Children’s Blog Posts
National Ice Cream Month
I scream...you scream...we all scream for ice cream! It's summertime, and what better way to celebrate the season and beat the heat than to learn about America's favorite frozen treat? July is [...]
Adventure Awaits: Play Outside this Summer
Do you like to play video games, watch YouTube, or chat with your friends online? Those are great ways to use technology, but there's a whole world of excitement waiting for you [...]
Where the Wild Things Are!
In honor of the birthday of Maurice Sendak on June 10th, I figured I would celebrate by highlighting one of my favorite books, Where the Wild Things Are! [...]
Let’s Welcome Summer!: Fun Summer Reads and Activities
What do you love most about summer? Is it no school? Is it the sunny days that go on for hours? Is it the heat that makes us wear our cool T-shirts [...]
National Zoo and Aquarium Month
June is the perfect time to learn about wild and marine life since it is National Zoo and Aquarium Month! Zoos and Aquariums are significant resources that aid in the preservation and [...]
Zaiqa Cooking: Besan Naan
If you're a fan of fried food, then this recipe is for you. Thick batter-covered naan. Mmmm…I enjoy Besan Naan on rainy days. It is the best, most comforting, fun, and delicious [...]
Children’s Resources
Resources for COVID-19
- A Kids Book about COVID-19 (Free Download)
- CDC/Coronavirus
- Coping During Covid: A Short Series
- Coronavirus – A Book For Children (Free Download)
- COVID-19 Legal Information and Resources
- COVID-19 Time Capsule (Free Download)
- Resources for Families During the Coronavirus
- Resources for Non-Profits During COVID-19
- Tech Tips for Parents during COVID-19
Story Time & Read Aloud Resources
Homework/School Assistance
- Brainfuse (Homework Help)
- STEM at home (Maryland STEM Festival)
- Wide Open School (instructional support from CommonSensemedia)
Events and Activity Suggestions