Things You'll Need:
- Backpack
- Cell phone
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Step 1
Identify clearly who is in your group. The teacher creates the groups, but you may not know all the kids, so get a good look at each child and know their names so you can call out to them if need be.
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Step 2
Know the schedule. If you're heading to a museum or zoo, it's likely the class will disperse throughout the facility, so know when you're supposed to meet the zookeeper or head to a specific exhibit.
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Step 3
Have contact numbers for the other chaperons. If something goes awry--one of your group is ill or lost--make sure you can quickly and easily contact another chaperon to take over your group while you take care of the child. Have the contact number for your child's teacher since she is likely to have a master list of contacts, including emergency personnel.
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Step 4
Bring a backpack or knapsack. Most field trips are for the full day, and children will bring a sack lunch, which you'll need to carry. The buses are often used for other trips during the day, or you might have to leave your car at a far-flung lot. In either case, have a way to cart around the lunches while keeping your hands free.
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Step 5
Enjoy the day. This is a terrific opportunity to learn something interesting, observe the dynamics of your child's social group and break up your normal, daily routine.
