Fun (Free!) Things to Do at Home for Girls and Families
Here is a quick roundup of some of our favorite resources for girls and families who are looking for some fun at home!
1. Go on a Virtual Field Trip
Who knew you could visit Yellowstone, The Great Wall of China, Mars and more – without ever leaving home!? Check out this Google Doc with a list of virtual field trips. (And if you really love this, here are 12 famous museums that offer virtual tours!)
2. Head to the Opera
The Metropolitan Opera is hosting “Nightly Met Opera Streams” at 7:30 pm EST beginning Monday, March 16. Read more.
3. LEARN AT HOME
This thorough and interactive resource from Scholastic offers day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking and growing. It includes fun and educational videos to watch, articles to read, and exercises to do. It’s organized by grade level, so there’s something for everyone!
4. STRUCTURE YOUR DAY
In this blog post, a mom shares a sample (and realistic!) daily schedule, links to resources, and tips for how to stay busy and sane when you are home all day.
5. Manage the Anxiety
The New York Times article, 5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About the Coronavirus, is a helpful read for parents, families, and anyone who works with a teen. (If you can’t access the article via the link, you can download the PDF.)
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