Local Resources for Learning, Enrichment, and Fun at Home
We are pleased to be able to gather together the following list of local virtual engagement experiences for our students and families to explore for fun when assigned school work is done. We are so fortunate to have an outstanding collection of local organizations that have expanded their own community outreach during this unprecedented time. We invite you to virtually explore our amazing community!
Cleveland Metroparks Virtual Classroom
Tune in each weekday to Cleveland Metroparks free Virtual Classroom on Facebook Live and learn about nature, discover native wildlife and see your favorite animals at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Monday through Friday at 11:00 AM, visit Cleveland Metroparks Zoo’s Facebook Page to join our biologists who are working to secure a future for wildlife at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. Then, at 1 p.m., visit Cleveland Metroparks Facebook Page to join our park naturalists as we explore the Emerald Necklace and look for early signs of spring, learn about the forest floor, birds and more. Virtual Classroom
Children’s Museum of Cleveland Virtual Programs
Learning doesn’t have to stop while the Museum is closed! Over the next few weeks, we will be sharing storytimes and programs online so that families can keep learning through play with us. Check-in with this page regularly for newly added videos and activities!
Children's Museum of Cleveland Virtual Programs
Great Lakes Science Center
Curiosity Corner Live will be accessible via the Science Center’s YouTube channel, with new content posted every weekday, including experiments you can do at home, exclusive content filmed at the science center, quizzes, games and more. Follow the science center on social media for announcements when new videos are posted and check out the debut video here.
Great Lakes Science Center
The Cleveland Orchestra
Find a comfortable space and focus with a daily Mindful Music Moment. Across Northeast Ohio, 20,000+ students in 54 schools start each day with calm and focus with our Mindful Music Moments — featuring recordings of The Cleveland Orchestra.
Mindful Music Moment with The Cleveland Orchestra
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Register at no cost for, a free digital learning platform that is full of resources and activities that use the power of rock & roll to engage students of all ages. Access lesson plans, artifact images and materials, videos, playlists and writing prompts all designed by the Rock Hall’s education staff. Rock Hall EDU
Cleveland Museum of Art
Let’s dive into the collection! Throughout the CMA’s closure, we’ll be featuring #mustcma objects and dedicating a day of social media content to them.
The Cleveland Museum of Art - Home
Northeast Ohio Family Fun- Virtual Playdates
We're lining up small businesses and organizations to lead us through daily 5-15 minute activities via video.
Introducing the Northeast Ohio Family Fun Virtual Playdates
NASA at Home
Launch rockets, solve challenges, do real NASA science and more. Our online activities and other content are engaging for kids, adults and the whole family. Be your own explorer at home – the universe is waiting.
NASA STEM @ Home For Students Grades K-4
PBS KIDS-WVIZ
PBS KIDS is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children through curriculum-based entertainment. PBS KIDS leverages the full spectrum of media and technology to build knowledge, critical thinking, imagination and curiosity. By involving parents, teachers, caregivers and communities as learning partners, PBS KIDS helps to empower children for success in school and in life. PBS KIDS
Beck Center for the Arts
Just because you're staying indoors, doesn't mean you have to stop making art! Your instructors are providing special #BeckAtHome videos and resources to continue your arts education while you're away from Beck Center classes!
Beck Center for the Arts - Home
BW Community Arts School
Links to virtual resources and free classes for kids and parents to help pass the time during the quarantine.
Art at Home with CAS | Everyone
Greater Cleveland Aquarium
Even though the Greater Cleveland Aquarium is closed currently as a COVID-19 precaution, the team wants everyone to know they will provide the same high level of care for the animals. Core staff members are on-site for feeding, cleaning and other critical activities. Check out what is happening here.
Greater Cleveland Aquarium - Home
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
While the Museum is closed to the public to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Wildlife Team is on-site working our regular schedule and making sure all animals continue to receive the highest quality care. Stay tuned to our social media channels for regular updates!
Cleveland Museum of Natural History - Home
Cuyahoga County Public Library
Parents - we know the struggle is real. That's why we took all of our favorite FREE library resources for kids and their adults and put them in one place. We're talking eBooks, movies, games, arts and crafts to keep them busy for hours. Enjoy!
Cuyahoga County Library-Kids & Teens
Additional Local Resources For Parents of Special Needs Kids
Connecting for Kids
Offering resources for talking to your special needs child about COVID-19 as well as virtual programs to keep your child busy during this stressful time.
Connecting For Kids-COVID-19
Milestones Autism Resources
Milestones provides autism strategies for life, offering guidance to get you through the day and help you plan for the future. We understand the challenges and needs of the autism community because we live it every day. We improve lives through education and evidence-based strategies for school, home, community and at work.
Coronavirus Q & A: Information for Families During This Stressful Time