Another great online resource, which I've used numerous times in the past for small group science activities, is Scholastic Study Jams. There are very kid-friendly science and math animated videos that explain and discuss a number of important topics and concepts. After each video, students can take a little quiz to check their learning. Also …
Category: Parent Resources
Brain Pop Online Learning
Hello Olmsted Families--I have a great resource to share with you for varying grade levels that has student-centered videos, quizzes and games on various subjects and topics. Perhaps your child has already heard of, and used some of the Brain Pop resources. The company has made all their resources free for families (and teachers) during …
Wellness
In this time of uncertainty and stress, it's good to try to focus on what we can control, our thoughts, and feelings. Hay House is a publisher of what some would consider "New Age" materials, but many of their products promote mental health, wellness, and positive thinking. Some of you may be interested in this …
Exercise!
So there's a P.E. teacher in the UK who has started streaming physical ed "classes" on YouTube daily, for your kids. His name is Joe and you can find his channel here. You can also search for his videos using the words "PE With Joe" He also has a large number of exercise videos for …
Journals & Diaries, Videos & Podcasts
Good morning to the Olmsted Owls family. I was thinking about what I'd post next for everyone, and thinking of articles I've read recently about keeping a diary or journal during this unprecedented event we are all living through together. I've started a video diary. It helps me pass the time, share with others, and …
Public Library Online Resources
If you already have a Buffalo and Erie County Public Library card, you can immediately access books and music online with your card. CLICK here for the currently available resources. Click here for information on music, audio and ebooks. Check under DOWNLOADS & STREAMING on this page (bottom left). If you haven't gotten your library …
Feeling Stressed? There's an app for that.
Common Sense Media (mentioned in the previous post) has reviewed and recommended a list of apps to help with meditation and relaxation for kids. If you're feeling overwhelmed or stressed or your kids are, try one of these to bring you back to the moment and help with relaxation. It's a strange time we're living …
Resources for Parents
Common Sense Media is a great resource for parents when they are trying to decide on what kids should be reading, watching, listening to, etc. They've published a nice page of resources to help talk to kids about the current situation as well as other helpful resources. Click here to go to the website
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