Virtual Yellowstone Tours
Now's the perfect time to get to know one of the
country's most beautiful national parks.
nps.gov/yell/learn/photosmultimedia/virtualtours.
htm
Access Mars
Stunning footage from the Curiosity Rover.
accessmars.withgoogle.com
Learn to Code
This organization's mission is that "every student
in every school has the opportunity to learn
computer science, just like biology, chemistry or
algebra."
studio.code.org/courses
News for Kids
A podcast that presents nonpartisan, easily
digestible news to help kids stay informed.
kidnuz.org
Scholastic Lessons
Scholastic has generously allowed parents and
children to access their online educational resources
for free; lessons extend to grade 9.
classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/
learnathome.html
Get Creative.
Don't neglect the arts: These links can give
your child the opportunity to express themselves
creatively.
Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems
Most households with children in them are
familiar with the delightful books of this author
and illustrator, which include "Don't Let the Pigeon
Drive the Bus" and "Knuffle Bunny". As an artist-in-
residence at the Kennedy Center, Willems is offering
free drawing lessons for kids who admire his artistic
style.
kennedy-center.org/education/mo-willems
Act Up with Arts Live Theatre
Northwest Arkansas' children's theater Arts Live is
offering several activities for drama-minded kids and
teens.
artslivetheatre.com
Draw Every Day with Jarrett J. Krosoczka
Krosoczka is known for his witty and warm
graphic novels, like his Lunch Lady series.
youtu.be/p8yhH7AHty8
Live Stream Events with Authors
This site offers a huge variety of arts and crafts
lessons from authors and illustrators.
stimolalive.com
Kids Ask Authors
Watch authors answer thought-provoking
questions from their readers — kids can even submit
their own questions!
kidsaskauthors.com
The Frick Pittsburgh
The famous art museum offers virtual art exhibit
tours, as well as a nice selection of kids and family
activities.
thefrickpittsburgh.org/virtual
The 100 Day Project
A mother-daughter team take on the challenge of
doing an art project a day for the next 100 days.
madewithlev.com/the100dayproject-2020
Cartooning with Joe Wos
Cartoonist Joe Wos offers easy-to-follow art
lessons.
youtu.be/VGI2rAgz6HM
Get Active.
Without recess or P.E. class, it's easy for kids to
tend towards the sedentary during the shutdown.
These links will encourage them to get off the
couch.
Go Noodle
Fantastic free videos that help kids stay active
while schools are closed.
gonoodle.com
25 Exercise Games and Indoor Activities
Fun — and simple — activities that will get kids
moving.
mommypoppins.com/newyorkcitykids/25-exercise-
games-indoor-activities-for-kids
16 Mind-Blowing Exercise Games
Some great options to try outside when the
weather is nice.
flintobox.com/blog/child-development/exercise-
games-kids
Get Calm.
Let's face it — we're all under a lot stress right
now, perhaps no one more so than children, who
might be finding the events of the day particularly
confusing and scary. Here are some options to help
them decompress.
Live Views from the Georgia Aquarium
Studies have shown that watching aquariums can
be a relaxing activity — and you won't find many
aquariums as beautiful as those at this Georgia
institution.
georgiaaquarium.org/webcam/ocean-voyager
Cosmic Kids Yoga
Find a fantastic introduction to yoga for kids on
this channel, as well as a series of videos helping kids
master mindfulness.
youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYoga
Mindfulness for Kids
Studies show that practicing mindfulness can help
quiet worried minds.
youtu.be/HB16XYD2huo
Stop, Breathe and Think
A soothing series of videos teach kids how to
practice mindfulness.
youtu.be/9pcIaN-J6x8
Live Animal Cams
This fantastic round-up of live animal cams will
slow your heart rate to a calm, happy beat.
explore.org/livecams
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Find "Cosmic Kids Yoga" on YouTube — a
perfect (and fun) way to help kids manage stress during
this difficult time.
(NWA Democrat-Gazette/Lara Jo Hightower)
"Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems" is a
rare opportunity for kids to get drawing tips from the
acclaimed children's book author.
(NWA Democrat-Gazette/Lara Jo Hightower)
