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Historic Hudson Valley wants to bring some of the history from our National Historic Landmarks into your home! We've gathered some of our educational materials-excellent resources for kids who are currently distance learning-as well as some fun activities that everyone in the family can enjoy. We'll update this page regularly with new content-bookmark it so you don't miss a thing!

Also make sure you're following Historic Hudson Valley on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for more educational and fun updates.

Cook

Cooking with Cornmeal - Harness your inner colonial cook with recipes for pumpkin cornmeal pancakes, light corn bread, and cornmeal shortcake.

Create

Color like Matisse - Union Church is home to Henri Matisse's last work of art, "La Rosace," or the Rose Window. Now you can paint (or color with crayons, markers, or any way you want!) like a master and create your own stunning work of art.

Colonial Tinsmithing at Home - Learn how to create your own tinsmithing masterpiece using ordinary objects found in your home.

Learn

Vote Like a Girl - The year 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote. Explore the stories of female trailblazers through a variety of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics) activities.

Discover Pinkster - Explore how enslaved Africans would have celebrated this springtime holiday by learning about its origins, cooking up your own akara fritters, and participating in our adinkra stamp activity.

People Not Property - This interactive documentary about the history of Northern colonial enslavement is for students of many grade levels. It highlights the experiences of enslaved people, exploring history through personal stories. Additionally, our People Not Property Webquest provides students in grades 7-12 with a structure to navigate through People Not Property, highlighting key content and asking short-answer and personal response questions.

Traders & Raiders - Dive into New York's role in the age of piracy from the 1600s through the mid-1700s.

Runaway - This short dramatic film follows an enslaved woman named Sue and her encounter with Galloway and Prince, two enslaved men who are running away.

Teacher Resources - Explore Historic Hudson Valley's many resources to help teach the challenging subject of slavery in today's classroom.

The Trials of Constance Baker Motley - Watch a panel discussion hosted by our Women's History Institute on the film The Trials of Constance Baker Motley ( rent it here). It features Constance Baker Motley's son and Historic Hudson Valley Trustee Joel Motley and The Honorable Laura Swain, U.S. District Court Judge for the Southern District of New York, a former clerk for Judge Motley.

Read

Recommended Reading - Dig in to the topics of Black History and Women's History with our K-12 suggested reading lists.

Explore Our Archive - Our blog archive, that is! Read about Philipsburg Manor's pirate connection, the history and symbols of Pinkster, fun facts about Washington Irving, and more!

Remembering the Past in the Future: A Diary of 1860s Irvington, New York - Take a peek inside the diary of Susie Van Wart Storrow as she chronicles her daily activities as a young woman living in the Hudson Valley.

Sheep-to-Shawl: A Cat's Perspective - Ever wonder what our barn cat Ginger's favorite part of Sheep-to-Shawl is? Spoiler alert: it isn't the border collies.

Gardening at Philipsburg Manor - Learn all about the plants in our historic gardens, plus tips from our horticulturist on how to grow your own!

Women's Fashion in the 19th Century - Step back in time and explore the complex wardrobe of women dressing to impress in the 1800s.

Just for Fun

Zoom Backgrounds - Looking to add some variety to your video conferencing? Why not take your meetings or attend your classes from Blaze or our historic sites! These images also make great backgrounds for your computer or phone.

Virtual Jigsaw Puzzles - Did you know that jigsaw puzzles date back to the 1700s? Learn a little history while putting together some photos of our historic sites, piece by piece.

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No matter what age you teach, social-emotional learning is an essential part of your curriculum. Social skills books for kids are crucial in the classroom for supporting conversations about social-emotional issues. That's why we gathered 50 (yes, 50!) social skills books for kids, including lots of great recent ones you may not have seen yet, that you can share to help kids build empathy, talk about emotions, navigate tough experiences, and more.

(Just a heads up, WeAreTeachers may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. We only recommend items our team loves!)

Books About Managing Fear and Anxiety and Taking Risks

1. Brave Every Day by Trudy Ludwig

Camila and Kai are both scared about their class's field trip to the aquarium, though they show it in different ways. It turns out that supporting each other helps them both.

Buy it: Brave Every Day on Amazon

2. A Case of the Zaps by Alex Boniello and April Lavalle

Robot Pi's class is planning a class trip to "where it all started, Olde Silicon Valley." (Ha!) It's supposed to be exciting, but Pi's worries quickly kick into "overdrive." The fun robot metaphors give kids helpful language for talking about anxious feelings. Bonus: We appreciate the incidental use of they/them pronouns for the main character!

Buy it: A Case of the Zaps on Amazon

3. The Whatifs by Emily Kilgore

Scary "Whatifs" follow Cora everywhere, and it only gets worse as she prepares for her big piano recital. Her outlook changes when Stella challenges her to turn her bad Whatifs into good ones.

Buy it: The Whatifs on Amazon

4. Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall

Jabari is definitely ready to jump off the diving board. He's finished his swimming lessons and passed his swim test, and he's a great jumper, so he's not scared at all. Also check out the sequel Jabari Tries to talk about perseverance!

Buy it: Jabari Jumps on Amazon

5. The Camping Trip by Jennifer K. Mann

Ernestine is super excited to go camping for the first time with her aunt and cousin-until they reach the campsite, that is. Then everything feels scary, and she misses her dad.

Buy it: The Camping Trip on Amazon

6. Anita and the Dragons by Hannah Carmona

Fear of "dragons" almost overcomes Anita as she and her family prepare to emigrate from their home in the Dominican Republic. Her brother reminds her, "They aren't real dragons. They're just planes in the sky."

Buy it: Anita and the Dragons on Amazon

7. The Book of Mistakes by Corinna Luyken

Zoom meets Beautiful Oops! in this book about the creative process and the way in which "mistakes" can blossom into inspiration.

Buy it: The Book of Mistakes on Amazon

8. Everyone Can Learn to Ride a Bicycle by Chris Raschka

Learning to ride a bike is one of the most important milestones of childhood, and this book captures the emotional ups and downs of the experience.

Buy it: Everyone Can Learn to Ride a Bicycle on Amazon

9. The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds

The words of her teacher are a gentle invitation to express herself. But Vashti can't draw-she's no artist.

Buy it: The Dot on Amazon

Books About Friendship

10. Rulers of the Playground by Joseph Kuefler

One morning, Jonah decided to become ruler of the playground. Everyone agreed to obey his rules to play in King Jonah's kingdom ... everyone except for Lennox, because she wanted to rule the playground too.

Buy it: Rulers of the Playground on Amazon

11. A Friend for Henry by Jenn Bailey

Henry, who has autism, eagerly wants a new friend. But many of his classmates aren't quite the perfect fit he imagines. Then he builds blocks with Katie, and their tower is just right.

Buy it: A Friend for Henry on Amazon

12. Daisy by Jessixa Bagley

Teasing makes Daisy feel terrible. She spends much of her time alone, collecting treasures-until she realizes someone else is adding to her treasure shelf.

Buy it: Daisy on Amazon

13. The Invisible Boy by Trudy Ludwig

Meet Brian, the invisible boy. Nobody ever seems to notice him or think to include him in their group, game, or birthday party ... until a new kid comes to class.

Buy it: The Invisible Boy on Amazon

14. Ways To Make Friends by Jairo Buitrago

Friendship books are some of the most important social skills books for kids to have in the classroom. Toad works hard to make new friends. He tries lots of different strategies, including some unusual ones. We like that his experiences let kids know that sometimes making friends can feel hard or tiring, and that's OK!

Buy it: Ways To Make Friends on Amazon

Books About Identity

15. What Are Your Words? A Book About Pronouns by Katherine Locke

This is one of our favorite social skills books for kids for supporting developmentally appropriate conversations about pronoun choices. Let kids know they have options for the words that feel right-and that it's important to respect others' choices too.

Buy it: What Are Your Words? A Book About Pronouns on Amazon

16. Aaron Slater, Illustrator by Andrea Beaty

We love all the Questioneers books to use as engaging class read-alouds, but this one is especially awesome for talking about strengths, challenges, and finding your own way to shine. Aaron Slater has a tough time writing a story to share in class, until he lets his love of art lead the way.

Buy it: Aaron Slater, Illustrator on Amazon

17. Like by Annie Barrows and Leo Espinosa

This quirky ode to human connection is a fun way to launch conversations about similarities and differences. How are humans like mushrooms, excavators, and hyenas? We love social skills books for kids that get classrooms talking and wondering together!

Buy it: Like on Amazon

18. Those Shoes by Maribeth Boelts

All Jeremy wants is a pair of those shoes, the ones everyone at school seems to be wearing. Though Jeremy's grandma says they don't have room for "want," just "need," when his old shoes fall apart at school, he is more determined than ever to have those shoes, even a thrift-shop pair that is much too small.

Buy it: Those Shoes on Amazon

19. Home Is In Between by Mitali Perkins

If you're looking for social skills books for kids related to code-switching-navigating multiple cultures-Shanti is a positive role model for students. When she and her family move to the United States from India, the worlds inside her home and in the larger community feel very different.

Buy it: Home Is In Between on Amazon

20. My Very Own Space by Pippa Goodhart and Rebecca Crane

A little rabbit is trying to read his book in peace, but there's so much going on around him! Maybe he needs some space just for himself. ...

Buy it: My Very Own Space on Amazon

21. My Shadow Is Pink by Scott Stuart

This child's family is sure his shadow is blue, but it's not-it's pink. And the shadow loves dresses and dancing, and it definitely wants to be seen as it really is.

Buy it: My Shadow Is Pink on Amazon

22. Eyes That Kiss in the Corners by Joanna Ho

This young girl is intensely proud of her "eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea." She also loves that her sister, mother, and grandmother all share the same special feature.

Buy it: Eyes That Kiss in the Corners on Amazon

Books About Overcoming Challenges

23. I Love Strawberries! by Shannon Anderson

Jolie desperately wants to grow strawberry plants in the family garden, but her parents aren't on board. She takes on the challenges of convincing them she's responsible enough, earning money to buy plants, and caring for the plants once she plants them. This is a good one for talking about how achieving a goal can include lots of different challenges along the way.

Buy It: I Love Strawberries! on Amazon

24. The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned To Read by Rita Lorraine Hubbard and Oge Mora

Mary Walker was born a slave and persevered through challenges her entire life. At age 114, she finally fulfilled her lifelong dream of learning to read. She's an inspiration for us all.

Buy it: The Oldest Student: How Mary Walker Learned To Read on Amazon

25. Argyle Fox by Marie Letourneau

Argyle Fox, with his signature style, wants to play outside on a springtime day, but the wind is wreaking havoc with his fun and games. As soon as he builds a card tower, climbs into a giant spider web, or takes up his pirate sword, here comes the wind: Woosh!

Buy it: Argyle Fox on Amazon

26. Emmanuel's Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah by Laurie Ann Thompson

Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah's inspiring true story is nothing short of remarkable. Born in Ghana, West Africa, with one deformed leg, he was dismissed by most people-but not by his mother, who taught him to reach for his dreams.

Buy it: Emmanuel's Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah on Amazon

27. Life by Cynthia Rylant and Brendan Wenzel

There are so many wonderful things about life, both in good times and in times of struggle.

Buy it: Life on Amazon

Books About Kindness

28. A Small Kindness by Stacy McAnulty

Add this to your social skills books for kids to encourage kindness in the classroom. Simple text and sweet illustrations show a diverse class spreading kindness from one person to another in lots of doable ways.

Buy it: A Small Kindness on Amazon

29. John's Turn by Mac Barnett

When it's John's turn to perform at the school assembly, he's nervous, but his love for dancing gives him confidence. His classmates cheer him on. This is a one of our new favorite social skills books for kids to talk about encouraging others and giving each person their "turn" to shine.

Buy it: John's Turn on Amazon

30. When We Are Kind / Nihá'ádaahwiinít'íigo by Monique Gray Smith

This bilingual English and Diné book uses art inspired by Navaho culture to show how simple kindnesses have a lasting impact. It would be lovely inspiration for a kindness-themed class book or bulletin board.

Buy it: When We Are Kind / Nihá'ádaahwiinít'íigo on Amazon

31. The Smile Shop by Satoshi Kitamura

Disappointment washes over a small boy when he drops the money he's saved down the drain. A stranger in a photography studio chooses to make an unexpectedly kind gesture.

Buy it: The Smile Shop on Amazon

32. Pass It On by Sophy Henn

When you see something terrific, smile a smile and pass it on! If you chance upon a chuckle, hee hee hee and pass it on. Should you spot a thing of wonder, jump for joy and pass it on!

Buy it: Pass It On on Amazon

Books About Grief

Equal parts affirming and hopeful, if you need social skills books for kids to help cope with a friend moving, this is the one. Daniela can't believe Evelyn won't live across the street anymore. But focusing on cherished memories and keeping in touch helps her manage.

Buy it: Evelyn Del Rey Is Moving Away on Amazon

34. The Circles in the Sky by Karl James Mountford

This folktale stars Fox, who wonders about a dead bird in the forest. This book gives classrooms an inclusive and gentle way to talk about death.

Buy it: The Circles in the Sky on Amazon

35. Rosa's Song by Helena Ku Rhee

Jae misses his village in South Korea but finds comfort with his new friend Rosa, who lives in his building. Then Rosa and her family have to move suddenly. This reassuring story is helpful for talking about coping with surprise disappointments.

Buy it: Rosa's Song on Amazon

36. Dadaji's Paintbrush by Rashmi Sirdeshpande and Ruchi Mhasane

A boy and his grandfather connect through painting. When the grandfather dies, the boy can't face his art for a long time. Finally, painting again helps him heal.

Buy it: Dadji's Paintbrush on Amazon

Books About Feelings

37. Big Feelings by Alexandra Penfold and Suzanne Kaufman

An energetic group of young friends has big plans for the day-until big, hard feelings get in the way. It'll take talking about it and being flexible to get the day back on track.

Buy it: Big Feelings on Amazon

38. I Am Okay To Feel by Karamo Brown and Jason "Rachel" Brown

A boy and his dad walk and talk about their feelings. We love how positive and relatable this book is for kids. Well-researched back matter gives adults lots of tools for talking with children about emotions too.

Buy it: I Am Okay To Fee l on Amazon

39. Great Big Feelings series by Hallee Adelman

These are invaluable social skills books that normalize big emotions for kids. Each book shares a relatable experience from a kid's perspective and ends with a positive coping strategy. These are also great examples of personal narrative writing (with details about feelings!).

Buy it: Way Past Afraid and Way Past Sad on Amazon

40. Cranky Right Now by Julie Berry

"I'm cranky right now and I have my reasons," says this main character. Bad moods happen to all of us. Get kids talking about how to sit with grouchy feelings and let them pass.

Buy it: Cranky Right Now on Amazon

41. The Shadow Elephant by Nadine Robert

Elephant feels really down. All his friends keep trying to distract him, but it turns out what he really needs is a friend to be with him and his hard feelings until they fade away. This is one of our new favorite social skills books for kids with a message that it's OK to just sit with difficult emotions.

Buy it: The Shadow Elephant on Amazon

Books About Honesty

42. Lying Up a Storm by Julia Cook

A storm is brewing ... whenever Levi doesn't like the truth, he kinda sorta makes up other stuff to say.

Buy it: Lying Up a Storm on Amazon

43. Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie by Laura Rankin

Ruthie loves little things-the smaller, the better. So when she finds a teeny tiny camera on the school playground one afternoon, she can hardly believe her luck. She wants to keep the camera in the worst way, but there's one little problem: It isn't hers.

Buy it: Ruthie and the (Not So) Teeny Tiny Lie on Amazon

44. I Want My Hat Back by Jon Klassen

The bear's hat is gone, and he wants it back. Patiently and politely, he asks the animals he comes across, one by one, whether they have seen it. Each animal says no.

Buy it: I Want My Hat Back on Amazon

Books About Self-Control

45. Stop and Smell the Cookies by Gibson Frazier

If you're looking for a new social skills book for kids that tackles managing impulsivity in a positive and empathetic way, you need this one! Dash Gordon has big ideas, good intentions ... and a hard time reining himself in. When he's feeling down about having a tough day, his mom helps him learn a mindful breathing routine that really helps.

Buy it: Stop and Smell the Cookies on Amazon

46. Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes

Lilly loves everything about school, especially her cool teacher, Mr. Slinger. But when Lilly brings her purple plastic purse and its treasures to school and can't wait until sharing time, Mr. Slinger confiscates her prized possessions.

Buy it: Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse on Amazon

47. My Mouth Is a Volcano! by Julia Cook

All of Louis's thoughts are very important to him. In fact, his thoughts are so important to him that when he has something to say, his words begin to wiggle, and then they do the jiggle, then his tongue pushes all of his important words up against his teeth, and he erupts, or interrupts others.

Buy it: My Mouth Is a Volcano! by Julia Cook

47. You Will Be My Friend! by Peter Brown

Today is the day the exuberant Lucy is going to make a new friend! But she finds it's harder than she had thought-she accidentally ruins the giraffe's breakfast and is much too big for the frogs' pond.

Buy it: You Will Be My Friend! on Amazon

48. Clark the Shark by Bruce Hale

Clark is a shark with zing, bang, and BOOM. He zooms into school, crashes through the classroom, and is rowdy at recess.

Buy it: Clark the Shark on Amazon

Books About Resiliency

49. Giraffes Can't Dance by Giles Andreae

Gerald the tall giraffe would love to join in with the other animals at the Jungle Dance, but everyone knows that giraffes can't dance ... or can they?

Buy it: Giraffes Can't Dance on Amazon

50. Milo Imagines the World by Matt de la Peña

Milo feels like a "shook-up soda" as he takes the subway to visit his mom, who is incarcerated. He copes with his feelings by imagining the lives of his fellow passengers-and imagines the time when his family will be together again.

Buy it: Milo Imagines the World on Amazon

Use this four-step process when reading these social skills books for kids to reinforce the skills featured:

1. Describe: Talk with your students, and have them talk with one another, about what they think the main point of the story was. What social skills did the story define? How do you know? Why are these skills important? Can you make a connection to the story from your own life? Make a poster together, or have students write or draw in their journals about these social skills.

2. Demonstrate: Have a few students act out what the social skills look and feel like. Role playing different ways students can demonstrate these skills will help reinforce the behavior.

3. Practice: Plan activities where each child has to take a turn to practice the featured social skills.

4. Promote: Promote, support, and encourage children as they initiate and engage in behavior that demonstrates these social skills. Catch them being kind, flexible, honest, confident, and more!

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Most educators know that supporting students' social and emotional wellness is critical to their overall success. We can't expect students to process information when they're distracted, hungry, tired or feel unsafe.

Now that parents and caregivers are overseeing learning at home, we need to ensure that students continue to build and practice social and emotional skills in meaningful ways, especially when distractions and anxieties from current events and in their personal communities are at an all-time high.

Social emotional learning (SEL) strengthens us as individuals and as communities, especially during uncertain times. When we practice and build our skills in self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship building and decision making, we are better equipped to navigate stressors, anxieties, and challenges. We can solve problems and work together to function at a higher level-in the classroom, at work and at home.

Regular practice is key, just as it is for any other skill like reading, math or shooting a basketball. The same ways we exercise our bodies or practice dribbling a ball, we have to practice identifying, expressing and managing our emotions. Empathy is a muscle we have to flex. By consistently doing so, when we encounter stressful situations, we have a toolkit that we can readily draw upon to help us navigate that stressor or de-escalate the conflict.

So how can we practice SEL at home? Here are ten tips that families can follow.

1. Take care of yourself, even when it feels like the last thing you can do right now.

In order to cultivate the social and emotional skills of young people, you must take care of your own mental, social and emotional wellness. Young children are sensitive to the stress of their caretakers.

We must stay calm and realistic. They sense when we are worried and anxious, and our emotions directly affect the emotions of our children. We must build in time, even if only 10 minutes a day, for our own wellness practices-journaling, going for a walk, meditating, exercising, for example. Much like putting on our own oxygen mask first before putting on a child's, we must take care of ourselves during this stressful time so that we're able to show up for others.

2. Establish routines and intentionality.

Routines ground us and provide a sense of safety and security. They are especially important for young children and children who have experienced trauma. Right now, amid the uncertainty of COVID-19, all of us are experiencing trauma. Disasters, forced isolation and other situations associated with the virus break students' usual routines.

Craft a daily routine for you and your children to stick to. Create intentional time and structure for social emotional learning. This would ideally be 5 to 10 minutes of dedicated practice every day. Use an evidence-based curriculum that provides a thoughtful scope and sequence, allowing students to build upon skills over time. At Move This World, we have opened up access to a library of free videos and activities to help you integrate this work into your home more easily.

3. Presence is not the same as being present.

Many parents may be more physically present than they ever have because they are now home. But that does not mean they are truly present due to increased work demands while supporting learning at home. Many of us are also stressed ourselves, making us less emotionally available.

It is important to dedicate structured time to connection and not assume that it will happen organically because we are more "present" now than ever before. Be intentional about when you're connecting with children and when you are working. Set daily times for playing together, reading books or singing songs.

4. Commit acts of service or kindness for others.

Practicing kindness for others helps us build an appreciation for our own lives and situations, in addition to improve our physical and mental health. Phone or write people you know who live alone or are on the frontlines to help them feel less isolated. Write a letter outlining the highlights of your day, or draw a picture of a joyful moment you've experienced or something you wish for someone else. Demonstrating kindness gives a more powerful message than just talking about it, and helps build gratitude during difficult times.

5. Engage in creativity together.

Being creative is an inherently vulnerable process, especially for older students and adults. By flexing our creative muscles, we can crack open pieces of ourselves that may otherwise be closed off, find opportunities to learn new things about ourselves and others, or learn new modalities to communicate.

Examples of creativity in action include cooking or baking together, doing puzzles, coloring or art projects, playing board games, or writing a poem or a song together. Moving together is doubly powerful in getting our blood flowing and activating kinesthetic empathy, or the ability to experience empathy through the movement of another human being. Try taking turns mirroring each other's movements or just having a dance party where you each create a new move and teach it to one another.

6. Celebrate what you can.

The days can seem long and hard to separate when they are often spent stuck inside. Try to find something small (or two or three things if you can!) to celebrate each day. Celebrate health, a new day, the sun shining. Journal three daily highlights or share them with each other. Research has indicated that when we stop to "savor the good stuff," we develop resilience to the negative events that may be happening in our lives.

7. Practice active listening.

Do not assume that you know exactly what your child is feeling or is afraid of. Ask questions, listen actively and model eye contact, and then explain what you can in response to their questions. Validate that you see and acknowledge their feelings, fears and concerns.

Research tells us to be careful in how we respond to fear and to be mindful not to redirect or diminish the feeling by saying things like, "there's nothing to be afraid of." By validating our child's emotions we help them better accept and understand their feelings, develop self compassion, and empathize with others.

8. Help your child express and name emotions.

This helps young people understand what it is that they're feeling. If children are struggling to identify their feelings, ask them to express it through drawing, a facial expression, or through a movement in their body. Older students can try journal prompts like: "If I were a weather reporter and my feelings were the weather, it would be _____ today." They may be able to describe a cloudy, gloomy day but not have the emotional vocabulary to specify their feelings.

9. Practice social emotional learning daily.

Building important habits takes practice, and just as you brush your teeth every day, students and adults need daily opportunities to identify, express and manage their emotions. Our emotions and stressors change hour to hour and day to day, and it's important that we check in with ourselves and those around us in order to understand what we all need in order to work through those feelings and move through them together.

10. Transition mindfully.

During times of stress and anxiety, it's easy to get pulled in by negative thoughts and emotions, and it is difficult to remain in the present moment. Transitions are already challenging for young children, so introduce mindful breathing as you transition between learning time, lunch time and play time. This could mean breathing in for a count of 4 and exhaling for a count of 4.

You could also quietly stretch your bodies and follow the leader, de-escalating and bringing down your "emotional temperature" so that we can quiet our bodies and minds and move on to the next thing with more focus. Identifying a color, and asking children to name everything in the room that's of that color, is another quick exercise that helps us focus and takes us away from a swirling stream of worry and confusion.

These are times filled with worry, fear and uncertainty. It is a challenge we didn't expect, and the obstacles are shifting each and every day. We need social and emotional skills more than ever, and we can lean into this event as a learning opportunity in how we react to stressful, overwhelming circumstances while juggling multiple responsibilities.

We will certainly not be perfect each moment of every day. But by opening an honest dialogue about our emotions and incorporating SEL into our days with intentionality, we are helping ourselves and our children now and for the future.

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You've likely heard of the many benefits that come from adults keeping gratitude journals. This daily dedication to giving thanks is not just beneficial for adults! Keeping a gratitude journal helps children increase their self-awareness and self-management; this daily time to express gratitude allows children to reflect on their lives and focus on positive aspects.

Create a gratitude journal - somewhere that your child can write something for which they are feeling grateful that day. Your child can decorate the front or even create the book themselves for added ownership and fun. Rather than write broad gratitudes like "family" or "food," try to encourage more specific aspects of their lives. Use questions to help encourage deeper thinking and more precise gratitudes:

2. Create a glitter jar

Certain visual stimulation can awaken our senses and calm feelings of anxiety or anger. Watching glitter swirling and floating in a jar of water can encourage children's self-management, as they learn to pick up their glitter jar and calm their strong emotions with greater independence. While your child grows more practiced in using their glitter jar to manage strong emotions, you can help support them with prompts like these:

To create your own glitter jar you will need a jar, airtight lid, water, and a bit of glitter. This fun hands-on art activity will last a long time if handled with care, and offer great opportunity for social emotional learning. If you want to avoid the possible mess of a physical glitter jar, you can alternatively find similar effects online. For example, try the Augmented Reality (AR) glitter jar feature on the app, Wisdom: The World of Emotions.

3. Write a letter or draw a picture for a loved one

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Volunteerism and community service make the world go around on a daily basis. But what better time to serve your local or global community than during summer break! Students can use the time off of school to engage with their communities.

This past year has been a challenging one for all of us. Students, in particular, faced a lot of roadblocks including being isolated and disconnected from peers, classmates, and their community while learning from home.

However, as some schools plan to return to in-person classes this fall and nonprofit organizations begin to offer more in-person volunteer opportunities, students have the chance to get involved this summer. Community service is a great way for students to reconnect and re-engage with others and continue that vital personal development that sets them up for success in the future.

There are a variety of service ideas and projects students can do during the summer months to make a big impact on the world around them!

Outdoor Service Ideas

Parks
Students can enjoy the outdoors by serving in national parks. Lead hikes, clean up parks or plan activities outdoors. There are so many different ways to volunteer while getting to enjoy the great outdoors.

Clean Up Projects
While enjoying being outdoors in the summer, students can do local clean-up projects. Whether it's planting in a local park or cleaning up local creeks and rivers, students passionate about the earth can make their neighborhood that much cleaner.

Working with Animals
Work with local locations of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ( ASPCA) or park systems for outdoor-based service activities. Students can work with the local ASPCA to play with dogs or work with the park system to help plant trees and clean up areas.

Host a fitness class outside in a local park to encourage activity and exercise.Fitness Classes

Groups of People

Senior Citizens
Work with local senior centers to connect with the elderly. Students can host virtual talent shows, connect via Zoom and phone calls, write letters, and more.

Mentorship
Students can engage with younger students in summer school through mentorship and tutoring

First Responders, Medical Staff, Service Men and Women
Write letters of encouragement and thanks or create goody bags to show appreciation

Personal Service Project
Students can get creative and use their extended time over the summer to develop a personal service project. The purpose of this is to encourage students to connect with a cause they are passionate about or interested in. Encourage them to:

Identify an issue, problem, or cause they are passionate about

Research to see what is being done and where the need is

Scale the project - is it local or is there a way to serve at the national level?

Receive approval from service leader or school

Execute the service project!

Reflect on what they learned from the whole experience

Advocacy
This past year has revealed students' passion and curiosity for social issues and social justice. Encourage students to think critically about social issues they care about and research how to get involved. T hey can dedicate their summer to a specific cause or effort:

Literacy

Homelessness/Poverty

Equality

Those Impacted by COVID-19

Writing letters to congressmen and senators

Learning and reflecting on social issues in that student's community

Understanding the importance and impact of voting

Watching documentaries and Ted Talks about current issues and writing reflection essays on what the student learned

Volunteering with local political campaigns

Engaging with Local Nonprofits
Want to encourage your students to take ownership over their service projects? Recommend that they reach out to local nonprofits in your area and ask what needs they have during this time.

Ask them things such as:

Do you have volunteer opportunities this summer?

What needs does your organization have right now that I can assist with whether it be in person, socially distanced, or virtual?

How have the individuals or communities you benefit from been impacted by COVID-19 and what help do they need?

No one knows the needs of nonprofits, better than the nonprofits themselves. So don't be afraid to contact them directly and ask how you can be of service.

Virtual/Socially Distant Service Ideas

Zoom tutoring for other students in summer school

At home projects, assembling gift bags, care packages, military paracord bracelets, goodie bags, hygiene kits, and

Writing letters of encouragement to military, elderly, and sick to spread positivity

Host online webinars or share videos with performances, storytelling, fitness, and more.

Host a hygiene product drive and create goodie bags to distribute to those in need or via a local homeless shelter

BONUS - Establishing a Virtual Service Program at Your School: Hear from Connelly School of the Holy Child about how they continued to engage their students in meaningful service even through COVID-19. And download a "HOW TO" guide on establishing a virtual service program at your school!
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What to do After Serving

Your students will be serving their communities this summer, but what should they do afterward? Encourage your students to keep a record of their service and reflect on their experiences so they can grow and develop as individuals.

Need a way to manage student service and provide a way for students to reflect? x2VOL is here to support you. Check out the demo below or contact our team for more information.

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100 Books Kids Should Read!

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It's been such a strange, lost summer. Camps and schools and activities have shut down during the pandemic, leaving kids and caregivers stuck at home and climbing the walls - and sometimes the garden fences.

With that in mind, we decided that this year's summer reader poll should be all about keeping kids occupied. We asked you to tell us about your favorite kids' books, from board books for babies to great read-alouds to early chapter books and even a few books for older readers. And thousands of you answered.

As with all our summer polls, this one isn't a straight-up popularity contest. (Otherwise it would have been nothing but 100 Mo Willems books - and we love Mo Willems, but that wouldn't have been the most useful list.) Rather, it's a curated list built from your recommendations and picks from our expert panel of judges - a fantastic group of authors, librarians, publishers and all-around book nerds. And instead of a ranked list, it's grouped into categories that we hope will help you find just the right books for the kids in your life.

Now, we understand that half the fun of a list is arguing about what didn't make it on - and our judges had to make some hard choices. But there was one easy decision: A few years ago, we did a summer list based on All Things Considered's Backseat Book Club of great reads for kids from 9 to 14. This year's list is focused on younger readers, but we did include a few books for older kids. So if something appeared on the Backseat 100, we didn't include it here. That means no Charlotte's Web, no Matilda and no Little House books (though we've got some wonderful suggestions for Little House fans, like Linda Sue Park's Prairie Lotus).

We want this list to be a tool for discovery, which means we had to walk a delicate path when it comes to books that are undeniable classics - we knew all hell would rain down on us if we left out Where the Wild Things Are or The Very Hungry Caterpillar. But we decided you probably didn't need our help to discover Dr. Seuss, Richard Scarry or The Little Engine that Could, so those didn't make it onto the list.

And as always, we had to decide which work to pick from creators who were nominated multiple times. Readers may remember the Nora Roberts Rule, which came about during 2015's romance poll: No one gets on the list twice UNLESS they're as titanic a figure in their field as Roberts is in romance; we included her in that list under both her own name and her pen name, J.D. Robb.

This year brought an interesting twist. Since many books on the list have both authors and illustrators, we eventually decided that authors could appear only once, but we didn't mind seeing illustrators again. (Hello, Christian Robinson and Vashti Harrison!) And generally, when someone appeared more than once in the nominations, we went with whichever title was more popular with voters (so Kevin Henkes' Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse beat out Kitten's First Full Moon).

You'll also see there's a section of books for older readers. We wanted to recognize that a lot of kids read ahead of their age groups - and also, there have been so many great books that came out since we put together the Backseat 100 list in 2013 that it seemed a shame not to include a few of them here.

We hope you and the kids in your life will have as much fun poring through this list as we had putting it together! We had a blast recalling old favorites and discovering new classics (and a shoutout to our gracious judges, who let me sneak in one of my all-time childhood faves, Paul Goble's gorgeous The Girl Who Loved Wild Horses).

To make things easier, we've split up the list into categories: Picture Perfect, Baby's Bookshelf, Conversation Starters, Family Life, Animal (and Monster) Friends, Folktales and Fairy Tales, Fun to Read Out Loud, Nonfiction, Early Chapter Books, and Older Readers. Happy reading!

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Welcome To Story Hour: 100 Favorite Books For Young Readers

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115 Books Teens Should Read!

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However much teachers will make you read classics like Moby-Dick or Great Expectations, chances are that many of the books you'll keep closest to your heart are the teenage books you read. Who can forget the first time they met irresistible, fast-talking Anne Shirley in Anne of Green Gables? Or the years that they spent growing up with Harry, Hermione, and Ron? Or the breakneck, can't-tear-your-eyes-away sequences that made The Hunger Games an international phenomenon?

Luckily for us, it truly is the golden age for young adult fiction right now, as YA authors today continue to take the genre in new and incredibly exciting directions. Indeed, young adult books have stepped up onto the literary stage as a powerful genre in its own right, creating role models for all of us and leading important conversations about personhood, gender, sexuality, and race.

So what are the greatest teenage books ever? It's a question that's too vast for any one person to answer. So to compile this masterpost, we asked our community of 300,000 readers to vote for their favorite teenage books. Without further ado, here are the 115 best young adult books of all time.

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More star-crossed lovers take the stage in All the Walls of Belfast, an unlikely romance between two teens who must overcome the weight of their families' pasts. Fiona and Danny may have been born in the same hospital, but their paths diverged completely from there: she was raised in the U.S. and has never returned to her father's Catholic home, while he's a born-and-bred Protestant who plans to escape his abusive father by joining the Royal Irish Regiment. Sparks fly when they meet and figure out how much they have in common, right down to the same favorite band... yet old conflicts still threaten to tear them apart, especially when shocking truths about their families begin to emerge.

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When seventeen-year-old Harley is dragged to a friend's party against her will, she has no idea the living nightmare that's about to unfold. Within a few hours, Harley will discover her boyfriend hooking up with her little sister, Audrey - and after she storms out, he will drive Audrey home drunk, culminating in a devastating accident. Tormented by possibilities, Harley soon seeks solace in an unexpected source: a long-estranged neighbor, Raf, himself fresh out of rehab. Over the course of the book, they wrestle with addiction, regret, and trauma, ultimately forging a path forward that makes it possible to not just live with themselves, but to thrive.

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You may have reached the end of this list, but that doesn't mean there aren't tons of other wonderful young adult books to explore. Check out this list of the best young adult romance books or discover the newest indie YA novels hitting the shelves here!

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This year we are offering three registration options.

* OPTION 1: through Beanstack. Online registration will begin on Saturday, May 1, 2021. If you already have a Beanstack account, there's no need to create a new one. Simply log in to your existing account to access the "Tails & Tales" program.
* OPTION 2: Visit your to register in person.
* OPTION 3: Download the free Beanstack Tracker app from the or and search for "Cuyahoga County Public Library" as your site.

REGISTER ONLINE

Step 2: Track Your Reading

*Participants of all ages may track their reading online or in the in 20 minute increments, beginning Saturday, June 5, 2021. Online participants will earn badges. The more you read, the more badges you'll earn.
*Printed summer reading gameboards will be available in our branches beginning Saturday, June 5, 2021. Participants can mark an "X" on their gameboards for every 20-minutes they read

Step 3: Track Your STEAM Activities

We'll share eight STEAM video challenges to complete this summer. STEAM video challenges will be posted to our website and YouTube channel. You can track your STEAM activities in two ways:

*Log into your summer reading account to record your completed STEAM activities online.
*Mark an "X" on your summer reading gameboard for every STEAM activity you complete.

PRIZES

Please note: additional prizes may be added after the start of the program.

Midpoint Prize

*Youth participants who complete 8 hours of reading earn a grand prize raffle entry and a midpoint prize courtesy of Cuyahoga County Public Library, while supplies last.
*Adult participants who complete 8 hours of reading earn a grand prize raffle entry.

Completion Prize

*Youth participants who complete 16 hours of reading earn a grand prize raffle entry and a free book prize courtesy of Cuyahoga County Public Library, while supplies last.
*Adult participants who complete 16 hours of reading earn an additional grand prize raffle entry.

Grand Prize

Prize information is TBA.

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As China's most famous attraction, the Great Wall of China is an essential stop on all China tours. Commonly considered a wonder of the world, the Great Wall boasts a history of over 2,000 years and stretches more than 3,000 miles across several provinces of northern China, making it one of the most impressive ancient structures on the planet.

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Best Sections to Visit

Beijing is usually considered the main gateway to the Great Wall, since there are several world-famous sections of the Wall in the suburbs of Beijing, including Badaling, Mutianyu, Jinshanling, Juyongguan, Gubeikou, and Jiankou. These sections were built during the Ming dynasty between the 14th and 17th centuries and have been well preserved.

Of all the sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, Badaling is the most famous one. As a result, Badaling is the destination of choice for many large tour groups and is often very crowded. The nearby Juyongguan Great Wall features one of the three great mountain passes of the Great Wall but is almost as crowded as Badaling.

Mutianyu Great Wall is just as close as Badaling and offers wonderful views of the Great Wall and the surrounding hills with far fewer tourists. This section of the Wall also features a thrilling toboggan run that you can ride from the top of the Wall down to the bottom of the hill.

Due to their proximity, Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu are all doable as a half-day trip from downtown Beijing. We usually recommend Mutianyu over Badaling or Juyongguan, since the massive crowds at the latter two sections can ruin one's experience of this impressive structure.

Further away from Beijing, Jinshanling Great Wall is about 150 km northeast of downtown and it usually takes about two and a half hours to drive there. Despite the longer drive, Jinshanling is among the most stunning sections of the Great Wall. If your itinerary allows for one full day seeing the Great Wall, then we highly recommend a tour to Jinshanling.

Gubeikou and Jiankou can also be visited within a day tour from Beijing. Both sections have not been restored since they were first built in the Ming Dynasty, making them ideal choices for those who want to hike and experience the wild Great Wall. Do be aware that the Jiankou section features very steep and dangerous climbs and is only suitable for experienced hikers.

There are also some other famous sections of the Great Wall within or outside Beijing, such as Huanghuacheng, Simatai, and Shanhaiguan, but we only recommend these if you are visiting the Great Wall for a second time or planning a multi-day, in-depth Great Wall tour.

Great Wall Hiking and Camping

Due to its original purpose as a military defense, almost all sections of Great Wall were built on mountain ranges and thus involve some challenging climbs and uneven stairs, including the well-restored sections. If you are visiting a restored section but hike to the end of the renovated part, you will be able to see the unrestored part of the Great Wall.

For most visitors, Mutianyu and Jinshanling offer good, medium difficulty hikes, while still being very safe. For those looking for a serious hike along wild, unrestored portions of the Wall, we suggest the Jinshanling to Jinshanling East, or Gubeikou to Jinshanling routes. All these routes boast both unrestored and picturesque renovated sections of the Wall. However, please be aware that hikes along wild, unrestored parts of the Great Wall involve many steep climbs and loose bricks, and can be very dangerous in some places. (People can no longer hike through from Jinshanling to Simatai since the route was closed years ago.)

Camping on the Great Wall is usually banned, especially on the renovated sections. If you want to spend a night sleeping on the Great Wall, we can take you to a watchtower on the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall to experience the life of an ancient soldier and catch amazing sunrise/sunset views over the Wall.

Best Time to Visit

For all sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, the spring months (April to June) offer temperate weather and are great for climbing. In late April to early May, many trees begin to blossom, making this a particularly beautiful period to visit the Wall. Fall is also a nice time to visit, as temperatures are usually comfortable. October to early November are particularly picturesque, as the tree leaves on the mountains begin to change color. The winter months, from December to February, are cold and can be windy, but there are usually far fewer tourists on the Wall during these months. July and August are hot and humid, and thus not the best for long hikes. In addition, it's best to avoid hiking on the Wall after rain or snowfall because some parts can get very slippery.

You should also avoid visiting the popular sections, such as Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu, around National Day (the first week in October) and Spring Festival. August is also a busy time for the Badaling and Juyongguan sections, since students are on summer vacation and many families travel to these famous sections with their kids before the new school year starts. Learn more about how to avoid the crowds when traveling in China.

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This is Cleveland!

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Having a kid changes everything. Especially traveling.

Now that you've got a family in tow, you're in need of fun family-friendly experiences that get those little brain juices running, giggles a' flowing and pictures that will have Grandma jonesing for more.

And, chances are, you don't have the time, patience or extra cash lying around to gamble on attractions that may not be fit for the fam.

So, in no particular order, check out these 15 year-round kid-friendly experiences in The Land.

*Before visiting, please be sure to check each location's website for the most up-to-date information on operating hours and procedures.

There are zoos. And, then there's the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo & Rainforest - 183 acres filled with more than 2,000 animals representing 600 species from six continents. Don't miss the Rosebrough Tiger Passage, a totally renovated sanctuary in which you'll come within inches of Amur tigers who'll literally walk above your head (yikes stripes!), as well as the Asian Highlands exhibit with snow leopards, red pandas and takins.

Not many destinations can boast a national park just minutes outside of a major city, but Cleveland can. All aboard the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, offering rides on its vintage rails through 33,000 acres of Mother Nature's finest. In warmer months, enjoy biking on the Ohio & Erie Canalway Towpath Trail. Take advantage of the Railroad's "Bike Aboard" program, allowing you to ride the train in one direction, then bike back to where you started.

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Inside this historic mansion along Euclid Avenue is a brand-new children's museum perfect for kiddos up to age 8. While inside this multi-sectioned museum, check out Adventure City, a two-story city-themed playground, featuring a market, construction site, garage and the kind of climbing opportunities kids live for. It's like a game of House...on steroids.

Whether they're still in diapers or preparing for prom, kids of all ages (ahem ... adults, too) can get that OMG-look-at-that-shark's-teeth experience inside the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. CLE's historic Powerhouse building is home to more than 5,000 sea creatures and the nation's largest underwater walk-through viewing tube.

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Do you just know in your heart that Junior is the next Einstein? Put him to test at the Great Lakes Science Center, where his hair will stand on end, he'll make shadow photographs, play with pulleys and even help make things explode - all in the name of science.

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Amazingly, the Cleveland Museum of Natural History isn't just about all those really cool dinosaur bones. You've got to make a show at the Shafran Planetarium, which will blow your kids' minds with a digitally projected night sky that'll teach them about the universe. Afterward, make way for the totally interactive outdoor wildlife center featuring bald eagles, foxes, bobcats, coyotes and other live animals.

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In between exploring the numerous gardens at the CBG, make a stop at the institution's two indoor glasshouses. Kids will go absolutely bonkers inside the rainforest glasshouse, where hundreds of butterflies - many of which land right on your shoulders - flutter freely around the gorgeous interior. Added bonus: Make mudpies, observe honeybees and search the pond for frogs and turtles in The Hershey Children's Garden.

You can legit hand-milk an actual dairy cow at this agriculturally focused science and cultural center. Crazy, right? Other activities perfect for city slicker (or suburb slicker) kids include wagon rides, wheat grinding and the opportunity to meet the farm's pigs, sheep, goats, llamas, alpacas, chickens and those adorable miniature horses.

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With kids, factoring weather into your travel plans is such a pain. So, don't do it. Head west of Cleveland to Sandusky, Ohio, home to family-friendly indoor waterparks like Great Wolf Lodge and Castaway Bay. The oh-so-excellent bonus is that they offer an all-in-one experience so that you can swim, play, eat and stay overnight in one location.

Cleveland's got sports fans covered, too. Experience the above-the-rim theatrics and pyrotechnics of a Cleveland Cavaliers game, run the bases and partake in plenty of kids' activities with the Cleveland Indians or give the Dawg Pound your best "WOOF WOOF WOOF" while cheering on the Cleveland Browns. Whatever the season, you're going to have fun.

Looking to burn off that seemingly endless energy your kid's been storing up in the backseat of your minivan all day? Swings-N-Things offers year-round fun like a huge indoor playground, mini bowling, video games and air hockey. If it's nice out there's go-karts, bumper boats and mini golf. Need to take the edge off? Try the new Inside the Park TapRoom and WineBar.

Get this: there's a money tree you can visit at the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland. Before you book your ticket on a space voyage with Elon Musk, we should tell you it's actually an educational exhibit inside the Learning Center and Money Museum that teaches kids about money and currency. (Sorry to crush your dreams.)

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Here's a quick and easy way to become the Best. Parent. EVER. Take 'em to b.a. Sweeties Candy Company, a massive candy warehouse featuring 400,000 pounds of different types of candy from classic Snickers bars to chocolate-covered crickets. Better still, this massive candy kingdom includes Sweeties Golfland Park - a candy-themed miniature golf course and soda shop with make-your-own sundaes - just down the road.

Cleveland wears an emerald necklace. No, it's not because we're so fancy (but thank you for noticing), it's our nickname for the Cleveland Metroparks - 23,000 acres of greenspace encircling the city. Warmer weather brings hiking, biking, fishing, swimming and paddle boarding at its 18 reservations. In wintertime, experience toboggan chutes, sledding and snowshoeing. Did I mention there are lots and lots of playgrounds?

So, your kid probably isn't psyched to hear she's going to a history center. Instead, tell her she's going to ride the historic Euclid Beach carousel, check out airplanes and cars from eras past and learn to cook over a fire, hearth, range and microwave oven. While they're busy doing all that, you'll be exploring the fascinating history of Northeast Ohio.

A Snail-Mail Surprise

Who are you going to ask for the inside scoop on your visit to Cleveland? That guy outside the convenience store or the destination experts? Request to receive an Official Visitors Guide (yes, a real glossy publication featuring all things Cleveland) sent to your home or office here.

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Having a kid changes everything. Especially traveling. Now that you've got a family in tow, you're in need of fun family-friendly experiences that get those little brain juices running, giggles a' flowing and pictures that will have Grandma jonesing for more.

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Stumped? Try These Sites!

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With a new school year underway, there are many exciting events ahead for you and your child. And then, there are some events you might not be looking forward to - like deciphering your child's math homework! As new concepts and strategies are being taught, it may feel like you have no idea how to help your child. While I love math and teaching it, math homework can still be a tricky part of my own family's nightly routine.

These five websites below are my go-to for resources, worksheets, and games.

1. Learn Zillion:This video-based website teaches math concepts in short, student-centered lessons. You can search a concept and watch different videos that will teach you and your child how to understand math ideas and strategies. The videos are very child friendly! Recommended for 2 nd grade and up.

2. K-5 Math Teaching Resources:I love this website! It's full of games and activities for each math standard that allow you and your child to better understand different topics being taught in the classroom. There are different categories to choose from: number sense, geometry, and measurement and data. Click on the activity or game that will help practice different mathematical concepts. Recommended for Kindergarten through 5 th grade.

3. Khan Academy:Khan Academy focuses on interactive videos and practice exercises that support your child's learning at her own pace. The activities are simple enough for your child to do on her own but also challenging enough to push her to learn more. Recommended for Kindergarten and up.

4. NCTM Illuminations: This site is an incredible resource for teachers, parents, and students. There are lessons, interactive games, and brainteasers that are all helpful with homework and extra practice at home. Recommended for PreK and up.

5. K 5 Learning: K 5 Learning is a wonderful parent-support for math help at home. It offers online support and numerous printable worksheets to support you and your child's learning at home. There are even parent progress reports if you chose to assess your child's progress. Recommended for Kindergarten through 5 th grade.

Keep these resources on hand when math homework starts to get tricky. They can be a great support to both you and your child!
MORE: Math Printables & Worksheets for All Ages

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5 Resources for Parents Who Are Stumped by Math Homework

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A math teacher's go-to list of websites to help you - and your child - decipher tricky math concepts.

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Online Safety for Kids!

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At the Carnegie Cyber Academy, cadets complete several training missions in Cyberspace that equip them with the skills they need to be good cybercitizens and Cyber Defenders of the Internet.

The safety and security of our cadets is our top priority. Cadets in training at the Academy are uploaded to a secure section of Cyberspace within the Academy's firewall for their training missions, and our dedicated staff maintains the defenses with the utmost care and security.

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The Academy's selection process is based on aptitude, attitude, eagerness to learn, and commitment to teamwork. To register for the Academy, click here.

The Carnegie Cyber Academy was founded by renowned Cyber Defenders Captain Wits and Captain Marbles in 1995. Prominent figures even when the Internet was still Arpanet (1969), the two captains witnessed the Internet go public and the problems caused by Cyber Villains grow very quickly.

The two visionaries realized a need for an elite force of defenders of the Internet, and thus founded the Academy.

The first class of Cyber Defenders graduated from the Academy in 1996.

Commander Omni took over the Academy from Captain Wits in 2001 and continues to train each class of cadets with the aid of the Cyber Defense Force.

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About the Academy - The Carnegie Cyber Academy - An Online Safety site and Games for Kids

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At the Carnegie Cyber Academy, cadets complete several training missions in Cyberspace that equip them with the skills they need to be good cybercitizens and Cyber Defenders of the Internet. The safety and security of our cadets is our top priority.

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Math, Reading, & Games!

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Give Your Mind A Workout!

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Practice addition, multiplication, fractions and algebraic reasoning with our popular math games. Discover fun learning games kids love to play.

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Learn Math At Home!

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Stellarium Web is a planetarium running in your web browser. It shows a realistic star map, just like what you see with the naked eye, binoculars or a telescope.

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