Isolation Resources, Education and More

As schools and childcare centres remain closed with concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic, here are some online resources to help keep your little ones busy.
Academics resources:
Scholastic Remote Learning Resources:
- https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html
- Online book guides and other educational resources for all ages from PreK and up!
ABC Mouse:
- https://www.abcmouse.com/
- Full online curriculum for children ages 2-8
- Tons of activities and games that make learning fun and keep children engaged
- Free for first month, and 49% off annual subscription right now
- Lots of activities around reading, math, science, and art
PBS Kids:
- https://pbskids.org/
- Lots of games, learning plans, and interactive whiteboard activities
- Daily activities and tips to help kids play and learn at home
Math Games
- https://on.mathgames.com/
- Free math games and worksheets, Kindergarten- Grade 8
123homeschool4me
- https://www.123homeschool4me.com/home-school-free-printables/
- Free worksheets for toddlers-Grade 8
- Free educational printables that cover alphabet, math, language arts, history, and more
- Free activities and experiments that use household items
- Free family-friendly recipes to make with your kids!
- Lots of other resources and tip sheets for at home learning
All Kids Network:
- https://www.allkidsnetwork.com/
- Thousands of fun kids activities including crafts, worksheets, colouring pages, printable mazes, hidden pictures, dot to dots, and more
- Worksheets include colouring, math, reading, alphabet, and writing
Academics
- https://www.arcademics.com/
- Arcade + academics
- App that is downloadable on tablets or smartphones
- Multiplayer educational games that promote math and language skills for K-8 students
Classroom Cereal
- https://www.classroomcereal.com/
- Free printable short stories with activities to promote grammar practice
Club Oasis
- https://social.oasismatters.com/
- Free online STEM club for STEAM kids, parents, and educators
DreamScape
- https://www.squigglepark.com/dreamscape/
- Free games for grades 2-8 combining strategy, engagement, and imaginative reading passages to create a fun, curriculum-aligned literacy game
- Make free account, app can be downloaded on tablets and smartphones
DuckDuckMoose
- http://www.duckduckmoose.com/
- Organization that creates many educational and fun learning apps for kids!
- Go on website to see variety of apps available that can then be downloaded onto tablets or smartphones
Khan Academy
- https://www.khanacademy.org/
- Daily schedules available for students ages 4-18
- Completely free educational resources and lessons including videos on all subjects
Little Twisters
- https://littletwistersyoga.com/
- Yoga and emotional wellness activities for children and families
- Fun and engaging experiences for childrens aged 2+ to playfully move their bodies
- Nourishing for their bodies and minds. Teaches strength, balance, breathing, and fcus
- Many lessons available – all FREE now due to Covid-19 pandemic (have to add classes to cart and follow prompts for free check out)
Minecraft: Education Edition
- https://education.minecraft.net/
- Free lessons that combine minecraft with mathematic skills based on child’s age and grade level
- Primarily for grades 3-5
Sesame Street
- https://www.sesamestreet.org/
- Tons of free games, videos, and art-related games and digital colouring sheets
Overdrive and Libby
- Free apps that allow you to borrow library books, audiobooks, and other resources digitally – just register with your library card number!
Other activities to keep the kids entertained include:
- Indoor scavenger hunts
- Cook and bake together, see below for family friendly recipes
- https://www.chopchopfamily.org/learn-to-cook/recipe?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs_2av-am6AIVLf_jBx1ucg5vEAAYAiAAEgL2nvD_BwE
- https://www.chopchopfamily.org/learn-to-cook/recipe?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs_2av-am6AIVLf_jBx1ucg5vEAAYAiAAEgL2nvD_BwE
- https://www.cookforyourlife.org/category/recipes/preferences/kid-friendly/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI9Yyl5uam6AIVAz0MCh1HdQMOEAAYAiAAEgIHo_D_BwE
- https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/easy-recipes-for-kids-to-make-by-themselves/
- At home science experiments
- Online Quarantine guides with further resources and ideas
- Stay active!!
- Go for a walk or bike ride outside, however stay away from playgrounds and other public areas
- Set up relay courses inside or in the backyard (https://www.verywellfamily.com/relay-races-for-kids-1257402)
- Make up dance routines to your favourite songs and put on a show for any other family members in the home 🡪 there are lots of free dance guides, yoga guides, and exercise guides on Youtube for all ages ☺
- Stay connected with friends and family by calling more regularly and video chatting
- https://lifestyle.howstuffworks.com/crafts/seasonal/indoor-games-for-kids.htm