Parent Resources
We Need Diverse Books
Putting more books featuring diverse characters into the hands of all children.
Diverse Summer Reading List:
Lee & Low Books is committed to meeting the needs of educators and parents by providing award-winning, diverse books for today’s young readers!
OurStory
OurStory is a tool for kids, parents, educators, and librarians
to discover diverse books.
Why We Stay Home:
A free book that teaches children why their worlds have changed dramatically in the last
few months and why it's important to stay home during this time.
Travel + Leisure:
Experience the best museums from London to Seoul in the comfort of your own home.
National Park Service Virtual Tours:
Click here to watch some of the main attractions around Yellowstone National Park.
National Geographic:
When schools are closed, learn at home with National Geographic
PBS Canvas:
18 Librarian-Approved Books for Kids of All Ages
Science Buddies:
Doing Science at Home During School Closures
Science Buddies:
Free Star Wars-themed STEM Activities
Virtual Field Trip Apps and Websites:
While not an outright replacement (for school), these field trip tools can offer inspiring and
intriguing experiences for students from Common Sense Media.
Wide Open School:
A free and open collection of the best online learning experiences and activities for kids
curated by the editors at Common Sense Media.
Maker Stations Home Pack:
Three weeks of Maker Stations
Fun at Home - Breakout EDU:
A collection of digital games that students can play at home.
Scholastic: Resources for Families:
Resources for keeping the learning going from home.
31-Day Lego Challenge
American Association of School Librarians:
Best Websites for Teaching and Learning
The Children's Online Privacy Protection Act:
The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) gives parents control over
what information websites can collect from their kids.
Internet Safety & Civility:
Family Contract for Online Safety-Kids Pledge