Working from home is not that different for many of us, but keeping children engaged while doing so can make it a little more complicated. From preschool to college, from paper work packets to video-taped lectures, educators are working hard to adapt to this new normal.
In addition to the numerous zoos and museums that are sharing “online visits”, we've compiled a list of instructional yet fun websites that may help keep your children engaged during this transition.
All Ages
For interactive lessons and videos in any subject and any grade, check out Khan Academy. There’s even a mobile application aimed for elementary aged children!
"Even when schools are closed, you can keep the learning going with these special cross-curricular journeys. Every day includes four separate learning experiences, each built around a thrilling, meaningful story or video.” Just find your grade level and let the learning begin!"
Middle School
Don’t let those foreign language skills get rusty! Try Duolingo, an interactive website and mobile application for language learning.
How about learning a programming language? Try Code Academy, a free, easy to use website for learning how to code in any language.
Need to brush up on math skills? Check out Cool Math, a site with easy to understand math lessons. Looking for more fun? Try their other websites for educational math games, for both middle schoolers and elementary schoolers.
Elementary School/Preschool
For budding scientists and animal lovers, take a look at National Geographic for Kids exploring everything from science to history through videos, games and more!
Reading, singing or practicing math, Starfall is a great learning tool for your young ones.
With characters they love, Disney Jr. has a variety of educational games from coloring to matching and everything in between.
Don’t Forget Gym Classes!
To get the wiggles out, try Go Noodle — movement and mindfulness videos created by child development experts.
And to calm them down, try Cosmic Kids Yoga — Yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed especially for kids aged 3
Creativity activities with things you have at home. Check out Breakaway Basketball