PARTNERING WITH PARENTS
Podcasts
Podcasts can be used to teach kids about science, history, and culture. They provide an opportunity for children to develop their reading comprehension and vocabulary skills by listening to stories that are told uniquely; they also introduce them to diverse topics. Podcasts are an excellent resource for children of all ages. They’re a fun way to learn new things and can help kids improve their reading comprehension and vocabulary. If you still need to start listening to podcasts with your child, now’s the time.
Discovery Mountain
Discovery Mountain is a dramatized audio program where listeners experience adventure, mystery, camp fire songs and, most importantly, get to know Jesus.
Real Cool History for Kids
Amazing stories from history, told from a Biblical perspective.
Whose Amazing Life?
Walk in the shoes of the world’s most inspiring people, from Amelia Earhart to Lin-Manuel Miranda to Ariana Grande. Experience the challenges and triumphs they faced on their journeys — before everyone on the planet knew their names. Listen closely for clues, because we won’t reveal who the person is until the very end of each episode!
TV Shows
There are many "good shows" out there. Here is a short but ever growing list of some we like.
Superbook
Superbook teaches children timeless moral truths and life lessons through the captivating, Bible-based adventures of two time-traveling children and their robot friend. Travel back with Chris, Joy, and Gizmo and get ready for the journey of a lifetime!
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Wild Kratts
A live-action/Flash-animated educational children's television series. If your child loves animals, they will love this show!
Super Why
Four fairytale friends go on magical adventures and become reading-powered superheroes. The characters live in Storybook Village, which is accessible through a panel that is represented by an invisible question mark. Children follow the Super Readers as they jump into books that come to life.
Websites / Apps
The internet has so many websites out there and it's hard to know the good from the bad...or just narrow down all the good ones. Here is a short list for you...with more always coming.
Art Hub
Easy drawing lessons perfect for kids.
Go Noodle
Fun videos and interactive activities designed to encourage movement.
ABCMouse
You do have to pay for this subscription but if you are wanting fun, educational screen time, this is the website/app for you.
Libby
The library reading app. Free ebooks and audiobooks.
Epic
Get unlimited access to 40,000 of the best books, audiobooks, videos, & more for kids 12 and under.
Kahn Academy Kids
Learn how to read with fun story books and phonics games, trace letters and practice writing with playful learning activities. Discover math facts and numbers with colorful characters.
Miscellaneous
A variety of different websites/companies you may find beneficial.
Award-winning, educational games that are fun for the whole family!
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