Resources for Parents and Students
During this time, we understand that parents may be working from home while also caring for their children. The below listed activities are being provided free of charge for children (and their parents) to enjoy while we are all staying safe at home.
Helping Hands
Emily Da Cruz, an East Hanover Alumni and Duke University student, has created fun tutorial videos with her fellow Duke classmates for the students of East Hanover during these times. https://helpinghand2020.wixsite.com/website
Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio every day for his LUNCH DOODLE. Learners worldwide can draw, doodle and explore new ways of writing by visiting Mo’s studio virtually once a day for the next few weeks. Grab some paper and pencils, pens, or crayons and join Mo to explore ways of writing and making together.
Join BeeYou yoga for free daily online classes. Classes are designed for a number of different age groups and will be streamed online using Zoom.
Kindness is key in times of uncertainty. To consider those who may be doodling outside of their classrooms, we have extended the contest deadline to 8:00 pm PDT March 20th!
What are the best podcasts for kids to listen to in the classroom? We asked teachers to share their favorites, and here’s what they had to say.
Kids of all ages can reap the benefits of meditation and mindfulness using technology. Meditating even only a few minutes a day has proven to reduce stress, boost immunity, aid memory and concentration, decrease depression and anxiety, and even make you more compassionate. Don't know where to start? Check out some of our favorite meditation apps for kids. These tools will guide kids through the process and help them relax and ground themselves.
Encourage daily movement, music and mindfulness! Distance learners, children, families and educators can now access their library of activities from computers, tablets, mobile devices and more. Watch full-length musical yoga adventures and sing-along music videos.
A New Way To Meditate Is Here.
Welcome to the world of interactive meditation. HERE combines meditation practice with interactive exercises to quickly restore peace and wellbeing.
Find a Spotify playlist here that includes calming music and sound to help your family support a calm, relaxing environment.