Gem of the week

This free website will give kiddo's minds a real workout - but a good workout like from an exciting game of tag. We focus on the puzzles category for now. Don't be fooled by the cuteness of these games - they take real concentration, strategy and problem solving to beat. The best part is, the kids will work all those mental muscles and still ask for more. Kids probably have to be at least at 2nd grade level to have a fighting chance - but maybe your kindergartner will shock you with their genius so let them try.

Delight in the joy of this Youtube channel generously sharing free tutorials that gives kids crafting skills that will leave Cupid himself in awe. With dozens of videos at varying levels of difficulty, everyyone from 3 to 103 can find the perfect craft, card or just cool stuff for not just Valentine's day, but for just about any holiday. The crafts mosly only require everyday items like paper, scissors, glue, markers disposable plates, etc that you probably have already.

Snow days are the perfect time to get your STEAM on! MooMooMath.com Happy New Year Folks! This resource comes from a math and science teacher who has spent years tutoring…

Fear not, for behold is edutainment for winter break! Ology (by American Museum of Natural History) Folks, we're wrapping up the year with a rare find - a gem that…

Podcasts are a well-earned getaway for eyes The Cat in the Hat Cast With The Cat in the Hat as the host, this podcast is whimsy - it brings you…

Kids’ creations you'll actually want to display! Createful Kids YouTubeand on YouTubeKids This encore gem is gets two birds with one stone - keep the kids busy and free holiday…

Legends and myths are life lessons disguised as entertainment :) Greeking Out Podcast This encore gem is coming just in time for those long holiday car rides. The podcast features…

Kids' art you'll actually want to hang up :) Awesomely Crafty YouTube Channel This free channel is so nice, we had to say it twice. There are dozens of videos…

This free resource turns spelling practice into fun the kids actually want to do. The free tier has several dozen games that will bring out a kid’s competitive streak.  There is also a paid tier that has even more variety.

This podcast doesn’t lie when they say ‘We consider it our business to recognize a few folks you may not know’. (Btw, they also said, ‘the past is vast and wild’) You’d be surprised about the wonderous people and events from recent history that you haven’t the foggiest about. Your kids will love it and will definitely be much more interesting than you as they listen and learn about all these events.   As podcasts go, this is one everyone from grade 1 and above can enjoy and go ‘Wow, I didn’t know that!’  You can get it anywhere you get your podcasts and at this nifty free link.