
During this time of uncertainty, we want to do everything we can to support a smooth transition to digital learning for your student(s). Below, please find a curation of free recommended resources across many subject areas. Many are organized by user age ranges, when relevant. In addition, please check out our Pinterest page for even more tips and tools as well as Common Sense Media for coverage and resources for families during this difficult time.
Here are a few best practices for virtual tutoring sessions:
Be fully present and request that students do the same (i.e. find a quiet space free from distractions, use headphones, have an adult/caretaker be present during sessions for elementary-age students etc.).
Set clear expectations from the get-go and pre-plan breaks.
Conduct constant checks for knowledge to ensure understanding.
Ask for feedback from students regarding what methods/resources are most helpful and what needs to be tweaked to maximize learning.
Video Conferencing / Distance Learning Platforms & Tools
Explain Everything (Including virtual whiteboard)
LucidChart and LucidPress
Curriculum Resources
Minecraft: Education Edition: A game-based learning platform that promotes creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in an immersive digital environment.
Reading Resources
Elementary:
Age of Learning (ABCMouse, Adventure Academy, ReadingIQ)
Middle & High School:
Writing Resources
K12Reader (Can be used for both reading and writing resources)
Write the World (For high school students)
Math Resources
Elementary:
DreamBox (90 day free trial, sign up by April 30th)
Middle & High School:
All Grades:
Foreign Language Resources
Science & Social Science Resources
BrainPop/BrainPop Jr. (Free if your student’s school has subscribed)
Technology Resources
Typing:
Coding:
Virtual Museum Resources
Smithsonian Institution (Check out the Learning Lab!)
Miscellaneous Resources
Movement Resources
Pure Barre videos (One-month free trial)
Yoga Works videos (One-month free trial)
Mindfulness/Meditation Resources
Director, Hayutin & Associates