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 | Share My Lesson | Free Learning Tools | More Cool Stuff
In the News
1. Will Starliner finally launch? Watch NASA's live feed to find out!
2. In search of SpaceKids! Enter the competition!
3. 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
4. TSA's new 2024 Canine Calendar. Click here to download!
5. 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!
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Share My Lesson
A digital platform where educators can collaborate and share standards-aligned learning resources such as lesson plans, classroom strategies and professional development webinars—at no cost. Owned and operated by the AFT (American Federation of Teachers). Share My Lesson.
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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We've curated this teacher-focused list of free learning resources. You'll find them organized by grade.
4. Space optimization for teachers! Tips on separating home from work when you're working from home!
More Cool Stuff
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NASA for Students. A place to Inspire, engage, educate, and employ the next generation of engineers. And don't forget Slime in Space! Astronauts teamed up with Nickelodeon to take kids 250 miles above the earth to see how slime reacts to microgravity! Watch ping pong with slime! Free!
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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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Coding, AI and Spy School! Get your tech on with cutting edge courses in STEM!
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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.
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Activity Hero. One stop shopping for any type of activity-- online or in-person -- by child's age, session dates, price and other search tools. This school year, popular categories include academic, art, music, coding, science, fitness and more! KidNuz receives proceeds for sign-ups!