COVID-19 is horrible and it has changed our lives in so many ways. But if you’re one of those who can stay home comfortably with the kids, count yourself blessed.
Amidst all the chaos this season though, it is a blessing that so many companies have stepped up and are offering great resources for kids, for free. Sharing with you some of our personal favorites. I hope it will be useful to your family as well.
1. Twinkl
WHAT IS IT:
- A website with a lot of exceptional educational resources, like powerpoint presentations, worksheets and printables.
- Usually, they charge for a monthly subscription but they are offering one month free
- Free membership for a month includes unlimited access to all their resources
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- If you’re homeschooling, check out the topics you’ll be tackling for the year and start downloading resources for those topics.
- Their resources for science and history are top notch.
- Don’t forget to check out the printables and 3D paper crafts (dinosaurs, totem poles, WW2 aircraft, to name a few!)
HOW TO AVAIL:
- Click on this link: https://www.twinkl.co.uk/offer
- Use the code PHLTWINKLHELPS
2. Scribd
WHAT IS IT:
- A website for ebooks, audiobooks and magazine articles
- Usually, they charge for a monthly subscription but they are offering one month free
- Free membership for a month includes unlimited access to all their resources (read as many books and listen to as many audiobooks as you can!)
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- They have a GREAT selection. A lot of the books on my wishlist are there!
- I’m currently reading Liturgy of the Ordinary and Power of Moments. Also listening to Art of Making Memories.
- Only downside is you can’t download the books to read on your Kindle. So I usually read on my desktop.
- I use the audiobook feature a lot though because I listen while I work.
- MUST CHECK OUT: Magic School Bus Read Along for your little ones!! If you have the books, you can play the audiobook version as they read! Complete with voice actors, sound effects and background music!
HOW TO AVAIL:
- Click on this link: https://www.scribd.com/readfree?utm_source=readfree
- You may also click on this link to get 60 days free (and full disclaimer: I also get a month free when you use my referral link at no extra cost to you!) https://www.scribd.com/g/1mdyf1
- No code needed
3. Audible by Amazon
WHAT IS IT:
- A website for audiobooks specifically for kids
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- The Winnie the Pooh collection is amazing
- Beatrix Potter is also good, of course
HOW TO AVAIL:
- Click on this link: https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
4. Google Arts & Culture Street View
WHAT IS IT:
- Tour different landmarks, museums and famous buildings virtually!
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Everything is amazing!
- Personally loved touring the Museo Frida Kahlo because it’s been on my bucket list
- Used this to show Luke places mentioned in our history studies like the Pyramids and Stonehenge
HOW TO AVAIL:
- Click on this link: https://stories.audible.com/start-listen
5. The Biggest Story: An Animated Short Film
WHAT IS IT:
- Based on the best-selling book by pastor Kevin DeYoung, the 26-minute film was created to show kids how all those classic stories in the Bible connect to Scripture’s overarching message about God’s glorious plan to redeem his rebellious people.
HOW TO AVAIL:
- Click on this link: https://www.crossway.org/articles/free-to-stream-the-biggest-story-animated-video
- Will only be free until April 12, 2020
BONUS: FREE PRINTABLES
I’ve made my own set of free printables and they are available on this website. You can check them out here! Enjoy!
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