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We’ve put this resource list together to meet the needs of those who are learning and/or teaching from home. Some of these resources require a library card.
Check back frequently as new resources will be added.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Focus on promoting reading to newborns, infants, and toddlers.
Encourages parent and child bonding through reading.
Access Mars
Take a virtual tour and explore the surface of Mars with a 360-degree perspective through the lenses of NASA's Curiosity rover.
Aquarium of the Pacific Online Academy
Here you will find both on-demand videos and activities for all ages and a schedule of interactive live programs with our educators, from virtual classroom sessions to Pacific Pals puppets.
ASL Literacy Activities
American Sign Language (ASL) free resources, activities, videos and ideas to support Deaf children learning at home.
Ben's Guide to U.S. Government
A Guide to the U.S. Government to inform students in grades K-12, parents, and educators.
Bookflix
Video storybooks paired with related nonfiction ebooks from preschool through 3rd grade.
Brain Pop
Provides learning resources that support core and supplemental subjects such as arts, music, English, science, and technology.
Bright by Text
Bright by Text sends free activities, games, and resources right to your cell phone. Messages are targeted to your child’s age and include information on child development, language and early literacy, health and safety, behavioral tips, and more!
California Missions Resource Center
Access California Mission information that includes maps, images, timelines, history and more on each of the 21 missions.
California Science Center
This space is designed for families to explore, investigate, and learn together without ever needing to leave the house. All activities use easy to find household supplies, and are appropriate for a variety of ages.
Charlie Cart Project
Children friendly recipes and curriculum to mix education into your daily routine.
Choose My Plate
Provides recipes and resources to support building healthy and budget-friendly meals.
Classics for Kids
Listen to classical music, play games, and learn about different instruments.
Code.org
Learn to build your own game, app, or website using blocks, JavaScript, CSS, HTML, and more.
Cosmic Yoga
Kids, ages three and up, can join in themed yoga activities. Watch videos that teach relaxation and mindfulness in a fun and engaging manner.
Crayola At-Home Activities
Access creative resources that focus on language arts, math, and more for children, parents, and educators.
Early Learning by World Book
Emergent learners will engage in an interactive and playful environment of topical content worlds with bursts of information to support microlearning. Guided reading program with stories spread across Lexile Levels provide building blocks for early learners. Read-aloud option across all functions of...
Encantos Learning Hub
Free bilingual resources for parents and educators with lessons and activities.
First 5 Orange County Kid Builders
A fun and free, activity-packed resource to help children grow up healthy and ready to succeed in school and life. The easy-to-do activities can help kids grow in six critical areas: body, health, mind, relationships, safety and words.
Get to Know
Environmental learning and activities for all ages. Innovative ways for youth to learn about nature and biodiversity.
Girls Who Code at Home
Computer Science educational activities featuring women in tech who pioneered innovative technology.
Harry Potter at Home
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter offers fun articles, quizzes, puzzles, chapter readings, and other resources.
Khan Academy
A nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere.
LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems!
Artist, Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio every day for his LUNCH DOODLE.
National Geographic Kids
A component to the National Geographic Kids magazine created for ages 6 and up. This site provides educational games, kid-friendly information, and videos.
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA): Education at Home
The NOAA has created a page with educational activities allowing families to explore the ocean and atmosphere from the comfort of home.
NewseumED
Free resources are available to teach children and teens history, civics, and media literacy. The activities seek to connect history with current events.
OC Waste Recycling Coloring Activity Book
Download and print an educational Eco Challenge activity book provided by OCWR.
PBS Learning Media for Students
Free videos and interactive media on a variety of topics for learners of all ages.
ProQuest eLibrary
General reference aggregation of periodical and digital media content with editorial guidance for novice researchers. Two unique interfaces available.
(Grades 6+)
Ranger Rick
Free digital versions the Ranger Rick magazine with activities, educator's guides, and animal crafts.
RESET Toolbox
A collection of no-cost trainings and resources to build resilience.
RESET Toolbox will buffer the effects of COVID-19, social isolation, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), toxic stress, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) (including racism), etc. ideally to help participants build resilience...
Scratch
Scratch is a free programming language and online community where you can create your own interactive stories, games, and animations.
Sesame Street
Sesame Street Friends provide videos, playful learning activities, and ways to help families stay physically and mentally healthy.
SIRS Discoverer
Selected content for novice researchers, especially elementary and middle school students and educators.
(Grades 3-9)
SIRS Issues Researcher
Curriculum-aligned database of content organized by complex issues, ideally for middle and high school students and educators.
(Grades 6+)
Smithsonian History Explorer
History Resources for K-12 teachers and students, afterschool program providers, families, and individuals interested in lifelong learning . The site includes lessons, activities and media.
Space Place
NASA provides games, crafts, activities, and other media for kids to learn more about the Earth, the solar system, the universe, and more.
STEM from the Start
The New Hampshire PBS & Learniverse Educational Media provides STEM educational videos that engage children in learning that is fun and long-lasting.
STEM on Station
STEM on Station by NASA provides STEM lesson plans, activities, videos, still imagery, and the latest station news.
TeachingBooks.net
A resource for anyone who reads, teaches, or enjoys books for children and teens.
The Tech Wizard
Helping parents and caregivers with their technology to be empowered to help their children have the best possible experience with online learning.
TIME for Kids
Free access to four different grade-specific digital editions of TIME magazine for Kids.
Virtual Museum Tours - Google Arts Culture
Explore some of the world's most famous museums from home.
Virtual School Activities
A collection of sites to live webcams, virtual tours/trips, and other miscellaneous fun academic sites.