Trisha DePasquale
Teacher-World Traveler 🌎
I travel the world to bring it to kids.
✈️Travel lessons for elementary age
🎤Keynotes/Workshops for educators
🧳Recommended travel products and trips
About Me
I'm Trisha, an early childhood educator for more than 18 years and a world traveler.Teaching kids about the world has been a love of mine throughout my entire teaching career. Providing teachers with resources to bring the world to their classrooms has become my passion.I created Passport Adventures as a unique way to make children feel as if they are actually traveling to faraway places. A little imagination goes a long way, so let's get you started!
Passport Adventures Lessons 🌍
I created my social studies curriculum, Passport Adventures, because I wanted something more engaging for my students. Kids deserve to be excited about other places, cultures, and people.The lessons are designed for ages 5-9 and can be used in a formal classroom or at home. Through the use of imagination, kids pretend to travel to these destinations.Ask me about the Passport Adventures Community if you'd like to get new lessons as soon as they come out.Each lesson includes:*Real Pictures
*Exclusive Videos from my YouTube channel
*Packing List
*Photo Opportunities
*Drawing ActivityBelow the lessons are some supplemental resources that can be used to enhance students' experience.
Auckland, New Zealand
Kia ora! Hello!In this lesson, kids will pretend to go up the Auckland Sky Tower, visit Mount Eden, Cornwall Park, and Waiheke Island. Get ready for sheep, volcanoes, a ferry ride and a gorgeous sunset.
Brisbane, Australia
In the lesson, kids learn all about some of Australia’s well-known animals by visiting the Australia Zoo and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary. They’ll also explore downtown Brisbane. Kangaroo feedings, koala holds, and looking at some of Australia’s deadliest snakes will make them feel like they’re truly Down Under!
Bryce Canyon National Park, USA
In this lesson, kids will be mesmerized by the stunning hoodoos - slender rock formations formed by erosion. In fact, Bryce Canyon has the largest collections of hoodoos in the world! Kids will also learn about the wildlife here.
Cairo, Egypt
In this lesson, kids will feel as if they have traveled back in time thousands of years ago as they explore the Giza Pyramids, Great Sphinx, and go inside the Dahshur and Saqqara Pyramids. It's jam-packed with all kinds of activities, including sailing down the iconic Nile River on a felucca, visiting the Egyptian Museum, getting a bird’s eye view from the Cairo Tower, and learning about mummies.There is also a brief stop made at Coptic Cairo - where it’s believed Mary, Joseph, and baby Jesus lived when they had to flee to Egypt shortly after Jesus was born.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
Who is ready to be a mahout?In this lesson, kids visit Elephant Rescue Park where they become mahouts (elephant caretakers) and learn about these majestic creatures. They will also experience the floating lanterns and hike through Doi Inthanthon National Park. Hiking over bamboo bridges, through coffee fields and around waterfalls will make this trip an unforgettable one!
Copenhagen, Denmark
This is a Christmas-themed lesson that has kids on the lookout for a Christmas gnome. They’ll learn about popular Danish foods and phrases.Highlights include visiting Nyhavn, Christmas markets, Tivoli, Amalienborg, Rosenborg Castle, the Little Mermaid statue, and seeing the Lucia Kayak Parade.
Dubai, UAE
The world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, is here in Dubai.Kids get to head up to the observation deck in this lesson. They also get to see the Dubai Fountains and experience sandboarding in the desert.
Edinburgh, Scotland
This is a Christmas-themed lesson that has kids wandering through a Christmas tree maze in St. Andrews Square and a Christmas market. They also get to explore Holyrood Park, see Holyrood Palace, the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle.Edinburgh is the birthplace of Harry Potter, and kids can see the actual desk where JK Rowling sat to write parts of the first few books.
Greek Isles, Greece
Who’s ready for cliff-diving? This lesson has kids traveling to the islands of Hydra, Santorini, and Mykonos. They’ll learn about Greek food and find creative ways to explore Hydra- an island where cars are not allowed.It’s all about the steps in Santorini, where they’ll hike up and down to get incredible views of the island. After their hiking, they’ll be rewarded with an imaginary dive into the Aegean Sea. Seeing the popular windmills in Mykonos will also be a highlight!
Havana, Cuba
Havana is one of the most colorful cities in the world. Kids will pretend to explore it after arriving in Havana via cruise ship. They’ll love learning about the classic cars and types of delicious Cuban food.This trip concludes with a brief stop to the Christ of Havana statue before it’s time to head back to the cruise ship.
Holy Land - The Birth and Ministry of Jesus
This lesson has kids exploring the modern day sites for the birth of Jesus, His baptism, and earthly ministry.The sites include: Nazareth, Bethlehem, Egypt (where Joseph, Mary, and Jesus fled shortly after He was born), Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, and the Sea of Galilee.
Holy Land - Holy Week and Beyond
This lesson takes kids on a journey through modern day Jerusalem to see the Biblical sites surrounding the events from Holy Week.Kids will see where Jesus processed into the city on Palm Sunday, prayed and was arrested in the Garden of Gethsemane, the two possible sites for where He was buried and resurrected, where He ascended into heaven from Mt. Arbel.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Here in Kuala Lumpur, kids learn about popular Malaysian food and see the Petronas Towers. The excitement starts to build when they head to the Batu Caves and climb the colorful steps to go inside. They’ll be extra cautious of their belongings here, because monkeys that live in the caves can be very sneaky!Then, it’ll be time to visit a rainforest in the middle of the city and also go shopping for some souvenirs.
London, England
Happy Christmas! This lesson shows kids just how magical London is in December. They’ll see the popular sites around London such as: Buckingham Palace, Kensington Palace, Tower Bridge, Westminster Abbey, Elizabeth Tower, and the London Eye.But since this is a Christmas-themed adventure, they’ll also board a double decker bus to admire the Christmas lights and then visit Hyde Park’s Christmas Wonderland…get ready for the ice slide!
Machu Picchu, Peru
Are you ready to hike the Short Inca Trail? This lesson is jam-packed with all kinds of movement as kids pretend to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. They can hike all around your campus or within their classroom, the choice is up to you! Highlights include seeing Inca ruins at Wiñay Wayna, going through the Sun Gate for the first glimpse of Machu Picchu, and getting a tour through the archeological site. There are 44 slides of information, real photos, 16 exclusive videos, 2 drawing activities, a bulletin board idea and an optional activity using Legos.
Maui, USA
Aloha! This lesson takes kids on a whale watching boat, the incredible Road to Hana, Haleakala National Park, and snorkeling in the crystal clear waters…...watch out for sea turtles! 🐢
Montreal, Canada
This Christmas-themed adventure takes kids over the Blue Water Bridge for a Canadian road trip. They’ll see Bonsecours Market, the tallest ferris wheel in Canada, and see the city all lit up with Christmas decorations.And of course, they can’t visit Canada without learning about popular Canadian foods! Poutine, anyone?
Petra, Jordan
This lesson takes kids to one of the Current 7 Wonders of the World. Kids will pretend to navigate their way through the Siq, which leads them to the most famous site in Petra: the Treasury.From there, they’ll pretend to explore other places around Petra and make friends with Jordanian cat! The trip concludes with a stop at the Dead Sea, where they’ll get to float from the comfort of their own seats.
Preikestolen, Norway
Kids will get to do one of my favorite hikes, ever.They’ll “hike” to the edge of Preikestolen, overlooking the stunning fjords Norway is known for.
Quebec City, Canada
This Christmas-themed lesson has kids visiting the Upper and Lower Towns of Quebec City.It’s a perfect lesson to do right before New Year’s Eve because it shows kids how this city celebrates. Trois, deux, un…Happy New Year!
Scottish Highlands, Scotland
In this lesson, kids get up close to some highland cows, known as hairy coos!They also learn about the mysterious Loch Ness as they search for Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster.
Shanghai, China
Shanghai is known for its skyscrapers and kids rank their top ones.They also explore Yu Yuan Gardens and Shanghai Disneyland.
Southern Tasmania, Australia
In this lesson, kids discover the wonders of Tasmania.They’ll see the giant ash trees (some of the tallest trees in the world) at Mt. Field National Park, hike down to Wineglass Bay at Freycinet National Park, and meet adorable rescued animals at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. Who’s ready to feed some kangaroos?
South Island, New Zealand
It’s time for kids to put on their hiking boots because they’ll pretend to hike the prettiest trail in New Zealand: the Hooker Valley Track at Mt. Cook National Park.Another highlight for this lesson is exploring Margaret Mahy Playground in Christchurch, which is the largest playground in the southern hemisphere.
Stockholm, Sweden
In this lesson, kids head underground to check out different subway stations to see the artwork. Did you know Stockholm's subway system is considered the longest art gallery in the world?They also spend time above ground exploring places such as Gamla Stan, the Royal Palace, Skansen, and even an amusement park!
Sydney, Australia
This lesson has kids getting a bird’s eye view of Sydney from the Pylon Lookout.They also receive a tour of the Sydney Opera House, learn about Vivid Sydney (a celebration that takes place every winter), and visit Bondi Beach. After that, it’s time to lace up their hiking boots to explore the Blue Mountains. Keep an eye out for some wild kangaroos!
Tel Aviv, Israel
In Tel Aviv, kids explore the beaches, Biblical sites such as Joppa, and the home of Simon the Tanner.
They learn about the Israeli currency and popular foods.A day trip to the Dead Sea concludes this lesson.
The Great Ocean Road, Australia
Who’s ready for a road trip? It’s time for kids to buckle up for this lesson to travel along one of the most popular roads in the world! Kids pretend to travel along the Great Ocean Road and see the 12 Apostles which are stunning rock formations.Keep your eyes open, you just might spot some wild koalas and kangaroos on the way! 🐨
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia
This lesson has kids hiking around Uluru - an iconic landmark in Australia. Uluru is a large sandstone monolith, and it is sacred to the Anangu - the indigenous people who own it.Kids learn to respect nature while seeing Uluru at sunrise, during the day, and for a spectacular sunset.
Wittenberg, Germany
This lesson is a Christian-based lesson that teaches kids about church reformer, Martin Luther.They explore the modern sites in Wittenberg to see where Luther lived and where parts of the reformation took place, including: the Castle Church, Town Church, Luther’s home, the Augustinian Monastery, and Wartburg Castle.
Yangshuo, China
Who’s ready to float on a bamboo raft?This lesson has kids exploring the stunning karst formations in Yangshuo, by bicycle, bamboo raft, and hiking!
Zion National Park, USA
This lesson teaches kids about the wildlife at Zion National Park.They also get to put on their water shoes to go wading through The Narrows, and then hiking boots to climb up Angel’s Landing.
Passport Adventures: Global Entry Simulations
This packet helps kids better understand the process for entering certain countries.It comes with mock visa applications and mock visas for 10 countries, a waiver for Antarctica (so kids learn they need to respect the land and wildlife), and a health questionnaire for a cruise ship.
Passport Adventures: Packing Lists
This packet is to be used in with Passport Adventure lessons. It gives each child a packing list with 4-5 items. They can bring in 1 of the items for that Passport Adventure.There are over 35 lists for places (all of my lessons, plus one for a Flight Day and Cruise Day).This packet will get updated whenever new Passport Adventures are released. You will be notified of the update and able to download the new lists.
Book Me to Speak at Your Next Event 🎤
I speak at education conferences around the world.My sessions are focused on how to create travel experiences for students without ever leaving the classroom. Attendees will be engaged in active demonstrations, example lessons, and fun activities.Each person receives a host of resources to get started upon returning to the classroom.There are 3 main objectives from each session:1. To be confident about making social studies and travel an effective part of your curriculum
2. To know how to turn students into global travelers without leaving the classroom
3. To be able to excite kids to learn about different cultures around the worldI've also been known to give a few prizes away. 😉I love traveling to talk about these things. ✈️😁Event PlannersFill out the form below to request me for your next event.I'll respond to you shortly to schedule a call.In the meantime, click the button below to see my speaker kit.
Real Travel Experiences ✈
Nothing inspires me teach my students about the world more than actually traveling.
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My Current Favorite Products 👏🏼
I use these types of things every day in my classroom or whenever I travel. Many of them are critical for teaching Passport Adventures or building the lessons.Find a full list in My Amazon Store.
Pretend Passports - I use these for every Passport Adventure I teach.
Passport Stamps - These are the perfect compliment to my students' classroom passports.
Make Believe Euros - These are great for teaching kids about European money.
Water Proof Phone Case - I've been doing a lot of water activities lately and this has come in handy.
Tripod - I record a lot of video as you know. This is my favorite tripod.
Rolling Duffle Bag - I pack light even on the longest of trips. This one has been all over the world.
Freebies 🆓
Here are some free resources to help make teaching fun, effective, and joyful.
Chinese New Years Books: 2025
This freebie was made for the 2025 Chinese New Year. It's listed now as a sneak peak at what's to come for 2026 and will get updated at the beginning of the year.
Passport Adventures: Calendar Photos
I created these calendar photos as a way to get kids excited about where we're "traveling" to later in the week. We add the destination's picture to our calendar on Monday and talk about it throughout the week. These photos help build excitement for the upcoming lessons.
Passport Adventures: Travel Log
These travel logs help kids think about places they'd like to learn about and "visit." Use these with your students or kids to keep track of the places they have learned or want to learn about.
How to Bring the World to Your Classroom
I created this as a simple way to always be mindful of how you can bring global awareness into the classroom. It's meant to sit near or on your desk as a visual reminder.
5 Ways to Be a Better Coworker
We could always use these reminders...especially if you teach in a school!
5 Ways to Be More Confident on Your First Day of School
I hid in a bath on the very first day of my teaching career...because my students and their parents were all peeking through the windows before arrival so they could get a glimpse of the new teacher. I lacked confidence back then and created this list so that no new teacher has to hide in a bathroom like I once did.
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