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New York Times bestselling author Jerry Craft is back with the newest adventures of Jordan, Drew, Liam, and all the characters that fans first met in New Kid , winner of the Newbery Award and the Coretta Scott King Author Award! In this full-color contemporary graphic novel, the gang from Riverdale Academy Day is heading to Paris, for an international education like you’ve never seen before …

Jordan, Drew, Liam, Maury, and their friends from Riverdale Academy Day School are heading out on a school trip to Paris. As an aspiring artist himself, Jordan can’t wait to see all the amazing art in the famous City of Lights.

But when their trusted faculty guides are replaced at the last minute, the school trip takes an unexpected—and hilarious—turn. Especially when trying to find their way around a foreign city ends up being almost as tricky as navigating the same friendships, fears, and differences that they struggle with at home.

Will Jordan and his friends embrace being exposed to a new language, unfamiliar food, and a different culture? Or will they all end up feeling like the “new kid”?

Don’t miss the two hilarious and powerful companion novels by Jerry Craft, New Kid and Class Act !

“With his signature laugh-out-loud storytelling, which teems with nuanced character dynamics, tender moments of acceptance and connection, and a multicultural cast, Craft offers a zestful graphic novel adventure that mixes lighthearted fare with thought-provoking observations on lasting friendship in the face of future-based anxieties.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“At the heart of Craft’s series are the three-dimensional relationships forged among the diverse cast of characters in Jordan’s orbit, and this novel fully delights on that score…readers will love this European escapade with characters who reflect the richness and multiculturalism of modern America. Another triumph of storytelling filled with heart and wonder.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“This heartfelt, must-read title belongs on all ¬library shelves, as it beautifully accompanies Craft’s first two graphic novels with these characters.” —School Library Journal (starred review)

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New York Times bestselling author Jerry Craft is back with the newest adventures of Jordan, Drew, Liam, and all the characters that fans first met in New Kid, winner of the Newbery Award and the Coretta Scott King Author Award! In this full-color contemporary graphic novel, the gang from Riverdale Academy Day is heading to Paris, for an international education like you've never seen before...

Jordan, Drew, Liam, Maury, and their friends from Riverdale Academy Day School are heading out on a school trip to Paris. As an aspiring artist himself, Jordan can't wait to see all the amazing art in the famous City of Lights.

But when their trusted faculty guides are replaced at the last minute, the school trip takes an unexpected—and hilarious—turn. Especially when trying to find their way around a foreign city ends up being almost as tricky as navigating the same friendships, fears, and differences that they struggle with at home.

Will Jordan and his friends embrace being exposed to a new language, unfamiliar food, and a different culture? Or will they all end up feeling like the "new kid"?

Don't miss the two hilarious and powerful companion novels by Jerry Craft, New Kid and Class Act!

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In this hilarious installment of the bestselling Middle School series, Rafe faces a cranky crocodile, a quirky campout, and a dastardly diamond plot in his most topsy-turvy adventure yet.Things have quieted down for lovable troublemaker Rafe Khatchadorian, and after all the mishaps and adventures he’s been through, he’s feeling a little restless. So when he’s invited to attend an all-expenses-paid art field trip in California, Rafe jumps at the opportunity.But things go sideways, as they always do for Rafe, when he arrives and realizes his trip isn’t the Hollywood vacation he thought it would be. Instead, he’ll be participating in a “Cultural Campout” in the desert.What follows is a series of unfortunate events that only Rafe could find himself in, including an encounter with a cranky crocodile, a claustrophobic trip into an ancient cave, and a set of ancient cave paintings that may or may not have been faked.To make matters worse, Rafe finds himself smack dab in the middle of a plot to smuggle a legendary missing diamond. Has he finally stumbled his way into an adventure he can’t get himself out of?

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James Patterson has had more New York Times bestsellers than any other writer, ever, according to Guinness World Records. Since his first novel won the Edgar Award in 1977 James Patterson’s books have sold more than 300 million copies. He is the author of the Alex Cross novels, the most popular detective series of the past twenty-five years, including Kiss the Girls and Along Came a Spider. He writes full-time and lives in Florida with his family.

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Field trip planning: how to book a great school trip.

Thursday, 10th August 2023

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A successful school trip depends on how well it’s planned. Our complete guide covers everything you need to know.

Taking lessons out of the classroom and going on a school trip is an excellent way to enhance learning, experience new cultures and learn new skills. But taking large school groups abroad can be a daunting thought. Don’t worry though! Our complete guide will let you know everything you need to get your trip off the ground.

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Steps for planning your school trip

How to choose a school trip provider.

Launching your school trip to parents

School trip planning checklist

Tips from our experts

The success or failure of any school trip lies in the planning.

Not only do you want to make sure your trip offers educational value and you achieve your desired learning outcomes, but you also have to think about completing risk assessments, health and safety, securing parental permission, budgeting (and more!)

Here’s how to get started when planning your school trips:

Set clear objectives

First things first, decide what you want your students to get out of the trip. This might be:

• A focus on an area of the curriculum, particular topics or learning objectives
• Combining more than one subject
• Sticking to your budget
• Any specific guidance you’ll need from trip providers
• Specific activities or day trips

Once you’ve highlighted clear goals, it’s handy to write them down so you can keep them in mind throughout the whole planning process.

When you constantly refer back to these objectives, your planning will stay on track.

Choose a destination

Once you understand your trip’s objectives, it’s time to choose a destination.

Certain subjects lend themselves to a particular destination so you may already have somewhere in mind. For example, if you’re studying geography, you may be considering Iceland, but if your students are learning about history and religion, you may be thinking of travelling to Sicily.

Despite this, it’s important to browse all options because sometimes the lesser-known destinations make the best trips!

Choose a date

It’s crucial to allow yourself plenty of planning time. Set a date far enough in advance as this will allow time to promote your trip, complete risk assessments, sign permission slips, and deposits to be paid without any last-minute rush.

We recommend planning a trip around 12- 18 months in advance to allow plenty of time.

Being flexible with your dates is important, too.

Most schools prefer to travel on the first weekend of half-term breaks meaning these dates get booked up fast.

If you have some wiggle room with dates, you’re also more likely to find more pricing options. Another reason to start planning in advance!

Provide educational value

One of the main reasons for booking a school trip is the educational benefits they offer. A study by the Royal Geographical Society found that 82% of KS2 pupils said field trips helped improve their learning.

It’s important to tailor your itinerary to the learning outcomes you want to achieve. Once you’ve set clear learning objectives based on what your students are studying, you can plan activities and day trips that are suited to them.

For example, if you’re learning about geothermal energy, a field trip to Deildartunguhver in Iceland (Europe’s most powerful hot spring) is perfect. But if you’re focusing on team building, you might book water rafting in Norway.

There are lots of ways educational visits can elevate your teaching so knowing what you want to achieve beforehand is essential for effective trip planning.

Compare trip providers

Now you’ve decided on the type of trip you’d like to book, it’s time to decide who to book with.

Comparing trip providers can feel like a minefield, but getting this right will save you lots of stress further down the line. Here are some things to bear in mind when choosing the right provider for you and your school.

Check accreditations

One of the most important things to look for in a school trip company is that they are accredited so that you’re financially protected and will receive a quality field trip.

Here are some accreditations to look for when booking your field trip:

ABTA- We recommend booking your school trip through an ABTA member because the provider will have access to the association’s support and expertise.

ATOL- ATOL (Air Travel Organiser’s License) holders will provide security for the money that you have paid for a school trip.

AITO Assured- The Specialist Travel Association is a British-based travel industry trade group that represents around 120 specialist and independent tour operators.

LOTC quality badge- A LOTC (learning outside the classroom) quality badge is a recognition of safety standards as well as educational visits that meet schools’ academic or pastoral needs. Look for a provider with a LOTC quality badge to ensure your school trip offers educational value and you achieve your desired learning outcomes.

School Travel Forum- Members of the STF ensure pupils experience the most rewarding learning outside the classroom opportunities possible allowing teachers to have confidence in the quality of their overseas school trip

Health and Safety

When planning a school trip, health and safety is a top priority. This should be no different when it comes to your providers, too. One of the benefits of booking your field trip through an operator is that they’ll be able to offer support in a range of situations such as a child being travel sick and needing medical attention , delayed flights, extreme weather conditions etc.

Some questions to ask about the health and safety to make sure your school trip runs smoothly are:

• Do you complete regular health and safety audits?
• Do you have a 24-hour support phone line?
• What are your safety procedures when dealing with emergency situations?

Teacher inspection visits

A pre visit is a good idea when planning school trips as it will allow you to experience the trip for yourself and familiarise yourself with the destination. Choose a provider that offers inspection visits so you can see the highlights of your trip beforehand.

The pre visit is also a chance to complete any risk assessments of your school trip activities.

Flexible itineraries

No two school trips are the same. That’s why it’s crucial that your provider can help you create a custom itinerary that’s perfectly suited to achieving your objectives.

Make sure the company will support you in choosing the best activities that will link to your goals whether it’s an area of the curriculum, team building, a specific subject or a combination of all 3.

Travel experts

Choosing a provider with internal experts on your destination means they’ll be able to suggest activities based on their first-hand experience and tailor your itinerary to suit your learning objectives.

Support and Guidance

Teachers know better than anyone that things don’t always go to plan. That’s why it’s important to have a provider that’s able to support you should anything not quite go as expected.

Whether a student is travel sick, someone’s lost their passport or an activity has overrun, having a supportive provider that offers you guidance will put your mind at ease.

Your provider should support you from your very first booking right up until you return home. Some good indicators of a supportive provider are:

• They offer 24-hour telephone support
• There is good communication from the first enquiry
• They have clear procedures in place
• They complete regular health and safety audits
• They can offer advice about creating an itinerary that suits your needs

Launching school trips to parents

Once you’ve decided on a destination and travel provider, it’s time to get everyone on board! It’s essential to create a buzz around your school trip so that students want to sign up.

The first step to achieving this is launching the field trip to their parents.

Here’s everything you need to know:

Launch presentations

Mostly, schools will opt for a launch evening where you can invite parents in and share all the details about the trip. This presentation is a great chance to communicate your objectives for the field trip along with how this will benefit your students.

Some providers can support you by joining you for the presentation and being available to answer any questions.

Keep parents up to date

Once the parents are on board, it’s essential they’re kept up to date about the school trip. Make sure you clearly communicate with them to keep your trip planning on track.

Parents need to know:

• Where you’re travelling to and from
• Dates and duration of your school trip
• Details of your itinerary and planned activities
• How much the trip will cost (we recommend factoring in some contingency before setting the final price)
• Details around health and safety and risk assessments
• A kit list including everything their child will need to take on their school trip
• Contact information for a staff member on the trip
• Transportation arrangements
• Permission slip deadlines
• Payment deadlines
• Passport and visa advice
• How the school trip links to their child’s education

Permission slips and letters

Permission slips and letters are essential for any field trips, residential trips or school trips.

Not only do they help keep parents updated but, you must get written consent from a parent or guardian before a student can go on any school trip.

Here’s what to include in a permission letter for educational visits:

• The destination you’re travelling to
• Key dates and times
• Key travel arrangements including students’ drop-off and collection
• Purpose and objectives of the field trip
• When and how they can express interest in joining the trip
• Final date for payments due
• Details of arrangements should the trip be cancelled

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How to raise money for your school trip

There’s no denying the educational benefits of an overseas school trip, but they are more expensive than a local field trip.

Understandably, parents may worry about paying for their child’s school trip. This is why schools often help by raising money to contribute towards the trip.

Discover more top tips for running a cost effective trip   here .

School trip planning: Checklist

As you can see, there’s lots to think about when booking your next school trip! This handy checklist covers everything and you can use it as a reference for any upcoming field trip or educational visits:

Pre-booking

Check which teachers are available for the trip

Check individual budget per student

Check deposit cost per student

Choosing a provider

Check what’s included in the price and any additional costs

Check their accreditations

Read their policies and procedures

Choose your trip activities

Book a teacher inspection visit

Send out permission forms

Post booking

Create a payment plan including a schedule for deposits and other payments

Get insurance for students and teachers

Check student’s visas and passport information

Share a kit list with students

Our top tips for booking your next school trip

We spoke to our Travel Specialists for a little extra advice!

“It’s good to start planning your school trip in advance. The earlier you book, the better availability for flights and activities! I would advise teachers to start planning a trip 18 months before they want to travel as it gives you lots of choice and time to organise and for parents to save. It’s also worth looking for a provider that offers a loyalty scheme so you can earn money off vouchers towards your next booking.”

Sonia Stephens, Senior Travel Specialist

“Comparing quotes can be tricky because you may be enquiring a year or more in advance and so the quotes you receive are often based on estimated prices for your time of travel, or they may be based on current prices and it’s not always clear. It’s also worth checking what’s included in your quote, for example does it specify an airline and departure airport, is it based on half or full board, is air passenger duty included for applicable passengers, is the location of the accommodation best suited for your itinerary and are there enough activities included each day to help you get the most out of your trip. It’s a good idea to speak to your experienced travel specialist so they can help you to compare quotations, to help you get the best value and best experience possible for your students.”

Sarah Rimmington, Head of Customer Success & Growth 

“My number one tip is to plan as far ahead as possible, especially for busy times of the year like the UK school holidays and May- September. It’s also good when schools have some flexibility with dates to help get availability if they are planning closer to the time of travel. I’d also advise teachers to have a backup waitlist of students for your trip. This allows for a number of changes or students, which helps with any unexpected number changes between booking flights and departing on their trip.”

Marie Burr, Senior Travel Specialist

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Field Trips Information

Welcome to our Field Trips Reservations system where you can take care of everything in one place! Book your spot, pay online, and your tickets will be mailed out the following Tuesday.

Schools with Title I accreditation and schools within Houston City Limits qualify for free admission . View the Texas Education Agency, Federal Program Compliance to see if you qualify.

• Students: $15
• Adult chaperones: $17
• Processing fees: $25 (payable by credit card only)
• Wildlife Carousel rides: $3 per ticket

Payment is due at the time of your booking. Once payment is finalized, your booking cannot be modified. You will automatically receive a detailed receipt by email. Tickets will be mailed every Tuesday. All tickets and processing fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Booking stops automatically for each day when capacity is reached. No exception will be made. 

For any field-trip related questions, please read the FAQ below.

Booking Your Field Trip

To book your field trip, you will need :

• A credit card (only form of payment available)
• Name, address, and district of your school
• Name, phone number, and email of an official contact booking the field trip
• Total number of students
• Number of chaperons (automatically calculated based on ratio described below)
• Number of extra adults (not covered by the free chaperon program) and extra children visiting with your group
• Number of buses
• Name and phone number for an emergency contact while on Zoo grounds the day of the field trip

Chaperone Program

Chaperone calculations are as follows:

• One free adult chaperone for every ten students grades K-12
• One free adult chaperone for every five Pre-K students
• One free adult chaperone for every one Person with Special Needs (PSN)

Chaperones must accompany their groups for the duration of the visit. Free chaperon tickets will be added automatically to your cart according to the ratio above. Teachers, staff, and bus driver are considered part of this ratio. Purchase additional adult discounted tickets for any adults not part of that ratio. Tickets are not available to purchase at the gate.

Buses and Parking

All bus drivers must unload students at Hermann Park Drive curbside, between Gates 4 and 7. A Zoo Ranger/Security Officer will assist teachers and students during unloading. This area is designated as bus parking so buses may remain there once the children have been unloaded. A security officer will patrol this area for the duration of the field trip. At the end of your students’ visit, you will load students, chaperones and teachers back at the curb at Hermann Park Drive where originally dropped off. Zoo Rangers will assist with making sure all students load buses safely.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for field trips.

Only educational institutions accredited by the Texas Education Agency or the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission qualify for school field trips. Requests made by affiliate programs will be denied.

Which schools qualify for free field trips?

Public and private schools located within the Houston city limits and Title 1 schools in outlying cities qualify for free field trips. Processing fees apply and are not refundable.

Who is considered a chaperone?

Any adult accompanying your group is required to have an adult ticket (either a complementary chaperon ticket or a paid adult ticket). If a chaperone has a Houston Zoo Membership, they are able to use the membership for entry. (Please note that all students must have a field trip ticket and cannot enter with a membership.)

What is your cancellation policy?

All tickets and processing fees are non-refundable and non-transferable. Houston Zoo reserves the right to cancel any program due to inclement weather, or unforeseen circumstances, in which case tickets will be refunded. For more questions, email us at [email protected] .

How do I schedule a field trip in the summer?

Our field trip program runs from September through May, please schedule accordingly. If you plan a visit to visit Houston Zoo this summer (June through August), discounted admission is available for groups of 20 people or more. Please visit our Group Admission Discounts page for details.

What if it rains on the day of our visit?

The Zoo is open rain or shine. We have many indoor facilities, and if you dress for the weather, you can still thoroughly enjoy your visit!

Where do buses park?

All bus drivers must unload students at Hermann Park Drive, curbside between gates 4 and 7. A Zoo Ranger/Security Officer will assist teachers and students during unloading. This area is designated as bus parking so buses may remain there once the children have been unloaded. A security officer will patrol this area for the duration of the field trip. At the end of your students’ visit, you will load students, chaperones and teachers back at the curb at Hermann Park Drive where originally dropped off. Zoo Rangers will assist with making sure all students load buses safely.

How does my group enter the Zoo?

We ask that you distribute all tickets to your students before approaching the main entrance. You will be directed by a member of our staff to line up before proceeding through the gate.

What if a student or chaperone in my group is arriving late?

Tickets for late arrivals may be left at Guest Services for pick up. Upon checking in and retrieving their ticket, they will then be granted entry separate from your group.

What if I do not have enough tickets or a chaperon needs to buy a ticket?

Any extra adult tickets not already booked for your field trip will need to be purchased, in advance, on the website like other general admission tickets.

If you need more tickets, you are welcome to book through the field trip page for additional tickets if capacity allows (enter zero for bus quantity), or purchase regular tickets online as regular guests, either through discounted group tickets or daytime admission tickets .

No tickets are sold onsite.

What if I have extra tickets?

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021

[review] - middle school: field trip fiasco by james patterson & martin chatterton.

New in bookstores this week from Jimmy Patterson Books ( Little, Brown, and Company ) is Middle School: Field Trip Fiasco by James Patterson and Martin Chatterton. It's the 13th installment in Mr. Patterson's popular Middle School series for middle graders. The Middle School series centers on Rafe Khatchadorian, a kid with a wild imagination. In this installment, the Advancement of Writers and Contemporary American Artists (IAWCAA) has picked Rafe to attend an educational art trip with other students from around the country. It's a week-long "Camp Culture" in California, and at the end of this event is an art exhibit. Sounds exciting, right?

Final Thoughts

The Middle School books have always been well-written with funny illustrations, but that's not the case with Middle School: Field Trip Fiasco . The narration feels a bit off compared to the previous installments, and this more or less has to do with the new co-author, Martin Chatterton, and illustrator, Anthony Lewis. The writing isn't up to par with the rest of the series. 

The art camp plot isn't necessarily a bad idea, but the story falls apart midway. The missing diamond subplot would be better suited for Mr. Patterson's Treasure Hunters book series. The illustrations in this book are generic at best. They don't have the same comedic look to them as were featured in the other Middle School books. 

Overall, Middle School: Field Trip Fiasco is the worst book in the series. The writing feels rushed, and the illustrations are a yawn. Let's hope this isn't going to be a new trend for the series.

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The Magic School Bus Field Trip Joke Book: A Book To Give You Giggles Paperback – January 1, 1997

• Print length 32 pages
• Language English
• Publisher Scholastic, Inc.
• Publication date January 1, 1997
• ISBN-10 0590922475
• ISBN-13 978-0590922470
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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Scholastic, Inc. (January 1, 1997)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0590922475
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0590922470
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.95 pounds

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