Looking for something to read, watch, or do? We've got you covered! We have intentionally tried to keep these lists small, but representative of the best virtual resources out there (we know there's a lot to sift through). You can find additional resources on the Kids page under "Resources For" and on our Learning Resources page.
Various websites and channels featuring read-alouds of favorite books.
Audible - Kids listen for free!
International Children's Digital Library
Jbrary Online Resource List (their Youtube channel is also full of songs and rhymes)!
We also encourage you to check out Kanopy and Hoopla for streaming read-alouds and digital picture books, and Libby for a great selection of audiobooks! The library subscribes to these services so that you don't have to.
Science experiments, yoga, dance videos, and more. Enjoy!
Nature Quest - monthly outdoor challenges based in Southern Indiana
Wonderopolis Daily fun facts and more
Adventure class with Ben Fogle
Daily P.E. class with Joe Wicks (watch the archived videos; live ones air at 4 a.m. our time!)
Let's Move: Staying Active for Kids from LadyBoss
Museum at Home with Indianapolis Children's Museum
GoNoodle videos, games, and more
Construction and Building Projects and Activities for Kids
Stay Home with Candlewick Press - book themed activities with your favorite characters
A Beginner's Guide to Coding and Programming
Raspberry Pi - for more fun coding ideas and projects, including some great step by step beginner projects in Scratch, HTML/CSS, and Python
Resources for talking to children about COVID19 and for coping with anxiety and stress.
Coronavirus: A Book for Children by Elizabeth Jenner, Kate Wilson & Nia Roberts, illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
COVID19 Books for Children from Children’s Advocacy Centers of Michigan (4 titles).
When Everything Opens – a response story and distance Learning during COVID-19 - FREE registration and download from Teachers Pay Teachers.
Talking to Children About the Coronavirus from the Child Mind Institute
Managing COVID-19 Anxiety (all ages) from the Anxiety and Depression Association of America
