Resources for keeping your kids busy and stimulated this summer
Published on August 03, 2020
Living through a global pandemic is hard, especially if you’re a parent. It can often feel overwhelming especially when there seems to be no near end in sight. But the last few months have also been a period of learning for parents and fortunately, there’s a range of resources online to help. With summer here, parents and caregivers are facing even more challenges with less structured school time for their kids, so our people team gathered some of the best resources and we’d like to share them with you.
Activities for Kids
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Tons of activities, ideas and supplies for endless fun for kids. Recently added free summer camp curriculum as well. |
Preschool, Elementary |
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Explore any interest over live video chat! Discover fun, social, and safe learning experiences for kids ages 3-18 led by passionate teachers. Classes from $10. |
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School |
Camp Galileo
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As summer begins, we will be launching live online summer camp classes for kids entering grades kindergarten through 8th grades. We will announce enrollment beginning at the end of May/early June. Check back on the Galileo website for details, or subscribe for email updates about Camp Galileo Anywhere to be notified when enrollment opens. We will continue to roll-out new classes weekly. |
Elementary, Middle School |
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Virtual art classes available for multiple ranges. Able to either take a drop-in class with materials available in house or can purchase “kits” and create a class. |
Preschool, Elementary |
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The Art Farm NYC teaches children about nature and live animals with a traditional hands on learning approach. |
Preschool, Elementary |
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Stream the magic of Kidville online! Digital classes available for all ages 0-8 with daily activities. |
Preschool, Elementary |
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Anchor your summer routine around our week-long, 2.5 hour camps. Enroll in AM & PM sessions for a full day experience. Each session includes unique learning projects designed around The EDMO Method®, rec games, SEL activities, rallies and screen time breaks. Camp kids keep the same staff and campmates all week. Come with friends or make new ones! Click a theme name below to see a daily schedule. |
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School |
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Google doc listing various museums/zoos/aquariums/parks that have virtual field trips available. |
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School |
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Preschool teacher with tons of easy activities for kids from art, science, math and fun! |
Preschool, Elementary |
Apps |
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Epic! is the Leading Digital Library for Kids 12 & Under. |
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School |
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Online paid Step-by-Step Learning Path presents the full ABCmouse.com curriculum in a carefully designed program of more than850 lessons in ten levels. As your child completes each lesson, he or she is guided to the next one and is motivated to continue learning by ABCmouse.com’s Tickets andRewards System.
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Preschool, Elementary |
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The award-winning website where K-5 students go to read — anytime, anywhere! |
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School |
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Learning resource supporting core and supplemental subjects, reaching millions of learners worldwide. |
Elementary, Middle School |
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Every time a child logs into DreamBox, they are immersed in an interactive world of math where learning is FUN! With interactive and engaging lessons, DreamBox is meaningful screen-time you can feel good about. |
Elementary, Middle School |
Movement/Active |
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Fun themed yoga videos for kids of all ages, subscriptions available. |
Preschool, Elementary, Middle School |
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GoNoodle® engages 14 million kids every month with movement and mindfulness videos created by child development experts. Available for free at school, home, and everywhere kids are! |
Preschool, Elementary |
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Kids classes utilize bodyweight exercises, agility drills, plyometrics, and more to help kids improve overall conditioning, cardiovascular endurance, and strength. |
Elementary, Middle School, High School |
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To improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play. Created virtual classes and videos to engage kids. |
Elementary, Middle School, High School |
Super Soccer Stars |
At Super Soccer Stars, our goal is to keep your kids active, healthy and safe with engaging virtual content delivered right to your home. With multiple camps and start times every day, weekly classes, daily live stream sessions. |
Elementary, Middle School |
Resources for Parents
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Coaching: Trustle On-Demand Parent Coaching
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On-demand parent advice and coaching through an app. You can do a one-time session or have an ongoing membership. |
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How to To Talk So Your Little Kids Will Listen (Book, Consultations, Webinars)
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Julie King is a book author and parent educator who does weekly parenting education series and 1:1 consultations. |
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Parenting from the Inside Out (Book)
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Based on cutting-edge research on how communication impacts brain development with , this book guides parents through creating the necessary foundations for loving and secure relationships with their children. |
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A revolutionary approach to child rearing with twelve key strategies that foster healthy brain development, leading to calmer, happier children. The authors explain—and make accessible—the new science of how a child’s brain is wired and how it matures. |
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How to Talk so Kids Will Listen, and Listen so Kids Will Talk (Book)
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A bestselling classic that includes time-tested methods to solve common problems and build foundations for lasting relationships, including innovative ways to cope with negative feelings, anger and frustration. |
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The Author
