With Hoosier students of all ages now learning from home in order to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, many organizations are offering free, online educational resources.
- The Indiana Department of Education has compiled a wide array of learning services ranging from early learning to dual-language, physical education, as well as resources for kids and families like PBS, the Smithsonian History Explorer and programs from the Kennedy Space Center.
The site also includes information regarding reduced-cost internet access and resources on how to explain coronavirus to children.
- The Cincinnati Zoo plans to live stream several animals and exhibits starting March 16, every week day at 3 p.m.
- You can visit the surface of Mars in a spectacular high-resolution, 360-degree photo tour, created from images captured by the Curiosity rover.
- Google Arts and Culture allows you to take a virtual field trip of more than 2,500 museums around the world. You can also use Google to access virtual tours of national parks in the U.S.
- TED-Ed has video lessons and series by top educators made into animated videos for kids.
- Audible announced a free Audible Stories website with audiobooks for children of all ages.
The continuation of education is important in times like these. For more resources on education and other COVID-19 frequently asked questions, visit indianasenaterepublicans.com/covid-19.
