Research shows students see greater success in school when they spend time talking, reading, playing, and creating with their families. There are many things you do in your home and community that translate into amazing learning opportunities for your child. Here are some ideas:
Math is all around us. Look for opportunities to talk about math as a family and share math stories and games.
Grades: Preschool - 12th
Find ways to make reading and storytelling an adventure. Make it something special and enjoyable.
Grades: Preschool - 12th
Enjoy oral language and vocabulary games during downtime or while running errands.
Grades: Preschool - 12th
Explore what you are curious about. How can you find information about it? What would you like to learn?
Grades: Preschool - Adult
A list of age-appropriate skills will help prepare your child for each stage of life as they develop from preschool until the day leaves the nest.
Grades: Preschool - 12th Grade
100 activities for students to do at home. Many of these activities listed below will require some supplies. Most items you could find at the Dollar Store.
Grades: Preschool - 8th
Go outside and enjoy some nature. While out, here are some native Iowa plants, animals and items to find in nature.
Grades: Preschool - 5th
If you just want something you can print off, these are grade level packets that have multiple worksheets.
Grades: Preschool - 8th
Free Printable worksheets for Math, Science, Social Studies and Reading.
Grades: PreK - 5th
This is a great time for young students to learn personal information like their phone number. Easy to make! Put a notecard with your phone number on it and tape up paper plates with the digits on it.