Welcome to Our At-Home Virtual Resource Library!
Virtual field trips! Daily singalongs! Amazing websites! With so many incredible educational resources out there, it can be overwhelming to sift through them all. That’s why we’ve curated an extensive, easy-to-navigate Virtual Resource Library just for you.
Whether you’re looking for math games, engaging science experiments, art activities, or storytimes, we’ve organized the best online tools by subject and age group to make learning at home both fun and stress-free.
Our color-coded Google spreadsheet gives you quick access to a wide variety of free and premium resources designed for kids aged 1-12.
Whether you’re searching for interactive math games, engaging storytimes, movement exerciseslike Go Noodle, or creative apps like Procreate, we’ve put all the best ideas and tools for at-home learning in one convenient place.
Each resource is neatly sorted by subject to make it easy for you to find exactly what your child needs to stay entertained and learning. Plus, we’re constantly updating the Virtual Resource Library, so you’ll always have access to the latest and greatest educational activities.
👉 Access the Virtual Resource Library Here
Music & Movement Resources for Kids
Keep kids moving and entertained with these fun movement and music resources. From yoga sessions to interactive music tools, these activities will keep them active and engaged.
Movement
- Superstretch Yoga
- Go Noodle
- Cosmic Kids Yoga
- The Kids Should See This
- Arthur Family Health
- Dance Sweat Live
- PE With Joe
- ABC Exercise Challenge
Music
- Laurie Berkner “Queen of Kids’ Music”
- SmartMusic
- Dr. Selfridge Music
- Incredibox
- Chrome Music Lab
- Groove Pizza
Art / Creation Resources for Kids
Unleash creativity with these art and creation tools. Whether it’s drawing, coding, or virtual field trips to famous museums, these resources will keep young artists inspired.
Art & Creativity Tools
- ABCmouse (Free for 30 days, Ages 2-8)
- Ms. Jesi On Art
- Popplet
- DIY.org
- Animoto Video Maker
- Explain Everything
- Algodoo
- Minecraft
- Google Arts & Culture
- Procreate
- Scratch
- The Kids Should See This
- Hello Kids (Coloring Pages for Kids)
Coding
- Girls Who Code (Free)
Drawing Classes
Virtual Field Trips
Special Art Classes
- Art Teacher Cassie Stephens (Live M-F @ 11:00 CT, Videos from Week 1: Robot Week) YouTube
- Nick Bruel – Draw Bad Kitty, Create a Comic, Write Your Own Story Bad Kitty
Additional Art Resources
Podcasts / Audio Books for Kids
For kids who love stories and science, check out these fun and educational podcasts and audiobooks. Perfect for learning on the go!
- Story Nory
- Audible (K-12)
- Story Pirates
- Brains On!
- Story Collider
- WOW in the World
- Fun Kids Story Quest
- Simon’s Science Adventure Stories
- Fun Kids Science Weekly
- Listenwise
Math Resources for Kids
Math doesn’t have to be daunting! These resources make math fun and accessible for kids of all ages, from games and puzzles to curriculum-based learning tools.
- ABCmouse (Free for 30 days, Ages 2-8)
- Education.com (Free, K-5)
- Freckle.com (Free, K-12)
- Brainpop (Free, Ages K-12)
- ABCya (Ages preK-6)
- CK12 (Free, Grades 1-12)
- IXL.com
- Reflex Math
- K5learning.com (Free)
- Khan Academy (Free)
- Cool Math 4 Kids
- Starfall
- Dreambox (K-8, Free for 90 days)
- Zearn (K-5)
- Prodigy Games (Free, Grades 1-8)
- Numinds (Free)
- LearnZillion
- Oxford Owl (Free, Ages 3-11)
- Funbrain.com
- Math Playground
- Splash Learn
- Math Game Time
- Greg Tang Math
- HippoCampus (Free, Middle & High School)
- Mathscore
- Arcademics
- Bedtime Math
- Breakout EDU
Science Resources for Kids
Kids love to explore, and these science resources offer virtual tours, educational games, and engaging experiments to satisfy their curiosity. Plus, if you’re looking for hands-on learning, check out our post on 100 Easy Science Experiments For Kids To Do At Home.
- ABCmouse (Free for 30 days, Ages 2-8)
- CDC Solve The Outbreak Game
- Discovery Mind Blown (Free)
- Disney Nature Movies
- How Stuff Works
- Farm Food 360
- Mysteryscience.com (Free)
- Khan Academy (Free)
- Brainpop (Free, Ages K-12)
- National Geographic Kids (Free)
- Ted Talk For Kids (Free)
- CK12 (Free, Grades 1-12)
- IXL.com
- Skype A Scientist
- Wonderopolis
- Kids Discover
- Actively Learn
- Numinds (Free)
- Houston Children’s Museum Videos
- The Kids Should See This
- Nat’l Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Kids’ Page
- How To Smile
- HippoCampus (Free, Middle & High School)
- Steam Powered Families
- Back Pack Sciences
- Breakout EDU
- Club Sci Kids
- Kennedy Space Center Facebook Live
Nature & Animals/Zoo
- Lost Ladybug
- Sunflower Project
- Yellowstone National Park Virtual Tour
- 33 Virtual National Park Tours
- Switch Zoo
- San Diego Zoo
- Panda Cam at Zoo Atlanta
- Monterrey Bay Aquarium
- Georgia Aquarium
- Animal Cams at Houston Zoo
- Zoo View
- Cincinnati Zoo
- Ouwehand Park Polar Bear Cubs, Netherlands
- Pittsburgh Zoo
- Seaworld Orlando
- Explore Live Animal Cams
- Underwater Penguin Cam
Space
- The Real Surface Of Mars (Free)
- NASA Kids Club (Free)
- Storytime in Space (Free)
- Stellarium (Free)
- Space Foundation Discovery Center
- Amazing Space
- NASA Exoplanet Exploration (Age 8+)
- NASA Glenn Virtual Tours
Social Studies Resources for Kids
From virtual field trips to famous landmarks to interactive learning platforms, these social studies resources bring history and geography to life.
Virtual Field Trips
- Virtual Field Trips
- Mt. Vernon
- The Great Wall Of China
- Louvre Online Tour
- National Museum of the U.S. Air Force
- British Museum
- Revolutionary War Museum
News
- Newsela (Free) – Age-appropriate news articles with comprehension questions and extension activities.
- CNN10 (Free)
- Time for Kids (K-6)
Educational Platforms
- Khan Academy (Free)
- Virtual Museum Tours on Travel + Leisure
- KidCitizen
- One Globe Kids
- IXL
- Ted Talks For Kids (Free)
- Crash Course on YouTube (Free)
- iCivics
- Brainpop (Free, Ages K-12)
- Wonderopolis
- Kids Discover
- Actively Learn
- Smithsonian for Kids
- Oregon Trail
- National Women’s History Museum Online Exhibits
- HippoCampus (Free, Middle & High School)
Language Arts Resources for Kids
From reading tools to writing prompts and interactive storytimes, these language arts resources offer fun ways to boost literacy and writing skills.
Reading
- ABCmouse (Free for 30 days, Ages 2-8)
- Scholastic Learn at Home (Free)
- Epic Books
- Unite for Literacy
- ReadTheory
- IXL
- Storyline Online
- Vooks
- K12reader
- Brainpop (Free, Ages K-12)
- Raz-Kids
- ABCya (Ages preK-6)
- Milwaukee Public Library Digital
- Wonderopolis
- Phonics Hero
- Squiggle Park
- Actively Learn
- LightSail
- LearnZillion
- ReadWorks
- Oxford Owl (Free, Ages 3-11)
- HippoCampus (Free, Middle & High School)
- Seussville
- Arcademics
- PBS Reading
- StoryBird
- StarFall
- Breakout EDU
Storytimes
- Storytime From Space
- The Big List Of Children’s Authors Doing Read-Alouds
- Storytime with Jennifer Garner
- Pete The Cat Storytime
- Storytime with Olaf
- Storytime with Peter H. Reynolds (author of The Dot)
Writing
- Coronavirus Writing Prompts For Kids
- No Red Ink
- Oxford Owl (Free, Ages 3-11)
- ReadWriteThink
- Classroom Cereal
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At Milwaukee With Kids, we understand the challenges of finding high-quality, engaging activities for your children, especially when learning at home. That’s why we’ve built this comprehensive, color-coded resource library that covers every subject, ensuring you have the best tools at your fingertips.
Don’t forget to bookmark this page and check back often, as we’re continuously updating the Virtual Resource Library with new and exciting tools to keep your kids engaged, entertained, and learning.
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Calie Herbst, Editor-in-Chief of Milwaukee With Kids, has spent over a decade combining her experiences as a parent of three to create a hub for Milwaukee’s family adventures.
Her decade-long teaching career in Milwaukee Public Schools and academic background, including a Master’s in Teaching from Marquette University and dual B.A.s in Sociology and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin – Madison, fuel her passion for inclusive and engaging family content.
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