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Meet the mom who is homeschooling her kids as they travel the world

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The world is their school.

Who says homeschooling can only be done in the home?

Designer/Entrepreneur Mai Kaufman and her family are living the dream. She and her husband David have been travelling the world with their two lovely daughters Alexa, 6, and Calista, 3 in tow making the world their school and playground.

See some of their dazzling photos below and step into their #worldschool.

Oh… The many possibilities, our world has to offer! ????❤️???? Digging their shirts! Haha! Romans8:28 ????❤️ #worldschool #homeschool
A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Oct 17, 2015 at 10:31pm PDT

Learning about history and geography in the U.K.

Getting as much relaxed and quiet growing time spent outdoors with our children is truly a wonderful benefit especially when homeschooling. We thank God for this chance to delight in all His goodness. #grateful #outdoorlife #lifeschooling #earlyyearshomeschool #childhood #london #uk #geography #history #giftofgrace A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Nov 3, 2015 at 11:44pm PST

Taking time to enjoy the sprawling fields of Tuscany.

Soak in as much as you can my darling. Take experience as lessons. Observe. Listen. Learn. Expand. Soar. We love you… always have… always will. ❤️????????????#motherhood #parenting #letlifeunfold #worldschool #childhood #loveparenting #wander #tuscany #wanderlust #travel #italy #vineyard #chianti #unhurriedliving #disconnecttoconnect #countryside A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Oct 15, 2015 at 12:59am PDT

Go to the next page to see more of the Kaufman Family’s learning-filled travels Having fun while learning in Milan, Italy

Just look at these little ones… full of wonder! ❤️???????????????????????????? The Children’s Park is packed full of games and activities to get children actively involved. It is a wonderful opportunity for them to develop relationships through the installations, where they are encouraged to interact with others.???? #ReggioChildren #worldschool #childhood #milan #italy #milanexpo2015 #homeschool #childrenspark A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Oct 9, 2015 at 2:07pm PDT

Kids of Wonder ???????????????? Natural curiosity, when fed, enhances understanding of our world, and naturally enriches our lives. #milanoexpo2015 #worldschool #italy #milan #childhood A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Oct 9, 2015 at 1:14pm PDT

Exploring the natural beauty of Lake Garda, Italy

Our souls are nourished. Loving the peaceful and unspoiled surrounds of Lake Garda. CK, enjoying this beautiful natural setting. Praise to You Lord, for all creations. ???????????????? #lakegarda #italy #soulfulliving #wellness #unhurriedliving A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Oct 4, 2015 at 12:38am PDT

Learning in wonder at the Venice Biennale

The Key in the Hand by Chiharu Shiota. Venice Biennale is a great environment that help children think, wonder and learn even more. #childOFwonder #homeschool #VeniceBiennale #JapanesePavillon #italy #vacationschool #expand #lifeenrichment A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Sep 30, 2015 at 8:04am PDT

There’s so much to learn and experience in Venice, Italy

The w????rld is your oyster. #homeschool #childhood #venicewithkids #italy #venice #travelliving #makeitblissful #instaliving #grandcanal #worldschool A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Sep 30, 2015 at 12:32am PDT

I’m a kid again! Thank you Lord for these joyful girls. ????????♥️???????????????????? #childhood #venice #simplejoys #italy #homeschool #worldschool #makeitblissful A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Sep 28, 2015 at 6:38am PDT

Learning about History, Science, and the arts in Florence, Italy

With comfortable walking shoes, the kids can get some good exercise and learn History, Science and Arts by exploring the Boboli gardens which were the private grounds of the Medici family’s Pitti Palace. #landscapesculpture #firenze #italy #homeschool #HistoryandArts #bestofFlorence #gardenscape thingstodoinFlorence A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Sep 23, 2015 at 2:54am PDT

Having a royally good time at Westminster!

Someone is REALLY #HAPPY that Prince is finally reunited with his folks. #royaltyreunion #dinoPrince #dayout #bigben #westminster #clocktower #letthembelittle #londonliving #childhood #London #homeschool #england #makeitblissful A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Sep 15, 2015 at 12:56am PDT

Their UK adventure continues…

Visiting the Royal Air Force!

Learning about horses #handsonlearning #loveoflearning #inquirybasedlearning #horsecare #pony #homeschool #KaufmanAdventures #worldschool #traveldiary #horse #Kaufmangirls #joy #UK ???????????????????? A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Aug 19, 2015 at 2:40pm PDT

Dressing up is a child- friendly way of getting in touch with the past. I’m glad that AK and CK got to dress up and try what it was like to be working as scullery maids today at the historic Harewood House. #HandsOnHistory #creativeplay #costumes #dressup #educationalvacation #worldschool #HarewoodHouse #EnglishStatelyHome #Leeds #BelowStairs #England #UK #homeschoolactivity #roleplaying #pretendplay #guiltlesshomeschool #imagine #unplugged #familyvacation #healthyhomeschool #loveparenting #KaufmanAdventures #makeitblissful #makingmemories #naturalchildhood #traveldiary #wander #Kaufmangirls ???????????????????????????????????????????? A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Aug 17, 2015 at 2:37pm PDT

True learning can happen anywhere!

PLAY- essence of childhood. ???? Welcome back Gabby! ???????? AK and CK were so happy to have you in their Little Rose cottage today. ????????????❤️????????#CreativePLAY #kidsunplugged #noboredomplay #connectingthroughPLAY #activelearning #childhood #homeschoolfun #imagine #homeschool #gentleparenting #childdirectedlearning #makeitblissful #play A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Jul 28, 2015 at 10:27am PDT

❤️???????????????? Getting the girls engaged in the kitchen is an enjoyable way to teach them about food. It’s a great bonding moment and a fun real-world learning activity #kidsintraining #practicalHomeschool #worldschool #healthyliving #lifeskills #RecipeReading #PoddingPeas #StartThemYoung #KitchenHomeschool #HomeEconomics #healthyhomeschool #handsonlearning #mindfulliving #unplugged #homeschool #activelearning #CreativePLAY #naturalchildhood #parenting #livewell #simpleliving #uk #unhurriedlife #Kaufmangirls #familytime #food A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Aug 14, 2015 at 11:35pm PDT

FREEDOM PLAY Rather than sitting glued to the TV/Ipad/ computer, it’s nice to encourage our children to go out and play. #EncouragingNaturalPlay #MultiSensoryDevelopment #noStructuregame #kidsunplugged #outdoorplay #naturalchildhood #freeformplay #motordevelopment #movement #activeplay #enjoyingsummergrass #kickball #homeschool #worldschool #mindfulliving #healthyhomeschool #positiveparenting #ChildrenandNature #Kaufmangirls #uk ????????⚽️???????????????????? A photo posted by Mai C. Kaufman (@maikaufman) on Aug 14, 2015 at 8:21am PDT

Making music and new friends in Scotland

Learning with legos is more fun when done outdoors!

Making fashionable friends around Asia!

Here’s Alexa having fun with her kababayans. There’s no place like home!

Social awareness and a heart for giving are just one of the many things they learn in world school. Go, Calista!

Here they are travelling by train through Europe but diligently doing their school work! Go, Alexa and Calista. Your parents must be so proud of you!

Photos from: Mai Kaufman

Read: Homeschool 101: 10 Things you need to know before homeschooling your kids

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