We have all found ourselves in a world much different than the one we lived in only a few short weeks ago. Many of us are newly working from home and on top of that, educating our kids from home. Our community members have a lot of great advice and resources to help you navigate this new and confusing moment we’ve entered into. Check out their articles below, categorized by topic.
Children and Stressful Topics
How to Help Kids Deal with Stress and Worry Due to Current Events by Jaclyn Musselman
5 Videos to Help You Talk to Kids about Coronavirus by Monica E
COVID-19: Helping Kids Cope by Krystal Henry
Social & Emotional Learning Resources – Covid-19 Resources for Kids & Teens by Erin Sluka
How to talk to your kids about COVID-19 by Rebekah Griffin
Coronavirus
Podcast Episode: Surviving the Coronapocalypse by Sky McLain
Mood Lifters to Survive Quarantine by Sky McLain
What You Need to Know about Coronavirus When You Have Celiac Disease by Jenny Levine Finke
Homemade Hand Sanitizer by Angela Paris
Resources and Tips to Help Families During the Coronavirus Outbreak by Kathryn Schwab
Children’s Printables
Frozen-Inspired Elsa Princess Wands — Paper Craft for Kids by Teresa Britton
20 Affordable Family Activities to do at Home (free printable) by Jamie Ward
Laura Kelly’s Printable Education Resources, Puzzles, and Games by Laura Kelly
Free Coloring Printables and Worksheets for Children Plus Spotify Dance Party Mix by Nicole DeSantis
Free One Digital Subtraction Printable by Farrah Elshoff
Free Spring Word Search Printable by Farrah Elshoff
Free Spring World Search by Farrah Elshoff
Exercise
Quarantine Workout – No Equipment Needed! by Adrienne Redelings
Finances
5 Ways to Save Money during the Coronavirus Quarantine by Rachel Dean
Homeschooling
Fun STEM Activities for Kids of All Ages by
Sight Word Practice Activities for Early Readers by
Fun Ways Kids Can Practice Math Facts by Christina Schul
Fun and Free Educational Websites for Kids by Teresa Britton
New to distance learning by Rebekah Jorgensen
50 Educational Websites for Kids When Schools are Closed by Shelly Dixon
From Caterpillar to Butterfly Plus Butterfly Fun Facts (Video) by Cheryl Polican
Tips for Parents Suddenly Teaching At Home by Tera Bare
Homeschooling Through Tough Times by Tera Bare
Free Online Learning Activities by Angela Paris
FREE ONLINE RESOURCES FOR HOMESCHOOLING PARENTS IN QUARANTINE by Paige McEachren
FREE EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES FOR HOMESCHOOLING by Cyndie Norell
14 Unique Classes For Tweens and Teens on Outschool- Prepare For REAL Life by Sarah Snyder
Daily Routine for New Homeschool Moms by Skye McLain
Organizing and Cleaning
31 Days of 10-Minute Decluttering Tasks by Susan Santoro
Quarantine and Social Distancing
How to Prepare Your Home for Illness Quarantine by Sara Wellensiek
25+ Pandemic Food/Supply Prep List by Diane Schmidt
Free Prepper List for Families to prepare and be able to stock up sensibly by Thena Franssen
Everything You Need to Know about How to Stockpile by Kristen Whirrett
Social Distancing? Welcome to My Quirky World by Holly Bertone
Outdoor activities you can do while practicing social distancing by Brandy Gleason
5 Things To Do For Spring Break During Social Distancing by Lauren Gay
7 Things You Must Do to Survive a Mandatory Government Quarantine by Jenna Ouano
Mental Health Survival Guide to Being Quarantined by Christina Furnival
Silver Lining of Quarantine by Christina Furnival
How to Prep for a Quarantine by Corinne Schmitt
What to do when you are quarantined with teenagers by Janel Carey
Social Distancing by April Aleman
Recipes and Food Delivery
20 Easy Family Dinners by Skye McLain
Easy Bread Recipe by Christine Bruckmann
Our Favorite Grocery and Meal Delivery Services by Teresa Britton
Stay Home Ideas and Activities
13 Free Things To Do With Kids At Home & Outside by Leah Althiser
STUCK INSIDE: 50+ ITEMS TO ENTERTAIN A TODDLER by Lisa Alemi
Easy DIY Taste-Safe Paint / Finger Paint by Teresa Britton
When the Kids are Home Indefinitely…What Do You Do? by Dana Bailey
SOCIAL DISTANCING? THINGS TO DO WHILE YOU’RE STUCK AT HOME by Zipporah Sandler
Ultimate Guide of Things to Do on a Snow Day Indoors with Kids by Jennifer Palazzo
DIY Playdough by Cyndie Norell
101 Things To Do With Your Kids During The COVID-19 School Shut Down by Deborah Dennert
Our Daily Schedule during COVID-19 by Lindsey Cline
50 ways to entertain kids while school is out by Trina Hopkins
Creative Ways To Vacation at Home by Clarissa Laskey
Ways to Travel when You’re Stuck at Home by Tonya Denmark
Keep Your Kids Entertained at Home During School Closings by Colleen Moriarty
15+ Spring Break Staycation Ideas by Jaclyn Musselman
Free kid activities for those home from the Coronavirus by Ashley Walkup
How To Make Storytelling A Family Tradition by Joanne Greco
Teaching Kids To Crochet by Joanne Greco
Hawaiian Punch Play Dough | Make It At Home by Joanne Greco
Ant-Man Activity Pack { Free Printables } by Joanne Greco
DIY Paw Patrol Soap by Joanne Greco
Boredom Buster Activities for Kids by Angela Paris
Entertainment Ideas for Kids Stuck at Home by Rachel Dean
101 Things to do with Kids during the Coronavirus Quarantine by Rachel Dean
THE BEST INDOOR ACTIVITIES FOR ADHD KIDS TO BURN ENERGY by Paige McEachren
27 things to do when you’re stuck at home by Alyssa Loring
Paper Plate Party Masks by Gena Lazcano
How to Make a Cootie Catcher by Gena Lazcano
Outdoor Activities for Kids and Families by Gena Lazcano
15 Ideas for Disney Game Night by Tracey Skafidas
Coffee Filter Butterflies by Christine Bruckmann
Uplifting and Encouraging Articles
To the mom struggling with social distancing by Megan Beaver
7 Ways to Stay Grounded and Calm During Social Unrest by Jessica Dimas
A Coronavirus Prayer – Healing and Protection by Sara Borgstede
We by Jessica Guerrieri
Moms: How to Take Care of Your Mental Health (Journal page) by Tracey Skafidas
Work from Home
Working From Home As Family by Michelle Glogovac
How To Work From Home With Your Partner & Kids & Deciding If An Online Business Is Right For You by Michelle Glogovac
Great Ways to Get Your Kids Involved With Your Work-At-Home Job by by Angela Nelson
10 Ways to Make Money When You’re Stuck at Home by Angela Nelson
How to work from home + be productive by Alyssa Loring
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