It’s helpful to have easy-to-find, accessible resources for children. Save time searching for things to do or view by choosing activities from the resources below. We’ve compiled a list of learning and play tools, including digital books, kids podcasts, yoga workouts for children, and age-appropriate science experiments. You can even visit several zoos and aquariums across the country by accessing live webcams!
Language/Literacy Resources
Newbery – award winning books for older children
Caldecott – award winning books for younger children
Just Books Read Aloud
Storyline Online
Audible
Kids Story Time Podcast
STEAM Resources
Collection of 2,500 Virtual Museum Tours
Webcams at the Pittsburgh Zoo – penguins and cheetahs
Georgia Aquarium Live Cams – puffins, jellyfish, beluga whales
Houston Zoo Webcams – giraffes, elephants, ants, rhinos, chimps
Monterey Bay Aquarium Live Cams
Winter the Dolphin Cam
San Diego Zoo Kids – resources, photographs, videos, activities, and games for children
Panda Cam at the Atlanta Zoo
Online Music Games
Steve Spangler Science Experiments
National Geographic Kids – games, experiments, simulations, and more
Science Buddies Experiments
Kids Science Podcast
Physical Education Resources
GoNoodle – Try some of our favorites: “Peanut Butter in a Cup” for a high energy chant, or “Melting” to get ready for some quiet time or after rigorous outdoor play.
Live PE with Joe – weekdays at 9:00 am
Kids Yoga
Special Needs & Homeschooling Resources
30 Apps for Young Children with Special Needs
Homeschooling Tips from University of Lafayette – sample schedules to get you organized and activity ideas
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