Daily Plan
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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!
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Lesson
grade 3
Plant Adaptations
Compare and contrast two separate informational texts about plants with unique adaptations for survival.
Activity
grades K–5
Design a Treasure Hunt
Write five creative clues that will lead someone to a treasure. Do it outside if you can!
Take a screen break
Flower Safari
Activity
grades 3–5
Write and Perform
Write an original rap, song or spoken word poem with friends, family members or by yourself. Practice your performance.
Website/App
Preschool–grade 5
Safe Streaming Service for Kids
Sensical is a new, free streaming service for kids age 2–10. Families will find thousands of entertaining and educational videos featuring characters and creators that children love!
Website/App
grades 3–12
African American Oral Histories
Get lost in this gold mine of in-depth and highly accessible video interviews and biographies of notable African American people.
Activity
grades 5–7
Find Pi Everywhere
Discover the magical mathematical nature of pi. All you'll need is a circular object, some string, and scissors.
Article/Ebook
grades 5–6
Speak, Fido
Read this article about new, high-tech vests being developed to help service dogs communicate with people. Then consider some other potential uses for this technology.
Audio
grades 5–12
George
Listen to this tender tale about a transgender girl in the fourth grade. Free on Hoopla with a library card.
Take a screen break
Create Your Own Country, City, or Neighborhood
Video
grades 3–5
Sharks: The Real Story
When you think about sharks, are you scared or excited? Learn about different kinds of sharks and what makes them unique.
Video
grades 3–12
Work Out with a Paralympian
Join four-time Paralympian Rudy Garcia-Tolson for this 34-minute, full-body workout. Note you'll need a couple of common household items, so preview the workout first.
Lesson
grades 1–6
A Truly Creative Curriculum
Move and create along with these high-energy video lessons that are sure to tap into your inner artist, writer, and performer.
Worksheet
grades 3–7
How Much Soda Do You See?
Use your estimation skills to take your best, math-based guess about how many packs of soda make up the menorah.
Worksheet
grades 4–5
The Celebration of Kwanzaa
Read about Kwanzaa's history and meaning in the passage, and then do some research to learn more.
Activity
Preschool–grade 12
Bask in the Glow
It can be hard to get enough sunlight in winter, which can make people feel depressed. Make sure to get outside on sunny days and soak up some of those rays!
Take a screen break
Think Like a Computer
Website/App
grades 3–12
African American Oral Histories
Get lost in this gold mine of in-depth and highly accessible video interviews and biographies of notable African American people.
Website/App
Preschool–grade 5
Safe Streaming Service for Kids
Sensical is a new, free streaming service for kids age 2–10. Families will find thousands of entertaining and educational videos featuring characters and creators that children love!
Activity
grades 3–5
Making Strong Passwords
Decide which passwords are strongest. Get one or more family members together to help.
Lesson
grades 3–8
Tangram Puzzle
Play this ancient game, where you create different shapes and figures, using just seven geometric tiles. There are 40 interactive puzzles to choose from.
Worksheet
grades 1–3
What Does Winter Mean to You?
Use this writing prompt to reflect on what winter means to you and how you know when winter has arrived.
Activity
grades 1–5
Kindness Rocks!
Write inspiring notes on rocks and leave them for your friends, family, or community to find.
Take a screen break
DIY Putt-Putt
Activity
grades 3–12
Healthy Meals Remix
Choose three of your family's favorite meals, and see if there's an even healthier spin you can put on them. More veggies? Less salt? Try your new recipe!
Website/App
grades 3–12
African American Oral Histories
Get lost in this gold mine of in-depth and highly accessible video interviews and biographies of notable African American people.
Activity
Preschool–grade 8
Family Conversation Sparks
Add these conversation starters to a jar and choose one to spark thoughtful discussions. Try one during family meals, in the car, or at bedtime!
Activity
grades 3–8
Origami Boxes
Learn the Japanese art of paper folding and make your very own origami box. Decorate the paper before folding to add a personal touch!
Audio
grades 4–6
You Go First
Enjoy this story of two middle school kids, separated by geography, who bond by playing Scrabble online. Free on Hoopla with a library card.
Activity
Preschool–grade 3
A Twist on Hide-and-Seek
Hide an object in plain sight, then have your family members look for it. When they find it, listen for the silly catchphrase.
Take a screen break
Wrap Around the World
Activity
grades K–5
Fast Feet Tennis Drill
Practice your speed and agility as you dodge imaginary tennis balls.
Website/App
Preschool–grade 5
Safe Streaming Service for Kids
Sensical is a new, free streaming service for kids age 2–10. Families will find thousands of entertaining and educational videos featuring characters and creators that children love!
Video
grades 5–7
Who You're Talking to Online
One of the great things about online games and social media is connecting with others, but it's important to do so safely and responsibly.
Activity
grades 3–5
Use Legos to Learn Math
Got some Lego bricks lying around? Use them to learn and practice some simple math concepts.
Audio
grades 3–7
Warriors
Listen to the first book in this adventure series about fantasy cats and their elaborate worlds. Free on Hoopla with a library card.
Website/App
grades 5–12
Outwit Your Friends
Play this trivia bluffing game with the whole family or connect with others over video chat.
Take a screen break
Guess the Animal
Article/Ebook
grades 3–6
Telling Stories Without Words
Take a closer look at what it's like to be a photojournalist, and read what one photojournalist has to say about her job.
Video
grades 3–5
Sharks: The Real Story
When you think about sharks, are you scared or excited? Learn about different kinds of sharks and what makes them unique.
Activity
grades 3–8
Help Out
Ask an adult how you can help for 15 minutes. Or set a timer and find something to clean, wipe, or put away until the alarm sounds.
Interactive
grades 3–5
Building Blocks
Learn about area and perimeter in this interactive. Sizes and shapes: How do they all relate? Start exploring, then challenge yourself in a game.
Audio
grades 3–7
Evil Spy School
Explore the Spy School series with this fun, action-packed sequel. Free on Hoopla with a library card.
Activity
grades K–5
Draw Your Feelings
Find some markers and paper and turn your emotions into art. What color is joy? Sadness? Boredom? Love?
Take a screen break
Impersonate Your Favorite Personality
Website/App
Preschool–grade 5
Safe Streaming Service for Kids
Sensical is a new, free streaming service for kids age 2–10. Families will find thousands of entertaining and educational videos featuring characters and creators that children love!
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.
Video
grades 3–7
Sally Ride, American Astronaut
Learn about Sally Ride and her incredible journey to become the first American woman astronaut to fly in space.
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