschooling curriculum, Google Arts and Culture is a treasure trove for learners of all ages.

What is Google Arts and Culture?
Google Arts and Culture is a free platform showcasing art, culture, history, and more through online exhibits, interactive tools, and curated content. You can access it at artsandculture.google.com.

Highlights from the Homepage the day I recorded

Turn Your Life into Art:
- Explore the app version of Google Arts and Culture.
- You can experiment with turning photos into artistic creations.
- Assign your high schoolers to explore the app and report their findings!
Online Exhibits:
- Examples include Switzerland’s majestic mountains, Australia’s ocean nomads, and more.
- Each exhibit combines images, videos, and text, offering an immersive experience.
- Great for geography, history, or cultural studies.
Celebrate Events and Topics:
- The homepage features seasonal and topical exhibits, like Black History Month.
- Dive into fascinating themes like “10 Animals with Superpowers” or “Historic Housing in LA.”
Some Games are highlighted
- Da Vinci Stickies: Combine sketches like wings and lungs to create AI-powered inventions.
- Explore Da Vinci’s codices and learn more about his creative genius.
Other Content:
- Browse old newspapers, incredible libraries, and art movements.
- Engage younger learners with color-based art exploration activities.

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US Geography Virtual Field Trips

July 2, 2024 by Laura Leave a Comment

US Geography Virtual Field Trips

In “US Geography Virtual Field Trips,” Episode, #213, join Meredith Curtis for a hack that bring US geography to life: virtual field trips. Meredith shares the kinds of field trips she takes her students on during the online US geography course she teaches. With general field trip ideas and a link to a sample of each kind of video, US geography will never be the same in your homeschool adventure.

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Show Notes

When I wrote my US geography textbook and workbook collection, I was determined to keep the theme of travel throughout. Then I taught US geography online at True North Homeschool Academy. How would I do that?

The answer: virtual field trips!

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HD Drone Videos

Painted Desert

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Texas 4K Video UHD

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Sebastian Island Florida – Sebastian Inlet Aerial View

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Alaska USA – by drone (4K)

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Charleston, South Carolina / 4K Drone Footage

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Watering Holes

Trail Camera Setup and Pickup: Hidden Mountain Pool (Arizona Wildlife) – AZ

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Wildlife at a Sonoran desert water hole – AZ

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Bridges & Boat Trips

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel – US 13 Eastern Shore Virginia – Time Lapse

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GoPro: Kayaking the Tennessee Rapids with Nick Troutman

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Slow Ride : Life and Times Along the South Carolina Intracoastal Waterway

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America Works

Mike Rowe looks at different jobs across America!

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‘How America Works’: The glass industry https://youtu.be/ivfyzDFf5z4?si=nKhUWeVC10cC1o3q

Travel Videos

The BEST Things to Do in CODY, Wyoming: A WILD WEST Adventure! – WY

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10 Best Places to See in Michigan

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Personal Travel Videos

Tide Pools Sebastian Inlet State Park & Vero Beach Ghost Crabs

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10 Things We WISH We Knew BEFORE Moving To AMERICAN SAMOA

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Company & Club Videos

Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor (New York)

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Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore

(937) Helen Delich Bentley Port of Baltimore – YouTube

Military Videos

Dover Air Force Base

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Naval Base Kitsap Overview

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Funny Videos

Why It’s Hard Eating Healthy in the South

https://youtu.be/CHl9yXeJSBg?si=b_abVpRQnHrEPH26

Ma’am in Not an Insult

https://youtu.be/X4o1WuZjelg?si=T3wuyq7mvzvrf8oF

Signs You Were Born In The Midwest

https://youtu.be/VC_p1DzgN0U?si=a7hthUhM9co14orz

LA vs NY / Jimmy Kimmel Live

https://youtu.be/ekOPaKqPKsU?si=VcrYU92Bizmk-pwR

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Why Your Kids Must Study Geography

March 28, 2024 by mediaangels Leave a Comment

Show Notes: LifeSkills101 Podcast with Lisa Nehring – “Why Your Kids Must Study Geography”

In this insightful episode, Lisa Nehring explores the value of studying geography. Despite not being in the core four (English, math, science, history), geography shines. It’s crucial for understanding history and social studies. Geography opens up the world, revealing how landscapes shape cultures and events.

Firstly, the subject deepens historical context.

It shows why certain events happened where they did. This understanding enriches students’ grasp of global history. It connects dots between environment and human activity.

Secondly, it fosters global awareness. Students learn about different cultures and lifestyles. This knowledge promotes empathy and global citizenship. They appreciate God’s principle of individuality and diversity of our world.

It also enhances critical thinking.

Students analyze how geography influences political decisions and conflicts. They explore the impact of natural resources on economies and societies. This perspective is essential for informed citizens.

Moreover, studying geography aids in environmental stewardship. It highlights the importance of sustainable living and conservation. Students understand their role in stewarding God’s creation.

Geography boosts spatial thinking too.

Students interpret maps and visualize spatial data. These skills are valuable in many fields, from urban planning to logistics.

Importantly, geography prepares students for the interconnected world. It supports careers in international relations, environmental science, and more. The knowledge of geography is a gateway to numerous opportunities.

Incorporating geography into education is easier than you think. Encourage exploration of maps, countries, and cultures at home. Use technology and apps to make learning interactive and fun.

Field trips and travel, when possible, offer hands-on learning. They bring geography to life. Even virtual tours can expand horizons and spark curiosity.

To conclude, geography is more than just memorizing maps and capitals.

It’s about understanding our world and our place in it. It complements the core subjects, providing a well-rounded education.

Lisa Nehring reminds us of geography’s role in shaping informed, empathetic global Christian citizens. Let’s not overlook this vital subject. It equips our kids for a better future, both for themselves and for our world.

Join us next time on LifeSkills101 for more educational insights. Together, we can prepare our kids for a bright, informed future.

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Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip V: Pacific States & Territories

July 18, 2022 by Laura Leave a Comment

Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip V: Pacific States & Territories

In “Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip V: Pacific States & Territories,” Episode, #166, Meredith Curtis becomes your tour guide a final trip through the USA—this time it’s a cruise starting in Alaska and making our way down the west coast and out to Hawaii. From the island state, we’ll make our way to our five territories. You will see some breathtaking views, enjoy delicious seafood, and venture into the Ring of Fire. Grab your navigation chart, pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your swimsuit and life jacket—there’s lot of miles sailing over the ocean! This is the fifth in our series of USA road trips—traveling is a great way to learn geography the fun way!

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Show Notes

Hi! Today, I’m your tour guide. Ready for a whirlwind trip through the Pacific states and our 5 inhabited territoreis?

Pacific Ocean, extremes, Ring of Fire, seafood.

Alaska

Largest state, Mt. Denali, mountains, glaciers, moose, caribou, bears, bison, reindeer

Peninsula, Denali, fauna (animals), tundra, national parks & preserves, ports

Washington

Mount Saint Helens, Olympic National Park, Mount Olympus

Volcano eruption, “geological layers,” rainforest, waterfalls, mountains

Oregon

Crater Lake, Crater lake National Park

Extinct volcano, alpine lakes

California

Redwood National Forest, Sequoia National Park, Mojave Desert, Joshua Tree, Death Valley

Agriculture, volcanoes, islands, mountain ranges, deserts, valleys, fertile farmland, earthquakes

Hawaii

Missionaries, Coral Church

Archipelago, volcanoes, multicultural population, missionaries

American Samoa

Fiafia, Christian influence

Archipelago, natural harbor, coral reefs, volcanoes, mountains, rainforests, tropical flowers, tropical fruits

Northern Mariana Islands

Tinian, Diving for WWII weapons or artifacts

Mariana Trench, World War II, shipwrecks, diving

Guam

Pacific War Musuem, Capital Hagnatna

World War II, history of island, division between Guam and Northern Mariana Islands

US Virgin Islands

Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge, Estate Whim Plantation, coral reef diving

Archipelago, Danish culture, archipelago, sugar mill, sugar plantation, coral reef, SCUBA diving, snorkeling

Puerto Rico

Fort Fortaleza, Castillo San felipe del Morro, Palacio de Santa Catalina

Tropical archipelago, mountains, hurricanes,

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Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip IV: Southwest & West States

July 11, 2022 by Laura Leave a Comment

Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip IV: Southwest & Western States

In “Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip IV: Southwest & West States,” Episode, #165, Meredith Curtis becomes your tour guide on a road trip through 10 states and two tribal nations in the Southwest and West region of the country. You will see some breathtaking views and meet some wild west heroes. Grab your road map, pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your camera and extra water—we’ll spend a lot of time driving—there’s a lot of miles to cover in this wide-open country! This is the fourth in our series of USA road trips—traveling is a great way to learn geography the fun way!

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Show Notes

Hi! Today, I’m your tour guide. Ready for a whirlwind trip through the the Southwest & West?

Spanish & Native American Influence.

Cherokee Nation

Trail of Tears—from NC to OK. Cherokee Heritage Center

Native lands, reservations, Trail of Tears, Native populations

Oklahoma

Oklahoma City: Underground, capital, National Cowboy Hall of Fame

Capital, capitol, city planning, oil refining, stockyards, cattle ranches

Texas

Culture of Texas, The Alamo

Spanish influence in Southwest, forts, missions, Texas indepence, wars, Texas statehood, landscape

New Mexico

Culture of New Mexico, Santa Fe, San Miguel Chapel, Pueblos

Native Americans, Pueblo homes, Spanish missions, oldest capital city in USA, landforms

Four Corners

Navajo Nation, Four Corners

Territories to states, boundary lines, desert, mountains, landmarks, Native tribes

Arizona

Desert, Grand Canyon

Desert, saguaro cactus, Colorado River, Grand Canyon, canyons, cliffs, rock formations, living in a desert

Colorado

Mountains, Ski Resorts

Colorado mountains, snow line, mountain safety, mountain recreation, valleys, mesas, forests, canyons, plateaus, lakes, rivers

Utah

Bonneville Salt Flats, National Parks

Red sandstone cliffs, arches, rock formations, mountains, desert, salt flats, salt lake, mining salt

Nevada

Silver, Kit Carson, Carson City, Virginia City

Silver and gold mining, mining towns, ghost towns, Kit Carson, mountain men, capital, capitol, desert

Wyoming

Cowboys, Rodeos, Native Americans, Yellowstone National Park

Cattle ranching, rodeos, Native Americans, tribal land, national parks, mountains, plains, rivers, waterfalls, lakes, geysers

Montana

Fourth largest state, mining, copper mining, Ringing Rocks

Forests, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, valleys, farming, cattle ranching, mining boom towns, ghost towns, ski resorts

Idaho

Potato farming, farming, ranching, gems, birthplace of TV, Lava Hot Springs

Hot springs, farming, ranching, gem mining, westward trails, rivers, white water rafting, resort towns

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Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip III: Midwest States

July 4, 2022 by Laura Leave a Comment

Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip III: Midwest States

In “Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip III: Midwest States,” Episode, #164, Meredith Curtis becomes your tour guide on a boat and road trip through all 12 states in the Midwest region of the country. You will visit natural wonders, landmarks, and the third largest city in the country. Grab your road map, pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your life jacket—we’ll spend a lot of time in the Great Lakes and Mississippi River! This is the third in our series of USA road trips—traveling is a great way to learn geography the fun way!

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Show Notes

Hi! Today, I’m your tour guide. Ready for a whirlwind trip through the the Midwest states?

Ohio

Great Lakes-Lake Huron, A Christmas Story Museum

Metropolis, urban, rural, museum, movie setting, 1900s history, Great Lakes, Port of Cleveland, Lake Huron

Michigan

Mackinac Island,

Ferry, straits, island, suspension bridge, Great Lakes, Lake Huron

Indiana

Indiana Dunes State Park

Great Lakes, Lake Michigan, sand dunes

Illinois

Chicago, Navy Pier

City planning, skyline, construction, skyscrapers, pier, Lake Michigan

Wisconsin

Apostle Islands

Archipelago, sandstone, sea caves, lighthouses, shipwrecks, winter freeze

Minnesota

Minneapolis, St. Paul

historic buildings, cathedrals, architecture, skyscrapers, restored buildings, Mississippi River

Iowa

Maquoketa Caves State Park

Natural Bridge, Balanced Rock, tributaries, limestone bluffs, caves, overlooks, rock formations, creek, stream, river

Missouri

St. Louis, Independence, Westward Trails

Westward Trails, St. Louis, St. Louis Arch, Independence, Lewis & Clark’s Discovery Corps, Mississippi River

Kansas

Fort Leavenworth

US Army bases, westward expansion, forts, missionaries, soldiers, Native Americans, pioneers

Nebraska

Fort Kearny

Oregon Trail, Fort Kearny, Pony Express, Pawnee scouts, homesteading, archaeology, historical documents

South Dakota

Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood

boom towns, gold, mining, mines, carving stone, Mount Rushmore, Black Hills

North Dakota

Badlands, Cowboy Hall of Fame

Badlands, canyons, ravines, gullies, buttes, mesas, rocks, clay-rich soil, Petrified Forest

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USA Road Trip: Geography Through the Mid-Atlantic and New England

June 27, 2022 by Laura Leave a Comment

Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip II: Mid-Atlantic States & New England

In “Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip II: Mid-Atlantic States & New England,” Episode, #162, Meredith Curtis becomes your tour guide on a road trip through each state in the Mid-Atlantic and New England starting with Maryland and ending in Maine. You will visit natural wonders, landmarks, and visit some of the oldest cities in the country. Grab your road map, pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your jacket—it can get chilly in the northeast! This is the second in our series of USA road trips—traveling is a great way to learn geography the fun way!

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Show Notes

Hi! Today, I’m your tour guide. Ready for a whirlwind trip through the the Mid-Atlantic states and New England?

Maryland

Life on the Chesapeake Bay, Delmarva Penninsula

Bays, estuary, port cities, natural harbors, Delmarva peninsula, boating, fishing industry, catching blue crabs, natural resources

Delaware

Dover Air Force Base

Delaware Bay, Delaware River, military, capital, location of bases, military towns, bridges, canals

New Jersey

Cape May

Cape, peninsula, borders, boundary lines, natural disasters, history

Pennsylvania

Independence Hall & Historic Places

Ports, industry, waterways, history, landmarks, symbols, airports, flight

New York

Niagara Falls

Boundary lines, borders, waterfalls, rivers, Great Lakes, interstate highway system, hydroelectric power

Connecticut

Hartford

Capital, capitol, Constitution, landmarks, symbols, resourcefulness

Rhode Island

Newport-the Breakers

History, architecture, homes, scenic drives, islands, island towns

Massachusetts

Boston Freedom Trail

History, harbor, churches,

New Hampshire

Recreation in the White Mountains

Lake, mountains, scenery

Vermont

Stowe

Village, history, ski resort, resort towns

Maine

Puffin & Whale Watching

Fauna (animals), coastline, lobster fishing, ocean

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Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip I: Southern States

June 20, 2022 by Laura Leave a Comment

Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip I: Southern States

In “Ultimate Extravagant USA Road Trip I: Southern States,” Episode, #162, Meredith Curtis becomes your tour guide on a road trip through each state in the Deep South starting with Florida and ending in Arkansas. You will visit natural wonders, landmarks, and taste good ole Southern cooking. Grab your road map, pack your suitcase, and don’t forget your sunscreen—it’s hot in the South! This is the first in our series of USA road trips—traveling is a great way to learn geography the fun way!

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Show Notes

Hi! Today, I’m your tour guide. Ready for a whirlwind trip through the southern states?

Florida

Everglades, St. Augustine

Pennisula, estuary

Sonny’s, Publix, sugarcane, oranges, sweet corn

Georgia

Savannah

Mouth of a river, Intercoastal Waterway

Waffle House, Chick-Fil-A, peaches, pecans, boiled peanuts

South Carolina

Gullah, Charleston

Barrier islands

Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce

North Carolina

Kitty Hawk-Wright Brothers

Virginia

Jamestown, Yorktown, Williamsburg, Skyline Drive

5 Guys

West Virginia

New River Gorge Rafting

Southern Cooking

Kentucky

Ark Encounter, Creation Museum, Mammoth Cave

Tennessee

Nashville, Smokey Mountains

Alabama

Huntsville

Tuskagee

Mississippi

Gulf Shores National Seashore

Louisiana

New Orleans

Steamboat

Arkansas

Hot Springs

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