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As a parent, you may be wondering how you can help support your child during this ongoing Global Pandemic. Here is a compilation of resources and tips to help you best meet your child's needs. Remote learning or hybrid learning, and keeping kids busy within the confines of your home can be challenging, but here are some online options that are free to the public at this time.
Mental Health Resource Training Center has a ton of useful resources for parents & free webinars
Tips & Resources for talking to your kids about the Coronavirus COVID-19
Tips & Resources for talking to your kids about the Coronavirus COVID-19
Common Sense Media link for parents and family to destress during the Coronavirus
Common Sense Media tips on handling fast changing news
Protecting your mental health during Coronavirus outbreak
Supporting families during COVID-19 by Child Mind Institute
American School Counselor Association: Addressing COVID-19 with students
Coronavirus Relief Pack K-8
Coronavirus Handout
CDC informational video for kids on Coronavirus
Create a Routine or Schedule
Create a Routine or Schedule
Did you know that kids thrive off of routine and actually their brains perform best when they have a schedule they are accustomed to? Give this one a try or create your own!
Anxiety, Children and Coronavirus.docxEating Healthy
Eating Healthy
As difficult as this may be during challenging times, eating healthy is the best way to naturally boost your immune system and help your body and mind stay strong and alert. Visit ChooseMyPlate for more information on making meals delicious and nutritious.
Food Education videos and resources provided by Cornell Cooperative Extension
Educational Podcasts for the Family:
Educational Podcasts for the Family:
Elementary School:
Noodle Loaf, Short and Curly, Tumble, Big Life Journal
Middle School
Eleanor Amplified, Stuff You Missed in History Class, The Awkward Middle Schoolers, Six Minutes
High School
Radio Lab, This I Believe, Science Friday, Story Corps
Educational Websites
Educational Websites
Take a virtual tour to a national park, zoo or farm .
Online story time and classroom read aloud videos through Penguin Random House
Breakout immersive learning games
At home Education study packets and guided lessons
Edhelper free printable worksheets K-6
Collection of free and for purchase items available for teachers/parents
Parents Guide to Google Classroom
Exercise
Exercise
Movement is a great way to boost your mood, manage stress, and help you focus. Keep your kids moving during this time. Allot at least 30 minutes of exercise each day. This can be playing outside, movement/dance with GoNoodle, or yoga. There are lots of resources for movement under Counseling Resources
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