online and DL learning resources for kids stuck at home https://www.cnet.com/how-to/online-learning-distance-education-at-home/
The Smithsonian has resources for kids https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/the-smithsonian-has-distance-learning-resources-for-kids/2245306/
Depending on how long this goes on, it could easily upend quite a few institutions. I have to tell you, I'm pretty pro-public school. But I have to admit that my kids seem to be learning a lot more a lot faster and are more engaged with their learning right now. A lot of professionals are also realizing how nice it is to actually see our kids throughout the day rather than do back to back meetings for 8-10 hours a day and hopefully see them before we fall asleep. I would not be shocked at all to see some changes to the workplace when we return, especially if this extends beyond a few weeks. People don't like giving stuff up once they've had a taste. I haven't been to a store in almost a week. At all other times, I can safely say I stop by some retail establishment for something at least twice per day. Lots of stuff just totally upended. Maybe if it brought about some social changes there could be a silver lining (once we get the people who are out of work back to work).
Free online classes for kids https://www.tomsguide.com/news/abcmouse-is-offering-free-online-classes-so-your-kids-keep-learning-from-home more https://madison.com/wsj/news/local/health-med-fit/these-free-websites-for-students-of-all-ages-help-them/article_d57de0b4-604e-5160-9c80-8f34e7bcfca1.html I'm still out and about, making the world safer through better welding. My commute is a little easier with fewer cars on the road
National Geographic online hub for kids https://techcrunch.com/2020/04/06/national-geographic-launches-a-homeschool-hub-for-parents-and-teachers-natgeohome
Here's some examples of people who are not thrilled with homeschooling their kids during the pandemic https://god.dailydot.com/viral-thread-virtual-school
My younger brothers have been taking advantage of the free (only the free) resources that Course Hero has to offer: https://www.coursehero.com They have course-specific study guides, infographics, and a bunch of videos. In case they are preparing for SATs, Khan Academy is also fully free and really helpful
