Resources for Parents

COVID-19 affects our children, not only because schools are closed. Here are some resources for parents navigating these uncharted waters. 

Resources for Schooling at Home

• South Dakota Statewide Family Engagement Center
• Homeschooling Resource List – PBS
• At Home Activities – PBS
• Games – PBS
• South Dakota State Extension 
• Story Online (Video Books) 
• Meditation App for Kids
• Free Educational Resources – United Way of the Black Hills

Tips for talking with Kids about COVID

• Parent/Caregiver Guide to Helping Families Cope (National child Traumatic Stress Network)
• Talking to Kids about Coronavirus (Childmind.org)
• Messages for Parents, School Staff and Others Working with Children (CDC)
• Just For Kids: A Comic Exploring the New Coronavirus (NPR)
• StoryCoronavirus
• How to Talk to Your Anxious Child or Teen About Coronavirus (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) 

For Profit Businesses

• The Best Ideas for Kids
• https://fluencyandfitness.com/
• outschool.com
• 30 Virtual field trips
• Boredom busting activities
• St. Louis Zoo Youtube Channel
• Websites offering free subscriptions with educational material
• 50 Easy Indoor Activities for Kids
• Starfall (PK-3): At this time, this service is for free due to online learning
• Psychology Today  – Age appropriate Helpful Tips for Talking with Your Child
• Calm App – Info about breathing

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