"The free program unites communities in a nationwide campaign that celebrates reading for fun while improving access to books during the summer. For 2020, we are excited to share a brand new kids experience in Scholastic Home Base, a free digital destination which offers full books, live events, and games in a safe community for readers! Kids will be encouraged to track their reading streaks™ to earn rewards and unlock book donations, with the goal of donating 100,000 books by July!" - Scholastic at Home

https://www.scholastic.com/site/summer/home.html

From JK Rowling and the Wizzarding World of Harry Potter!

"Welcome to the Harry Potter At Home hub where you’ll find all the latest magical treats to keep you occupied - including special contributions from Bloomsbury and Scholastic, nifty magical craft videos (teach your friends how to draw a Niffler!), fun articles, quizzes, puzzles and plenty more for first-time readers, as well as those already familiar with the wizarding world. We’re casting a Banishing Charm on boredom!"

"Everyone’s favorite Book Lady is bringing children and families everywhere just what they need during a time of unrest. Goodnight with Dolly is a 10-week special series of weekly videos featuring Dolly Parton reading select Imagination Library books.

Goodnight with Dolly launches on April 2, with the hope that this gift will further inspire a love of books and shared storytime during this important period. The weekly read-aloud series features several of the Imagination Library’s wonderful books including “The Little Engine That Could.” Watty Piper’s classic tale of a determined little engine has been an inspiration to generations. This year marks the 90th Anniversary of “The Little Engine That Could.” For many years the story has been a source of inspiration for Dolly and it is the welcome book that all newly registered children in the United States and Canada receive when they sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library." - Imagination Library

https://imaginationlibrary.com/goodnight-with-dolly/

Activities, jokes, games, poems and readings from Highlights Magazines.

https://www.highlightskids.com/

More than 850 Lessons Across 10 Levels

The Step-by-Step Learning Path presents the full ABCmouse.com curriculum in a carefullydesigned program of more than 850 lessons in ten levels. Asyour child completes each lesson, he or she is guided to the next one and is motivated to continue learning by ABCmouse.com's Tickets and Rewards System.

ABC Mouse Link

This is being provided by Two Rivers School.  Email for the registration letter.  Kristin.Zirkle@k12northstar.org

"AN EPIC LEARNING ADVENTURE AWAITS!

You’re invited to join the ranks of young scholars at Adventure Academy, a fully immersive virtual universe for those seeking knowledge and adventure. Gain access to hundreds of hours of educational activities teaching essential skills in math, language arts, science, social studies, and much more!"

Adventure Academy Link

This is being provided by Two Rivers School.  Email for the registration letter.  Kristin.Zirkle@k12northstar.org

"Schools are closed
Minds are wide open"

This is a collection of all different types of learning options.  Writing. Reading.  Math.  Science. Live Shows. And much more.

https://wideopenschool.org/

"The show follows the adventures of Xavier Riddle, his sister Yadina, and their friend Brad as they travel back in time to meet real life historical figures when they were kids."

https://alaskapublic.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/xavier-riddle-and-the-secret-museum/

Space!  Zoos! Museums! Farms! Aquariums! National Parks! Cities!  Monuments! So much more!!!  Enjoy!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/18-VsQL51GqNUvZ9vUDyf-YDBY2gJf0HW/view

From the Alaska Zoo:

"WE ARE PROUD TO OFFER FREE DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS DURING THE ZOO’S CLOSURE DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS PUBLIC HEALTH CRISIS.

We use custom videoconferencing equipment on a mobile cart to broadcast from the zoo for groups across Alaska and around the world - any location with an internet connection! Our Distance Learning Managed Wi-Fi is generously sponsored by GCI."

https://www.alaskazoo.org/distance-learning

About the Virtual Field Trips

Alaska SeaLife Center Offers Virtual Visits

Our Education Department will present daily live programs on YouTube at 12:00 pm and 2:00 pm (AKDT), seven days a week. Visit our Virtual Classroom to learn about Alaska’s marine ecosystem and the Alaskan animals we house. Past programs can be accessed from ASLC’s YouTube channel.

For Information:  https://www.alaskasealife.org/news_item/110

YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/AKSeaLifeCenter

"We hosted virtual farm tours for students to watch in their classrooms. But, those can be viewed on YouTube now!

For kids aged 4 to 9, watch our tour from Dutch Hollow Farm.

Kids aged 10-13 will enjoy our virtual tour from Will-O-Crest Farm.

High school kids can enjoy our tour from JoBo Holsteins Farm." - American Dairy Association Northeast

https://www.americandairy.com/news-and-events/dairy-diary/dairy-farming/virtual-farm-tours-while-youre-stuck-at-home.stml

Keep your kids active at home with Mr. Ben's Physical Education Classes.  Kid's Online PE Class!

https://www.thealaskaclub.com/online-workouts

Move & Learn at Home With GoNoodle

GoNoodle: Good Energy at Home is a free online resource that provides tons of ways for kids and families to be active, stay mindful, and keep on learning!

https://www.gonoodle.com/good-energy-at-home-kids-games-and-videos/

Benjamin Bragonier’s YouTube Channel:

Project with ELP Instuctor Ben Bragonier:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsQiFlaSL0IOg1Hm7bvuf3g

Here is the link to Ben's final video of the 2019-2020 school year:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7w_mu6mNQ5M

It's time to grab your rubber boots and ditch the cereal boxes, glue, string, and get outside. Mr. B. is on the lookout for Rana sylvatica (the Wood Frog).

Thanks for a great year (complete with twists and turns) and I hope to see you all in person in the fall.

Enjoy your summer and bye for now,

Ben

Here is a link to this week's project - Mortarboard & Tassel:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kUaxOZ9iB_w

Students learn how to create a mortarboard and tassel for graduation à la quarantine. No matter if graduation is at home, is virtual or if it develops into a social distancing affair, nothing should get in the way of being prepared with the appropriate headgear and associated graduation music.

The title of this week’s project:

The 8.5” x 11” Challenge

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-p0uJKRDvdI

Project for this week (Nag-O-Voids):

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUk1bV5unuU

NAG-O-VOIDS:

This project uses strips of recycled cardboard to create a sculpture where elements representing daily tasks are placed within the voids of the sculpture to show ongoing progress. This fun visual aid may contribute to a home environment where adults will no longer need to continually ask (possibly NAG!) their children about taking care of school projects and household chores. Let’s avoid the need for nagging – let’s NAG-O-VOID!

 

MATERIALS:

• 12” ruler

• glue (stick or white)

• cardboard box (cereal box or other)

• tape (any tape will do)

• 8.5” x 11” paper (recycled is best)

• tub of water

• small ceramic or glass plate

• marker or pencil

 

EXTENSION:

How to be Organized for School, College or Life, by Memorize Academy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88MjoZalHpM

 

This short video gives us concrete strategies for how to be more organized using the top 6 habits of highly organized people. I’ve forwarded this link to my family members and I am hopeful that they are willing to employ at least one of the six strategies. (I’m allowed to hope…)

Here is next week's project -- "GOB ROCKETS"

The video for this project will be available at 4PM today (4/10/2020). 

Here is the address for my YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsQiFlaSL0IOg1Hm7bvuf3g

Review and promote as you will...

Ben

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