FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to the Let's Go Geography FAQ page!

Scroll below to find answers to some of our most commonly asked questions.

Not sure what the Let's Go Geography curriculum is all about? First, find the basics about Let's Go Geography on this page. After you read that, come here to the FAQ page for specific questions and details.

If you read both pages and still need additional information, please contactus!

Common Questions & Answers:

What countries are included in Year 1 (or Year 2 or 3)?

Click this link to see the complete Schedule for all years in Let's Go Geography! Click this link to see the Let's Go Geography Scope & Sequence.

Notice that the years do not build on one another and do not need to be done in order.

What is the grade level?

The curriculum is appropriate for Grades K-8, with older grades adding companion products.

Use the curriculum as is for Grades K-2. Click here for optional products for Grades K-2.

Click here for companion products for Grades 3-5. Click here for companion products for Grades 6-8.

What supplies will I need?

You will need...

Copy Paper & access to a Printer
access to a Computer (to watch videos and read more)
Typical Craft Supplies for Grades K-2 (i.e., colored paper, scissors, tape, glue, crayons, & paint to start. Some crafts will need other misc. things.)
3-Ring Binder
An atlas is optional. The atlas must feature individual countries to be useful with this curriculum. Click here for a blog post comparing two of them
Grades 3-5 & 6-8 will need to research countries on their own. They can use library books or an atlas, but the easiest, most convenient option is the internet. Internet access is required for Grades 6-8 & recommended for Grades 3-5.

Can I use this curriculum in my School or Homeschool Co-op ?

Absolutely! The curriculum was originally written for a once-a-week, one-hour class in a Homeschool Co-op. Please refer to this page for recommendations & pricing for Schools & Co-ops.

Can I use this curriculum without going to the library or purchasing additional books?

Yes! The curriculum includes several pages of pictures, as well as video clips, video of cultural music (which often includes more scenes from the country), and a link to written information online. This is usually plenty for the younger child (K-2nd grade).

For an older child (3rd grade+), additional research is easiest to do with an internet search. We recommend you search "[country] for kids" on the computer for basic facts. Internet research is optional for Grades 3-5, but required for Grades 6-8.

The optional library books listed in the curriculum are there for your convenience if you choose to use them. The library call number points you to informational books on the lesson's theme country.

If you'd like to purchase an atlas to use alongside this curriculum, be sure it lists individual countries for best results. This would be a good choice for Grades 3-5 if you do not want to use the internet.

Do you list "living books" in each lesson?

First, we need to define "living books"!

Living Books are fictional stories, including picture books, based on a country or culture. Since Let's Go Geography covers 90 countries & regions of the world, it is virtually impossible to find living books for each of them. And finding quality ones is an even greater challenge.

Due to these challenges, living books are not included in the lessons. We do have several blog posts featuring some good living books on select countries, with similar posts planned for the future.

Is the curriculum secular or faith-based?

The curriculum mentions faith only when it relates strongly to a particular country, its traditions, &/ or its way of life. As an example, we mention Islam in the Afghanistan lesson because it's an integral part of that culture. This helps the student better understand the culture.

Where do I go to get my lessons or other products?

LetsGoGeography.com -- If you purchased your curriculum prior to February 2024, when it was still at the primary LetsGoGeography.com subscription site, Log In there to your Account Page for access to ALL the lessons in your plan.

Click the Subscriptions link for your companion products, such as Discovery Packs or Maps (see illustration).

LetsGoGeography.com/STORE -- If you purchased your lessons & companion products after February 2024, at our current STORE, Log In to your Account there and click the ORDER tab to see your lessons in Chronological sequence. Of course, everything will also be listed under the DOWNLOADS tab, but not in the sequence you need!

What do I need in order to open the downloadable, PDF lessons?

You will need a PDF reader, which you can download free from Adobe and install on your computer. When you do so, we suggest you uncheck all the boxes of extras they offer to install with it!

What internet videos do you include?

Most of our suggested videos come from YouTube, and most of the YouTube videos are linked via SafeYouTube, Video.Link, or another safe linking service. If a safe link is not available, we recommend you use the 2 safety features explained here to ensure that you don't accidentally see undesirable videos on the YouTube site. Keep in mind that the curriculum was designed for the teacher to be present for all activities, including the video portion.

Videos give factual information and are appropriate for children. If there is anything in a video that concerns you, please let us know. We appreciate your feedback!

Will I need a printer for this curriculum?

Yes! Each lesson has printables, which can include maps, flags, coloring pages, craft printables, & journaling pages. Most of the time, you will only need to print a few pages for each lesson. A color printer is required for the flags, & recommended for the K-2 journaling pages.

I want to print the flags & K-2 journaling pages in color, but isn't Color Printing expensive?

Printing flags uses minimal ink, since just the outlines of the colors are included (the students fill the rest in later). Also, printing flags and/or journaling pages on your printer's DRAFT setting is usually fine and saves ink.

Do you offer US Geography?

Let's Go Geography is a World Geography curriculum. It starts each year with 2-3 weeks for select regions of the US. The US is the only country that we re-visit each year and the only country that gets attention for more than 1 lesson each year. This means that in our full 3-year program, you will learn about 8 regions of the US. So, yes, we cover US geography, but not exclusively for an entire year.

How do I change my Password?

At LetsGoGeography.com, log in and go to your Account ("Account" in the top Navigation Bar). Scroll down & click the "Change Password" link underneath your name and email information.

At LetsGoGeography.com/store, click "Account" in the top Navigation Bar. You will see the "Lost Your Password?" option under the Login box.

What is your Refund Policy?

Please Click Here to read our Refund Policy.

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