TL;DR: You can take your lessons anywhere by exporting them as PDFs. This lets you teach and learn even when you don't have an internet connection.
One of the best parts of homeschooling is the freedom to learn anywhere. You might be on a long flight, camping in a park, or exploring a new city. To keep your LearnSpark experience going without the internet, you can export your lessons for offline use.
💡 Good to know: Exporting a lesson as a PDF does not cost any extra SparkAI credits!
How to Export Lessons for Travel
Exporting your materials turns them into PDFs or printable files. This is great for keeping your plans safe on your device. Follow these steps to get ready for your next trip:
Navigate to your Schedule: Go to the Schedule tab on your dashboard to see your upcoming lessons.
Select your Lesson: Click on the specific lesson or project you want to take with you.
Open the Export Menu: Look for the Export button at the top of the lesson view. It usually looks like a document or download icon.
Choose Your Format: Select Export as PDF. This format keeps all your pictures and SparkAI instructions in one easy file.
Save to Your Device: Save the file to your "Files" app or "Downloads" folder. Now you can open it anytime!
Exporting Adventures and Activities
If you use our worldschooling tools, you can also take your travel plans offline. This helps you stay organized while exploring.
Adventure Itineraries: On the Adventures page, you can export your shortlisted activities. This includes helpful "what to pack" lists and weather tips from SparkAI.
Quick Activities: If you planned a Quick Activity for a day trip, export it before you leave your Wi-Fi. This ensures you have all your learning prompts ready to go.
Tips for a Smooth Offline Experience
Plan ahead so you never miss a learning moment. Here are a few ways to make offline learning easier:
Download Early: Try to export your lessons at least 24 hours before you travel. This gives you peace of mind.
Take Notes Offline: You won't be able to update the dashboard without internet. Take photos or notes of your child's work while you are out.
Sync Later: When you are back online, use the Log Activity function. This helps SparkAI update your student's progress and mastery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do exports use SparkAI credits?
Creating the lesson uses credits, but saving it as a PDF for your own use is free. You can export as many copies as you need.
Can I export an entire month at once?
Right now, you export lessons one by one. This keeps the files small and easy to open on a phone or tablet while you travel.
What if we learn something new while offline?
Just keep a simple record of what you did. When you get back to Wi-Fi, you can tell SparkAI about the activity to keep your records accurate.
Will the weather updates in my PDF change?
No, a PDF is a snapshot in time. For the most up-to-date weather and adventure suggestions, do a fresh export right before you leave your signal.