STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Biogen-MIT Biotech in Action: Virtual Summer Lab
A virtual lab project that runs throughout the summer. Designed to foster a passion for science, the program accepts students from lower income households and groups historically underrepresented in science and provides them with the opportunity to meet and interact with Biogen employees and get an inside view of a biotech company
Recommended Ages: All
Computer Science and Mathematics Programs
Juni offers both computer science and mathemtics classes. Juni Mathematics is built for middle and high schoolers who want to reinforce and get ahead in mathematics. The computer science core curriculum covers the programming languages Python and Java, with additional coding courses offered in web programming and app development (HTML, CSS, and Javascript).
$179 - $450 per student, per month
Recommended Grades: 2-12
Reading & Writing
Scholastic Summer Read-a-Palooza
This free program unites communities in a nationwide campaign that celebrates reading for fun while improving access to books during the summer. For 2020, we are excited to share a brand new kids experience in Scholastic Home Base, a free digital destination which offers full books, live events, and games in a safe community for readers! Kids will be encouraged to track their reading streaks™ to earn rewards and unlock book donations, with the goal of donating 100,000 books by July!
May 4, 2020 - September 4, 2020
Recommended Ages: 5-12
Free Stories on Audible
Right now, kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across eight different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, learning, and just being kids.
All stories are free to stream on your desktop, laptop, phone or tablet.
Recommended Ages: All
Camp BOOK IT!
Free, digital, parent-led summer reading program to reward your child's reading all summer long. BOOK IT! motivates children to read by rewarding their reading accomplishments with praise, recognition and pizza.
June 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020
Recommended Ages: 5-12
Marine Biology & Science
Learning at home from the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Guided activities for parents, caregivers and educators to support children’s learning at home from the Monterey Bay Aquarium
June 1, 2020 - August 1, 2020
Recommended Ages: All
Tutoring
Revolution Prep
Provides families with the perfect tutor to boost scores and build confidence
Recommended Grades: 9-12
Internships
BridgeConnect
A platform that connects the talented individuals to innovative companies
Recommended Grades: 9-12
Arts
What's Your Sanctuary?
Calling all art lovers: the Aga Khan Museum invites you to help create a new digital art display charting how people in our community have found sanctuary during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Recommended Ages: All
Free Downloadable Packs with Stories and Crafts
Downloadable content for ages 0-12 years. Pick your age and then colour, craft and get creative stories and fun content.
Recommended Ages: ECD through 8th Grade
Get Crafty with Crayola!
Join Craft Box Girls by Lynn Lilly every Tuesday at 1pm ET as show shows you fun and easy crafts you can make at home with your kids! For more ideas or info visit crayola.com/athome
June 16, 2020 - August 25, 2020
Recommended Ages: All
Arm & Hammer Summer Camp
From the science of baking to the art of slime-making, Arm & Hammer Summer Camp brings to life kid-friendly recipes, crafts and science experiments through daily playlists that empower kids to learn and create
July 27, 2020
Recommended Ages: 4-12
Knitting Tutorial
Make a quick and easy scarf for your doll using loopy yarn
Recommended Ages: All
Candle Making
Who doesn't love decorating their home or apartment with a beautiful candle? They add warmth and light to every space and just generally make your home feel cozier. The only problem? They don't last forever and can be a little pricey. But the great part is you can make them yourself really easily with a few supplies and a little bit of know-how.
Recommended Ages: All
Learn to Crochet
Crochet is making a huge comeback in the handicraft world, there’s great mental health benefits to a craft like crochet. It’s relaxing, mindful, meditative, stress relieving and builds self esteem as you learn the craft and you complete your creations. There are many studies that show how crochet is beneficial for those with anxiety, depression or insomnia. Check out this site to get a tutorial!
Recommended Ages: All
Learn to Make Soap from Scratch
If you’re a DIYer who enjoys crafting or making your own cosmetics, like hair masks or body scrub, you might be tempted to try your hand at making hand, bath, or decorative soap, especially if your favorite bars are currently sold out or hard to come by. The soap you make won't kill germs, but it will certainly wash them away as well as any other bar soap you might buy. And while it seems simple enough, according to the experts, making soap from scratch is a serious endeavor that requires more than just a few kitchen tools and some basic skills. Check out this site for a great tutorial.
Recommended Ages: All
Origami for Kids
Grab a stack of origami paper and get ready to do some folding, because we’ve discovered your next crafting obsession. With a few cuts and folds, you can create owls, flowers, cranes and frogs—these paper crafts will blow your mind
Recommneded Ages: All
Test Prep
Free ACT Prep Class
The ACT Prep Class is designed to prepare students to take the ACT by equipping them with skills and test-taking strategies to improve their score. The class will cover content and strategies for English, Math, Reading, Science, and the optional essay
Recommended Grades: 9-12
Free SAT Prep Class
The SAT Prep Class is designed to prepare students to take the SAT by equipping them with skills and test-taking strategies to improve their score. The course will cover content and strategies for Reading, Writing, Math, and the optional essay.
Recommended Grades: 9-12
Various Subjects
Khan Academy
Created by experts, Khan Academy’s library of trusted, standards-aligned practice and lessons covers math K-12 through early college, grammar, science, history, AP®, SAT®, and more. It’s all free for learners and teachers.
Recommended Grades: K-12
HSPP
A multi-weekend program where hundreds of middle/high schoolers come to take classes, both academic and non-academic, at MIT
July 11, 2020 - August 15, 2020
$40
Recommended Grades: 6-12
The Stock Market Game
Connect students to the global economy with virtual investing and real-world learning
Recommended Ages: All
Free Science, Math and English lessons
Daily consistent and coherent Eureka Math®, Wit & Wisdom®, and PhD Science® video lessons, organized by grade and module and delivered by experienced teachers
May 1, 2020 - August 31, 2020
Recommended Grades: K-12
Cooking with Kids
From basic chopping to tossing pizza dough, there are plenty of fun ways to get kids involved in the cooking process. And the bonus? If they make it, they are more likely to eat it! Check out this article for great tips and videos on cooking with your kids.
Recommended Grades: All
Hands-on Activites and Projects to do with your Kids
Four different five-day sessions of hands-on activities, content & projects you can enjoy with your kids
Recommended Ages: 3+
Harvard Graduate School of Education Resources for Raising Caring and Ethical Children
Harvard Graduate School of Education's Making Caring Common Project is offering activities, tips, resource lists, discussion guides, and more to help you raise caring and ethical children who are concerned about others and the common good
Recommended Grades: All
Health and Wellness
Get Summer 2020 YMCA Challenge
Get Summer 2020 "Watch and Learn" is an opportunity for teens, ages 13-18, to learn and apply new personal development skills and begin planning for their future. Videos will begin airing June 20 through August 15! Students who register and complete each challenge, will earn a YMCA certificate of completion, a reference letter, 20 hours of community leadership and will be entered in a raffle to win amazing prizes.
June 20, 2020 - August 15, 2020
Recommended Ages: 13-18
