Daily Plan
Today's activity selections
Video
grades 3–5
Calculating Area and Perimeter
Learn a couple methods for figuring out the perimeter and area of a rectangle in this sci-fi-themed video.
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Activity
grades K–5
Wrap Around the World
Use a basketball or another object and see how many times you can pass it around your waist without it touching your body.
Activity
grades 1–5
Create an Award for Yourself
What's something special about you? What makes you great? It could be anything! Design an award for that thing, and write up the recognition letter.
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10 Penny Pickup
Activity
grades K–6
Create a Cutout Figure
Create along with this video that'll show you how to create a cutout, draw, and color a portrait of someone you know.
Activity
grades 1–12
Step Back and Play
Toss a ball around a circle. Every time it makes it back to the beginning, take one step back and start again.
Activity
grades 3–5
Tricky Pictures: Get the Facts
Some people change the pictures they post online. How can you tell what's real? Slow down and use your critical-thinking skills to get the facts.
Website/App
grades 1–12
CK-12 (For Students)
Choose a subject and specific topic to practice or learn some math, science, or social studies.
Video
grades 1–8
The Importance of Setting
Discover the deliberate choices behind settings and how they create moods and themes as well as influence characters and plots.
Video
grades 1–5
Little Lunch
Take a trip Down Under to visit some kids during their morning recess in this mockumentary-style comedy for kids.
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Chalk Bomb
Video
grades K–3
Home Garden Tour
Join Ms. Alejandra on a tour of her home's garden in Los Angeles. How does her garden compare with others you've seen?
Activity
grades 1–5
Work Out Like a Jedi
Use the force of your muscles to do these Star Wars-character-inspired exercises.
Lesson
grades 3–5
Augusta Savage: Harlem Renaissance Artist
Delve into the extraordinary life, achievements, and art of sculptor and gallerist Augusta Savage, who was a key part of the Harlem Renaissance.
Interactive
grades 1–3
Odd Mysteries
Become an Odd Squad agent and use math to find the mysterious creatures.
Worksheet
grades 3–4
Recipe Poems
Cook up some creative writing with this fun poetry activity. What's your recipe for Family? How about for School Holiday?
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Community Cleanup
Interactive
grades 1–5
Penguin Paths with Math
Help penguins migrate across glaciers with math. Practice percents, fractions, and more in this game. Play the estimation activity underneath to extend your learning.
Activity
grades K–5
Tree ID
Try to identify as many trees as you can around your neighborhood. What is unique about the bark or leaves? Which type of tree is your favorite?
Video
grades 3–8
African Drumming
Explore the influential history of African drumming, and try out some of the key techniques. Click through and watch the other videos.
Interactive
grades 1–4
Mystery Number
Use greater-than and lesser-than clues to find the right number.
Video
grades 2–5
Advice from a Favorite Author
Listen to the author of Click, Clack, Moo talk about her writing process and what to do when you feel like you have nothing to write about.
Activity
grades 3–6
Your Hero Writes You a Response Letter
Imagine your hero responded to a letter you wrote them. What might they say?
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Sort and Fold
Activity
grades K–5
Food Prep
Make a snack or meal to share. Beginner chefs may want to make sandwiches or prepare a snack plate or fruit salad. Ready for a challenge? Make a family favorite for dinner, or try something new.
Video
grades 3–12
1620: America Beyond Thanksgiving — Who Sailed on the Mayflower
Then men and women aboard the Mayflower were very different from one another, but they managed to bond together through immense challenges to form Plymouth Colony.
Activity
grades K–5
Silly Bean Game
Watch these short instructions on how to play the game Beans on Toast. See how many new "bean" rules you can come up with.
Video
grades K–5
Playing Card Math Games
Learn these math games that only require a deck of cards. Play with a brother, sister, or family member to test your skills.
Activity
grades 3–8
Media Matters
Write down your favorite things to watch, read, or listen to. Why do you like each of them? Do they all share a common theme?
Video
Preschool–grade 3
It's Never Too Early to Talk About Justice
Listen to this story about racial inequities told in a way that's easy to understand and encourages action.
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Kick It
Activity
grades 3–12
Home Workout with Jerome Williams
Wide Open School Exclusive: Get court-ready with NBA legend Jerome Williams in this workout series covering fundamentals from jumping jacks to burpees.
Video
grades 4–8
Women Solving Wonders
Watch this video to learn about the women who made space travel possible. What were the calculations that helped America advance in the space race?
Video
grades 3–5
Keeping Games Fun and Friendly
Find out how to stay positive and have fun while playing online games, and help others do the same.
Lesson
grades K–6
A Snail's Pace
Play this game and see which snail will win the race. Use mental addition, probability, and patterns to move your snail to the finish line!
Video
grades 3–12
Writers Speak to Kids: Nick Bruel
Nick Bruel, author and illustrator of the "Bad Kitty" series, discusses how he knew he wanted to be a writer and what he likes best about writing picture books.
Activity
grades K–5
Simple Stretches
Get ready for your day with these arm and leg stretches.
Take a screen break
Prepare a Puzzle
Interactive
grades 3–8
Visit the Vatican
Wander the richly decorated halls of this unique holy city-state—completely free of crowds!
Video
grades K–12
Tour the International Space Station
Join astronaut Suni Williams on a guided tour of daily life inside the International Space Station.
Video
grades K–5
So Fresh and So Clean
Say hello to good hygiene with this video that explains how getting clean isn't just about looking good but feeling well.
Lesson
grades 2–6
Which One Holds More?
Grab two sheets of paper and create two different-size cylinders. Predict which one will hold more Legos, beads, or other objects of your choice!
Activity
grades 2–5
Scavenger Hunt
Write five creative clues that will lead someone to a treasure. Do it outside if you can!
Activity
grades K–3
Hip Hop Patterns
Dance and learn about patterns at the same time with this catchy rap.
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Looking Forward
Video
grades K–5
How Do You Go to the Bathroom In Space?
Try not to giggle. This video answers the space question every kid (and maybe every adult) wants to know the answer to.
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Pass the Appreciation
Gather the family in a circle. Grab a ball or a pillow, toss it to someone, and say something you appreciate about them. Keep it going!
Activity
grades 3–5
Create a Stage for a Play
Learn the basics behind theatrical staging, then dream up a play or performance and create a model stage for it.
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