Online Resources for Adults, Parents, and Teachers
With schools closed and many workers and families at home, you may be wondering where to find resources that are educational, reputable, and free. The following is a library-curated collection of online learning tools for adults, parents, and teachers. Don’t forget, the library has lots of digital services available online.
Adult Online Learning
- Lynda.com Online Technology and Design Video Courses
- Harvard Extension School Open Learning
- Alison Online Learning
- NPR Shows and Podcasts
- Internet Archive Digital Library
- Project Gutenberg Free eBooks
- Digital Learn Basic Computer Lessons
- The Concordium: Program Combating Isolation for Seniors
- 15 Card Games for Family Game Night
- National Theatre Free Full-Length Plays (New Program Every Thursday)
- Signature Sounds: Parlor Room Home Sessions Acoustic Performances
Resources for Teachers and Educators
- PBS PreK-12 Resources for Emergency Closings
- PBS Free Lesson Plans and Videos
- Boston Symphony Orchestra HomeSchool
- Learning Keeps Going Webinars
- Jbrary Storytime and Music Videos/Resources
- Nanpuppets “Out to See” Singalongs and Videos
- Smithsonian Distance Learning Resources
- We Are Teachers: Online Read-Alouds and Activities
- Audible Stories: Free Children’s Audiobooks
- Welcome to the Bestiary: Free Animal Coloring Pages
- Star Wars Printables and Activities
- Writing Prompts for Kids
- Family History Activities for Kids
- Candlewick Press Coronavirus for Children eBook
- Boston Children’s Museum Daily Activities
- “I Want My Hat Back” Little Angel Theatre Puppet Show
- Math Scavenger Hunt Worksheets
- Webcomics for Teens and Tweens
- Read Together, Be Together Literacy Movement
- Illustoria: Draw, Write, Play, Make Activities
- Junie B. Jones Printable and Activities
Virtual Field Trips
- National Park Service Virtual Field Trips
- San Diego Zoo Live Cams
- Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History 360 Tour
- Louvre Online Tours
- NASA Langley Research Center Virtual Tour
- Museum of Fine Arts Virtual Exhibits
- Georgia Aquarium Live Cams
- Virtual Viewing of Disney’s Magic Happens Parade
- Live Cam: Bird Library
- Atlas Obscura: Stream the Animal Kingdom from Home
Language Learning
- Mango Languages
- English Language Learning (ELL) and LVA Resources
- Duolingo Language Lessons
- NYPL At Home Storytime Guides
Crafts and DIY Projects
