STEAM
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics. Discover resources to ensure your child gets a well-rounded education and is free to explore his or her curiosity to the outer limits and beyond!
The Learning Network
Reading and analyzing the newspaper with your child is a classic way for you both to develop critical reading skills and engage with the world around you. The Learnnig Network, a project of the NYTimes takes this to the next level! T Their web-site states: “Our mission is to offer rich and imaginative materials for teaching and learning using New York Times content. Every weekday we offer new educational resources based on the articles, photographs, videos, illustrations, podcasts and graphics published in The New York Times – all for free. We invite parents, teachers and students who are 13 and older to use our ideas and tools. We hope that through posting your comments you’ll become part of an ongoing conversation about teaching and learning.”
Khan Academy online classes
Khan Academy is a marvelous resource for your child to learn and master virtually any subject they’re interested in. Over a decade ago, Sal Khan had the simple, but game-changing idea to put lessons online for his nephews and nieces to lean. This amazing, ground-breaking resources offers classes in virtually any subject matter for any age or type of learner. Children will enjoy the badges and stars they get completing different levels of a Khan Academy classes “This mission of Khan Academy is to provide a free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere.
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.” Let your child loose in the limitless world of learning Khan Academy has to offer and watch them excel!
Teachers Pay Teachers Curriculum
What does your child want to learn today? Look no further for fantastic curriculum in any subject and style of learning, curated by the most experienced educators. Search by age, reviews or type of activity. “TpT is the go-to place…find the resources, knowledge, and inspiration [parents and teachers] need to teach at their best. We offer more than 3 million free and paid resources, created by educators who understand what works in the classroom. Our marketplace is growing every day to meet the evolving needs of the PreK-12 classroom. When educators get the resources and support they need, they're best equipped to inspire our next generation of learners. Find the ideal curriculum for your child while supporting amazing teachers in the process! Have you created a great lesson for your own child? Post it on Teachers Pay Teachers to benefit others and earn additional income too! “
Spotlight on science: The Insect Discovery Lab
San Francisco has a wealth of amazing classes to attend or organize at your home. The Insect Discovery Lab is one of our favorites. “The Insect Discovery Lab is a hands-on outreach program that enhances the scientific and environmental education of people of all ages. We visit classrooms, libraries, community events, birthday parties, and other private events all over the Bay Area and all year round.” Ask the Discover Lab to come to your house with a customized lesson and invite some friends to join!
Wyzant Tutoring
With Wyzant, it’s easy to find a private tutor or a teacher for a small group class in any subject. “More than ten years ago, Wyzant created a digital marketplace to connect students to independent tutors. It was the first of its kind, and in the decade since, our dedication to moving individualized learning forward has allowed Wyzant to develop a whole lot of best-in-class products that bring students and instructors together, online and in-person.”
Sawyer| local children's classes
Looking for an amazing kids class near you for socialization and enriched childcare? Look no further than Sawyer! On Sawyer, you can find all local classes, sorted by age, time and subject. “Sawyer partners with the best-in-class providers in each community who teach everything from ballet curtsies to science experiments.” It’s the open table for local children’s classes!