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Virtual learning and fun things to do

Are you wondering what you’re going to do with the kids’ home now that schools are closed due to Coronavirus (Covid-19)?

Maybe you’re a little uneasy about getting the kids to do their schoolwork at home, or maybe you just need something fun and different to look at with them.

Here are some online resources the kids could use, plus some additional educational programs you can use to supplement and keep things rolling. There's also included a list of fun virtual field trips to places like Yellowstone National Park that you can take right from your computer.

Let’s talk about a few of them, so you know what to expect when you see their assignments.

Brain Pop – Video-based lessons with companion quizzes, for several different subjects. Free access for students through school accounts, or subscription-based for the public.
Epic – Digital library of books. Students can access this site for free through their student account. Families can subscribe, and a free trial is offered.
Extra Math – A free online math learning resource that is available to everyone.
i-Ready – The most frequently used online resource for students. This program offers math and reading lessons and diagnostic tests for students. It is self-guided and they typically need to log a certain number of minutes per week in both reading and math. This program is not available to the general public.
Khan Academy – Short lessons in the form of videos for English and math. These lessons are available online, free of charge to anyone.
Prodigy – A game platform that teaches children math. Free access for students through school accounts, or subscription-based for the public.
Quavers Wonderful World of Music – An online music education resource, provided for free through school access. Families can subscribe for $24 a school year.
Quizlet – Teachers create study guides and practice tests for the current curriculum being studied. This is not available to the general public.
Seesaw – Teachers create an activity library of assignments for students to complete. Students then use tools to take photos, make videos, and draw to complete those assignments. This is not available to the general public.

Multiple Subject Resources

Miacademy Learning – Lessons for multiple subjects offered. Subscription-based with a $1.99 first month trial.
ABC Mouse – Math, art, science, reading & color lessons for ages 2-8. FREE access during the school closures by using code – SCHOOL7771
Adventure Academy – Math, art, science & reading for ages 8-13.. FREE access during the school closures by using code – SCHOOL7771
Scholastic – A free resource for students pre-k through middle grades. A daily list of four new activities.

Math Resources

Dragon Box – Online and App-based Math lessons for ages 4-9.
Zearn – An online math lesson resource that is typically subscription-based, it is now available for free during the cancellation of school because of Covid-19.

Related Arts Resources

McHarper Manor – Free daily live art & craft tutorials.
Kinder Art – Art lessons for grades PreK – 8th grade. Free and fee-based lessons available online.

Staying Active

Cosmic Kids Yoga – Yoga, mindfulness and relaxation for kids 3 and over.
Go Noodle – Kid-friendly videos to get your kids up and moving around.
Dr. Jean and Friends – Song about math, reading and more that your kids can sing and dance to.

Virtual Field Trips

Take an exciting trip to a faraway place, even while you need to stay home. These virtual field trips can be something the whole family can enjoy together.

Take a Trip to the San Diego Zoo
Watch the animals at the Georgia Aquarium
Watch a Live Stream of Polars Bear in the Tundra
Visit Yellowstone National Park
Visit the Louvre Museum in France
Take a trip to China and explore The Great Wall Of China
Take in an opera at the Metropolitan Opera in NYC\
Admire all of Van Gogh’s work at The Van Gough Museum in Amsterdam
Visit over 500 Museums and Art Galleries all over the world