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Activity Ideas for the entire family.
As concerts are postponed, sporting events are canceled, schools are closed and tourist hot spots are shut down, experts recommend that even those who show no sign of illness should stay home during this time of global pandemic.
Although remaining inside is a good way to protect yourself and others from the coronavirus, and is an important measure to help “flatten the curve” of daily cases that put pressure on our health care system, it could lead to a lesser evil: boredom and stir craziness. What’s there to do while stuck indoors? We’ve compiled some suggestions to help make your time quarantined as interesting – and perhaps even as productive – as possible:
Creating an effective family routine when homebound for coronavirus
When the official word finally came that they closed our kids' schools "indefinitely" -- my new least favorite word -- my wife and I had the same thought: We need a schedule!
The answer to chaos is...
Where To Find Guided Reading Lesson Plans
As a school librarian, I know that one of the biggest challenges of this time we’re in is helping parents to keep kids reading, while also acknowledging the stress families are under as they go through this time. In addition...
Lunch Doodles with Mo Willem’s! Episode 12
Mo invites you into his studio, doodles, and teaches you how to draw Knuffle Bunny.
Visit http://www.kennedy-center.org/mowillems to download a...
The Best Things to Do (While Staying Home and Staying Safe) This Week: April 13-16
Monday, April 13
Disney on Broadway
Ryan McCartan hosts this charity-supporting livestream, celebrating Disney's quarter-century of taking their animated classics and translating them to the stage, often in seemingly-impossible ways. (Seriously, getting Julie Taymor to turn The...
Easy recipes you can make during coronavirus quarantine with five ingredients or less
Looking for some easy recipes to make in quarantine that don't require a ton of ingredients? We've got you covered.
In order to make meal planning as easy as possible for you and...
I Homeschool My Kids. Here Are 6 Ideas for Parents While Schools Are Closed
As schools shut down indefinitely across the country due to coronavirus concerns, many parents are wondering how to get through the coming weeks at home with their children. This is new territory for all of...
All the virtual concerts, plays, museums and other culture you can enjoy from home
Now is the time to start a veggie garden from seeds; here’s how
Every gardener knows that spring is the growing season.
But this year, above all others, there are things growing besides native perennials and annual weeds.
For example, there’s a growing-by-the-minute...
How “quarantine concerts” are keeping live music alive as venues remain closed
For many live music fans, spring is the most important season, as bands hit the road and huge festivals, such as South by Southwest and Coachella, kick off a busy concert season.
But in the...
Celebrate Easter virtually this year with these fun activities at home
Although the coronavirus pandemic is putting a pause on Easter celebrations with loved ones this year, there are still ways to have fun with the kids at home.
With just a few materials you may already...
Jeff Goldblum, Ginnifer Goodwin, and More Are Reading Disney Bedtime Stories to Kids Online
With self-isolation practices well underway, it's understandable that you might need, well, a break from your kids now and then. Fortunately, Disney is here to help! It recently launched a program...
Here are some activities to do this weekend even while staying at home
As we continue to quarantine under Gov. Cuomo's coronavirus “stay at home” order, there are still lots of fun activities you can do this weekend. Here are some of our top picks for things to do in your own home.
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The Wild Center Goes Digital with Educational Online Offerings
As The Wild Center has temporarily suspended public operations in order to help curb the spread of COVID-19, the natural history museum for the Adirondacks is focusing on a digital experience over the coming weeks.
The digital...
Disney has a new website filled with free activities that both children and adults can enjoy
It's becoming easier and easier to experience Disney magic from your home.
On Monday, the entertainment giant released a new website called Disney Magic Moments. The site is free to use, and offers Disney-themed activities that both children...
BHSN Vlog – Worry Dolls with Inga
Worry Dolls are tiny, little handmade dolls that originated from Guatemala. They are crafted normally from sticks, paper, threads, and really any material that is around you. According to Mayan legend, Worry Dolls are here to ease our fears and...
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