Vroom
Science-backed tips to turn everyday moments (like mealtime or diaper changes) into brain-building interactions.
Ages: 0–5 | Focus: Daily routines, cognitive skills, bonding
Zero to Three
Expert advice, play ideas, and developmental milestones for babies and toddlers.
Ages: 0–3 | Focus: Brain development, early learning, behavior
Pathways.org
Videos and activities to support motor, sensory, and communication development starting at birth.
Ages: 0–3 | Focus: Milestones, tummy time, early movement
The Kiboomu Kids Music Channel
Simple action songs and nursery rhymes to help toddlers with movement, rhythm, and vocabulary.
Ages: 1–4 | Focus: Music, language, gross motor
Baby Shark & Pinkfong Songs
Catchy songs, basic concepts (colors, numbers, ABCs), and animal songs toddlers love.
Ages: 1–4 | Focus: Repetition, memory, movement
Bounce Patrol (YouTube)
Bright, energetic music videos teaching early concepts through song.
Ages: 1–5 | Focus: Engagement, routine songs, vocabulary
Storyberries
Free short stories to read online, including board-book-style stories for babies and toddlers.
Ages: 0–5 | Focus: Reading aloud, bonding, visuals
BookSpring
Bilingual storytime videos, printable books, and tips for reading with infants and toddlers.
Ages: 0–5 | Focus: Shared reading, bilingual learning
Busy Toddler (Website & Instagram)
Creative, low-cost sensory bins, fine motor activities, and learning games using household items.
Ages: 1–4 | Focus: Hands-on play, independence, fine motor
Days with Grey
Easy "breakfast invitations" (quick activities to start the day) to help toddlers build independence and skills.
Ages: 2–4 | Focus: Sorting, matching, fine motor
CDC Milestone Tracker App
Free app for tracking developmental milestones with helpful tips and when to ask for support.
Ages: 0–5 | Focus: Developmental awareness, early detection
HealthyChildren.org – AAP
American Academy of Pediatrics’ trusted resource for baby/toddler care, development, and safety.
Ages: 0–5 | Focus: Health, parenting, milestones
🧠 Learning Platforms & Printables
Teachers Pay Teachers – Free Section
Free worksheets and learning activities made by educators—search by age or subject.
Ages: All | Focus: Themed activities, printables
🧪 STEM & Discovery
Tinkergarten at Home
Nature-based learning and play ideas for young children with simple guides for parents.
Ages: 1–8 | Focus: Nature, problem-solving, creativity
💛 Routines, Life Skills & SEL
The Center on the Social and Emotional Foundations for Early Learning (CSEFEL)
Tools to teach toddlers & preschoolers emotions, routines, and problem-solving.
Ages: 2–5 | Focus: Behavior support, visuals, emotional development
Do2Learn
Free resources for teaching social skills, routines, and behavior management with visual supports.
Ages: 3+ | Focus: SEL, transitions, special needs support
Conscious Discipline Free Printables
Downloadable feeling charts, breathing techniques, and social stories.
Ages: 2–7 | Focus: Emotional regulation, safety, connection
Starfall
Fun and interactive games to teach letter recognition, phonics, and reading readiness.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: ABCs, phonics, simple reading
Unite for Literacy
Free digital picture books with read-aloud options in many languages.
Ages: 3+ | Focus: Family reading, vocabulary building
Storyline Online
Celebrities read children’s books aloud with animations—great for listening and vocabulary.
Ages: 3–8 | Focus: Listening, comprehension
🔢 Math & Numbers
PBS Kids Math Games
Interactive math games using familiar characters like Curious George and Peg + Cat.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: Counting, shapes, early math
Numberblocks YouTube Channel
Short videos that teach early math through storytelling and visuals.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: Counting, number sense
Peep and the Big Wide World
Science and math activities based on the animated show. Includes printables and hands-on experiments.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: Science discovery, early STEM, exploration
Mystery Science (Free Mini Lessons)
Short, engaging science videos with questions and activities for young learners.
Ages: PreK–2 | Focus: Curiosity, observation, nature
NASA Space Place
Simple explanations, videos, and space activities for little learners curious about the sky.
Ages: 4+ | Focus: Earth, space, science facts
Tinkergarten at Home
Nature-based learning and play ideas for young children with simple guides for parents.
Ages: 1–8 | Focus: Nature, problem-solving, creativity
Code.org (Pre-Reader Activities)
Introduction to coding through puzzles and games—designed for young kids.
Ages: 4–7 | Focus: Logic, early coding, tech confidence
Simple STEM Activities for Kids (Little Bins for Little Hands)
Hundreds of hands-on science and STEM ideas using materials around the house.
Ages: 3–8 | Focus: Experiments, inquiry-based play
Colorín Colorado
A bilingual site (English/Spanish) for families and educators of English language learners with reading tips and activities.
Ages: 3+ | Focus: Bilingual literacy, family engagement
Unite for Literacy (Multilingual Books)
Includes read-alouds in over 40 languages to promote book access for multilingual families.
Ages: 3+ | Focus: Literacy, home language support
Conscious Discipline Free Resources
Printables, videos, and tools to help children manage emotions and behaviors with care and connection.
Ages: 2–7 | Focus: Self-regulation, kindness, safety
Slumberkins Free Printables
Stories and activities that teach feelings, confidence, friendship, and coping skills.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: SEL, early mental wellness
Khan Academy Kids
Full early learning app with engaging stories, games, and progress tracking. Entirely free.
Ages: 2–8 | Focus: Reading, math, SEL, problem-solving
Scholastic Learn at Home (PreK-K)
Free learning experiences built around books, videos, and simple activities.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: Reading, science, themes
National Geographic Kids
Fun facts, games, and videos about animals, geography, and the natural world.
Ages: 4–7 | Focus: Curiosity, geography, early research
Vroom
Brain-building tips for parents to turn everyday moments (like brushing teeth or grocery shopping) into learning opportunities.
Ages: 0–5 | Focus: Daily routines, social and cognitive skills
Sesame Street in Communities
Free videos, storybooks, and activities to support social-emotional learning, health, and routines.
Ages: 2–6 | Focus: Feelings, routines, resilience
The Imagination Tree
Hands-on play ideas, DIY learning games, and arts and crafts with everyday household items.
Ages: 3–6 | Focus: Fine motor, creativity, sensory play
Highlights Kids
Simple puzzles, hidden pictures, and crafts to build observation and early learning skills.
Ages: 4–7 | Focus: Attention, problem-solving
GoNoodle
Energetic videos to get kids moving, dancing, and practicing mindfulness. Great for brain breaks and building self-regulation.
Ages: 3–8 | Focus: Physical activity, self-regulation
🧠 Learning Platforms & Printables
Education.com
Thousands of free printable worksheets and activities in reading, math, and science.
Ages: 3–8 | Focus: Skill-building, printables, curriculum support
ABCya
Fun, educational games by grade level—great for PreK through early elementary.
Ages: 3–8 | Focus: Literacy, math, logic
Teachers Pay Teachers – Free Section
Free worksheets and learning activities made by educators—search by age or subject.
Ages: All | Focus: Themed activities, printables