Resources
Below are a few resources that we've gathered to better link kids to current events.
Thank you to all our tuned-in listeners who contribute to our ever-growing page of go-to information.
In the News | Learning Tools | More Cool Stuff
In the News
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2024 Election Information. All the deets, all nonpartisan! Vote411.org!
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What to do with old pumpkins? Feed 'em to farm animals! Click here for ideas & locations!
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The Crisis in the Middle East:
How to help kids navigate the news and images, by NPR
How to create an Israel-Hamas Lesson Plan, courtesy of the New York Times -
Dial-a-Smile. Uplifting messages from kids, for everyone! Peptok's number: 707-873-7862.
Curious About Climate Change?
What is it and how can we help? We've got you covered!
Here are some kid-friendly explanations and tips for helping save Mother Earth!
Learning Tools
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NatGeoForKids Ages 8+ Geography, animals and more.
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Scholastic Learn at Home. Grades 3-5 and Grades 6+. Fantastic curriculum that breaks the day into engaging, interactive lessons.
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Elizabeth M's Snappy Parent Pick: Unscramble This!
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We've curated this teacher-focused list of learning resources. You'll find them organized by grade.
More Cool Stuff
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NASA for Students. A place to Inspire, engage, educate, and employ the next generation of engineers.
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U.S. National Park Pass The great outdoors make a great classroom! The Every Kid Outdoors Program gives 4th Grade Students and their families free entrance to Public Lands. This program is an interagency collaboration between the Department of the Interior, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and U.S. Forest Service providing fourth graders with free access to explore, learn, and recreate in spectacular settings, including national parks, wildlife refuges, marine sanctuaries, and forests. Not in the U.S. or not wanting to leave the classroom? Educational activities, field trip options, information and tools in English and Spanish, and the ability to print vouchers for passes for students are all available on the website.
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Bring the Zoo to You! Virtual Field Trips, Creature Feature, A Breakfast Club and Storytime, courtesy of the Ft. Worth Zoo.