For Kids
Are you a kid? Do you have questions? Are both those answers YES? Then you’re in the right spot! Check out our website and explore the different games, activities and tasks all designed to meet you where YOU are!
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April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that causes differences in thinking, processing, and social skills. Autism impacts the brain differently, and no two people with autism are the same. As we wrap up the month, take the time to learn something new about autism and learn how to better support people with autism in your community!
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As the weather warms and seasons change, we love spending more time outdoors! On April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day! Practice sustainability by reducing, reusing, and recycling to keep our planet clean! If we all do our part, our planet will be a much cleaner and safer place to live.
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April is National Gardening Month and April 14th is National Gardening Day! Celebrate by enjoying some time outside! Whether you plant flowers or veggies at home or visit a community garden, this week is the perfect time to enjoy the sights and sounds of nature.
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How do you organize a space party? You plan-et! On April 8th, we will witness an amazing total solar eclipse in Connecticut! The next solar eclipse will not be visible in the United States until 2044, so check out this week’s tips and tricks to be ready for your viewing at this link!
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Learning SnacksThis long President’s Day weekend means extra opportunities for spending family time together! This Saturday is Random Acts of Kindness Day. When doing a random act of kindness, we mustn’t expect anything in return. Have a one-of-a-KIND weekend with this week’s Learning Snacks!
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Learning SnacksValentine's Day is on Wednesday, February 14th! This time of year, we celebrate love, friendship, and kindness with friends and family. Spread the love this week with these Valentine’s Day crafts and activities!
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Learning SnacksPremiering on February 5th, Lyla in the Loop is a hilariously engaging show for children 4-8 to practice creative problem-solving and critical thinking skills! Lyla and her friends and family love to use their imagination and creativity to solve problems in their community!
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Learning SnacksWith all this snow on the ground and cold weather, you may be feeling that winter blues. Luckily, this week’s Learning Snacks Newsletter is here, with online games and teachable moments for all ages!
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Learning SnacksXavier Riddle and the Secret Museum is all about famous heroes of history! Children join Xavier, his little sister, Yadina, and his best friend Brad as they travel back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures. This week, we celebrate Xavier Riddle and the amazing history he shares with us all!
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Learning SnacksThe third Monday in January is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This day honors the life and legacy of the civil rights advocate and occurs close to his birthday. It is also the only federal holiday designated by Congress as a national day of service. So on the 15th, do something kind for others!
Learning resources for curious families are supported by The Hearst Foundation, The Robert & Marguerite Derx Foundation, The Susan Howarth Foundation, Andy and Bonnie McKirdy and CT Humanities.