Independent Activities for Students

While families are practicing social distancing at home, avoiding boredom is a special challenge, especially as we try to manage screen time (link).

I will use this blog entry to share fun activities that students can (mostly) do independently. I will update this page over time, so be sure to check back. The resources I'll share are from self-identified kid-friendly sources, but I recommend previewing material.

Big Life Journal (link)

At Big Life Journal, we create engaging resources that help kids develop a growth and resilient mindset so they can face life’s challenges with confidence.

Free Printables Every Friday (link)

10 INDOOR SCAVENGER HUNTS FOR KIDS (link)

Scavenger hunts are so easy to customize, too! Once you’ve run through our list, you can make up your own ideas just by a little change in tactics. Scavenger hunts for kids don’t have to be complicated, they just have to be fun!

It's very easy to create a list of various items for students to find. You could have them find 5 things in the house that are each from different state. They could find 5 things that begin with the letter T and are each a different color. Etc.

Cosmic Kids Yoga - YouTube (link)

Yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed specially for kids aged 3+, used in schools and homes all over the world.

Art for Kids Hub - YouTube (link)

Welcome to our family YouTube channel, Art For Kids Hub! We love doing art together and hope you follow along with us. Many of our lessons are perfect for any age, all you need is a few supplies!

Make Beliefs Comix (link)

Empowering you to express your ideas and stories in comics!