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COVID-19 Distance Learning Supply Lists

COVID-19 Distance Learning Supply Lists

Whether your school district is opening in person, going all-virtual, or using a hybrid model, school supplies will be handled differently. Get organized for back to school 2020 with supply lists for distance learning.

Home Learning Setup Ideas and Tips

With virtual learning plans being rolled out by districts, parents are wondering how to create a homeschool room. Advice from parents: It really depends.

Shop Your Supply Lists During Tax-Free Weekends

Take advantage of the back-to-school timing of states’ tax-free weekends to save on your school supplies!

Talking to Kids About Anti-Racism and Race Relations

Conversations with kids about race relations can be hard, but they’re absolutely necessary. We’ve linked to resources that can help.

Science for Kids: 28+ STEM Activities To Do at Home

Step-by-step instructions and materials lists for family-friendly science activities.

Easy Teacher Appreciation Ideas Parents Can Use

5 Easy Teacher Appreciation Ideas Parents Can Use When Schools Are Closed

Thanking school faculty members during Teacher Appreciation Week is a lot harder to do when parents, kids, and teachers are all at home. We’ve collected some simple ideas your family can use to show teachers how you feel, no matter how far away you are.

Easy Teacher Appreciation Ideas Parents Can Use

Parents: You Should Know This Internet Slang

There’s a good chance a lot more kids will be spending a lot more time on Internet-enabled devices over the next few weeks and months. Study our list of common Internet terms and practices to stay in the know.

Activities To Keep Kids Busy When Schools Close

At-Home Enrichment Activities and More (for When Schools Are Closed)

Free classes, printables, media subscriptions, and more to help you keep your kids learning at home during coronavirus or other school closures.

Science Fun for Kids: Watch Earthworms Work

Science Fun for Kids: Watch Earthworms Work

Make a wormery and watch how earthworms live and work.

Science Fun for Kids: Make Elephant Toothpaste

Science Fun for Kids: Elephant Toothpaste

Make elephant toothpaste out of common household ingredients.

Science Fun for Kids: Bouncy Ball

Science Fun for Kids: DIY Bouncy Ball

Make your own bouncy ball out of common household ingredients.

Science Fun for Kids: Energy Sticks

Science Fun for Kids: Energy Sticks

Weave together craft sticks to learn about the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy.

back-to-school shopping

Back-to-School Shopping: Save Time and Money

Tips to help you survive shopping for back to school without breaking the bank.

learning styles vs. teaching styles

Learning Styles vs. Teaching Styles: A Student Guide

Students should be able to learn even when their teacher’s styles don’t mesh well with their own learning styles.

types of learning

How Do Boys and Girls Learn Differently?

When it comes to types of learning, they don’t tend to approach things the same way. We explain some of the ways that boys and girls learn differently and how to accomodate their individual learning styles, at home and at school.

after-school snacks ideas

After-School Snacks: Healthy Options for Kids

Fun ideas for healthy after-school snacks kids will actually eat.

easy breakfast ideas for school success

Easy Breakfast Ideas for School Success

A healthy breakfast lets kids do their best in school. Try these ideas to help children get the nutrition they need in the morning.

school clothing arguments

School Clothes: How To Stop Fighting With Your Kids

Fights about school clothes can happen frequently. Use these strategies to cut down on the fuss (and even to decide when the argument might not be worth the trouble).

healthy school lunches

Healthy School Lunches: Ideas for the Whole Week

Yes, you can find a sack lunch that your kids will like and that’s healthy, too—even if they don’t know it!

understanding report cards

Understanding Report Cards: A Guide for Parents

Letter grades are being replaced by number systems or even words on school report cards. We created a guide to help parents decode report card grades, from A to Z.

back-to-school organization

8 Tips for Back-to-School Organization

Back-to-school organization tips to help ease the transition from lazy summer days to hectic school mornings.

learning styles quiz

Learning Styles Quiz: What Is Your Child’s Learning Style?

Understanding how your child learns can reduce frustration and improve achievement. This learning styles quiz can help you get started.

Fun Kids Lunch Ideas

8 Fun Kids Lunch Ideas

Distract finicky eaters by putting together a meal that’s so much fun to eat, they won’t be thinking about whether it’s on their short list of “likes.”