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In this current climate we want to do all we can to promote curiosity and a thirst for new learning for our pupils. Here are some ideas of websites and activities to do with your child at home.
Safety first!
We know the internet can be a daunting place. Follow this link to find step by step guides for parental controls on networks, gadgets, apps and sites.
Here is an online safety video recommended to parents from Derbyshire Safeguarding team: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhLWwQ4Ay5s
Here is the link for reporting online abuse through CEOP: https://www.ceop.police.uk/Safety-Centre/Should-I-make-a-report-to-CEOP-YP/
Websites to Explore
We will be adding websites to this list as we find them. Please be aware not all websites will be suitable for your child. Talk to your child’s teacher to find out what stage your child is currently learning at and this will guide you to the most relevant sections of these websites. If you have any suggestions for this page, please email them to Sophie.evitts@brackenfield.derbyshire.sch.uk.
A good website offering advice is: https://www.educationalappstore.com/; please note-some apps on this site are paid for apps.
Here are some websites we use in school.
Website: Picture News assemblies
What is it? There are weekly assemblies for you to watch with your family.
Website: www.vimeo.com/channels/picturenews
Website: YouTube
What is it? YouTube is a video sharing service where users can watch, like, share, comment and upload their own videos. The video service can be accessed on PCs, laptops, tablets and via mobile phones. You can download a YouTube Kids which limits the content to only family friendly videos.
Being active is essential during this time, it is great for our physical health, but also for our emotional health. When we exercise it increases endorphins in our body (happy hormones), and triggers positive feelings in the body. Why not try The body Coaches PE lessons, they are 30 minutes activity, that you can do in your house or in the garden, these sessions are live on YouTube everyday at 9 am (sign in and comment your child might get a shout out!) they are great for the whole family to do together, and really get your day started. If you miss the (9 am session you can get previous days sessions on the YouTube channel too.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyCLoPd4VxBvQafyve889qVcPxYEjdSTl
Different YouTube channels:
- Crash Course Kids
- Science Channel
- SciShow Kids
- National Geographic Kids
- Free School
- Geography Focus
- TheBrainScoop
- SciShow
- Kids Learning Tube
- Geeek Gurl Diaries
- Mike Likes Science
- Science Max
- SoulPancake
Link: www.youtube.com
Website: Microsoft
What is it?
Engage your family for an hour or more with these safe and simple, family-led learning experiences for ages 3 to 12. This collection of free activities, curated out of educational resources from around the world, encourages families to Learn, Do and Share. Enjoy some time together!
Link: https://education.microsoft.com/en-us/resource/755e5a8b
Website: Read for Good
What is it? This website has lots of free resources relating to authors and their stories. There are free audiobooks and worksheet to print off.
Link: www.readforgood.org
Website: PBS Kids
What is it? This website has lots of engaging games with famous characters, from Clifford the Big Red Dog to PJ Masks and much more.
Link: https://pbskids.org/
Website: Highlightkids
What is it? This website prides itself on engaging resources to promote joyful learning.
Link: https://www.highlightskids.com/
Website: National Geographic
What is it? This website has resources and games about the world around us.
Link: https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/
Website: Cool Maths 4 Kids
What is it? This is a problem-solving maths website, with activities starting as young as early years.
Link: https://www.coolmath4kids.com/
Website: Math Game Time
What is it? This website has early years and beyond maths games.
Link: http://www.mathgametime.com/
Website: Unite for Literacy
What is it? This is a fantastic online library of bright and colourful books to explore with your family.
Link: https://www.uniteforliteracy.com/
Website: Literactive
What is it? A website which aims to help teach children to read.
Link: http://www.literactive.com/Home/index.asp
Website: Science Kids
What is it? This website has science and technology resources, exploring the natural world and inventions.
Link: http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/
Website: Switch Zoo
What is it? This is a great website to explore different animals and even make your own!
Link: https://www.switchzoo.com/
Website: Seuss Ville
What is it? Explore the world of Dr. Suess with games, stories and much more.
Link: https://www.seussville.com/
Website: Turtle Diary
What is it? Introduce kids to new, exciting ways of learning with the help of fun online games, videos, experiments, puzzles, coloring sheets, and more!
Link: https://www.turtlediary.com/
Website: e-learning for kids
What is it? This website has lots of free games for subject across the curriculum.
Link: https://www.e-learningforkids.org/
Website: BrainPop junior
What is it? Gently encourages young learners to ask questions and form their own ideas.
Link: https://www.brainpop.com/
Website: Scholastic learn at home
What is it? Scholastic has created a free learn-at-home site with 20+ days of learning and activities.
Link: https://classroommagazines.scholastic.com/support/learnathome.html?caching
Website: Travel and Tourism attractions
What is it? Pretend to travel the world..Go on a virtual tour of these 12 famous museums.
Link: https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-tours
Website: Starfall
What is it? This is a phonics learning website. There are lots of different subjects to explore and practise reading at the same time.
Link: https://www.starfall.com/h/
Website: ABCYA
What is it? This is a website with lots of early learning resources, supporting early maths and English skills.
Link: https://www.abcya.com/
Website: Funbrain
What is it? This website has lots of games to play for all ages.
Link: https://www.funbrain.com/
Website: Splashlearn
What is it?
Link: https://www.splashlearn.com/
Website: Khan Academy
What is it? This website has lots of free games for subject across the curriculum.
Link: https://www.khanacademy.org
Website: BBC Learning
What is it? This website has lots of free games for subject across the curriculum.
Link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/learning/coursesearch
Website: Scratch
What is it? Creative computer programming games
Link: https://scratch.mit.edu/explore/projects/games/
Website: Cbeebies
What is it? Online games, make and colour and puzzles/quizzes for children
Link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbeebies
Website: Nature Detectives
What is it? Outdoor activities that can be done in a garden
Link: https://naturedetectives.woodlandtrust.org.uk/naturedetectives
Website: Oxford Owl
What is it? Online books available to read which can be filtered by age
Link: https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/for-home/find-a-book/library-page
What is it? Online activities and printable documents
Link: https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/welcome-back/for-home/reading-owl/kids-activities
Website: The Imagination Tree
What is it? Creative art and craft activities
Link: https://theimaginationtree.com
Website: Scholastic Online Stories
What is it? Provides a range of different online stories and activities for different ages.
Link: https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135748/free-scholastic-subscription
Website: Phonics Play
What is it? Literacy phonics activities and games
Link: www.phonicsplay.co.uk
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Website: ICT Games
What is it? Online Literacy and Numeracy Games
Link: http://ictgames.co.uk/
Website: Topmarks
What is it? This website has lots of free games for subject across the curriculum.
Link: https://www.topmarks.co.uk
Website: Oak National Academy online Classroom and resource hub
What is it? The sector-led Oak National Academy has launched its online classroom and resource hub. The Academy offers 180 video lessons each week for schools to use, across a broad range of subjects. The lessons cover children in Reception through to Year 10 and are free to use by both teachers and young people.
Link: https://www.thenational.academy/
Website: BBC Bitesize
What is it? The BBC has launched an education package across TV and online, featuring celebrities and teachers, helping to keep children learning at home and supporting parents.
Link: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize
