A Special Message to Parents During School Closures: You’ve Got This!
In this lesson, Caroline Hu Flexer, co-founder of Khan Academy Kids, acknowledges the challenges faced by parents and caregivers during unusual times, emphasizing their vital roles as educators and support systems for children. Khan Academy Kids offers a free educational program for children aged 2 to 7, focusing on essential skills while promoting family bonding through structured daily activities and resources. The initiative aims to provide a supportive environment for learning, encouraging parents to maintain routines and prioritize their well-being.
Light Up The Night | Sleepover Storytime | Expressing Feelings | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time, Caroline and Sophie welcomed friends and discussed the arrival of fall, highlighting shorter days and cooler weather. They learned how to make lanterns for fall walks, enjoyed a story about a sleepover, explored the long “I” sound in words, and shared creative show and tells. The session encouraged participation and sharing of personal projects for future gatherings.
How do you balance online and offline learning in today’s stay-at-home world? | Webinar recording
The lesson focuses on how to effectively balance online and offline learning at home, drawing inspiration from resources like Khan Academy Kids and Tinkergarden. It emphasizes the importance of integrating interactive digital activities with hands-on play to create a well-rounded educational experience for children, while also providing practical tips for parents to encourage independent play and establish a daily routine. Ultimately, the goal is to foster a fun and engaging learning environment that supports children’s growth and development.
Into The Night Read Aloud | Bat Stories | Moon Crafts For Kids | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time, Caroline and Paul welcomed friends and shared the story “Into the Night” by Cynthia Platt, which follows a bat who learns to appreciate the beauty of the night after flying with his dad. Through this experience, Bat discovers that trying new things can be fun and exciting. The session also featured creative moon and space projects from friends, showcasing their artistic talents before concluding with a warm goodbye.
Squares | Learning Shapes | Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, we explored the characteristics of squares, which are defined by having four equal sides and four corners where the sides meet. We also discussed how squares can be found in everyday objects, such as windows, encouraging students to observe and identify squares in their surroundings.
How To Draw Reya’s Bugs | Character Drawing for Kids | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In this Circle Time lesson with Caroline and Sophie, children are introduced to Reya, the red panda from Khan Academy Kids, and her love for bugs. The session includes a drawing activity where kids learn to draw various bugs, such as ladybugs, beetles, and butterflies, while also exploring Reya’s bug habitat. The lesson encourages creativity and engagement with nature through art and storytelling.
Counting To 8 | Flower Fun Storytime | Making A New Friend | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time with Caroline and Sophie, young learners explored the themes of friendship and creativity through the story “Flower Friends,” which highlights how differences can enrich friendships. The session also included fun counting activities with flowers and natural objects, as well as a showcase of creative name art made by friends using materials from nature. The lesson emphasized the joy of learning and discovering the world around us.
Sledding Storytime with Ollo And Reya | Let’s Play In The Snow | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time lesson, Paul and Sophie engaged children in a fun and interactive session that included reading the story “Snow Day” by Cynthia Platt, where characters Raya and Ollo learn to overcome fears while sledding. The lesson emphasized the importance of helping friends face their fears and the joy of learning new things together, as demonstrated through Show and Tell activities. Additionally, children explored the concept of seasons and how different parts of the world experience them simultaneously.
Color A Butterfly! | Read Two Books About Butterflies In Nature | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time with Caroline and Sophie, children enjoyed two butterfly-themed stories, starting with “Just You Wait,” which teaches the importance of patience through the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly. The lesson also included educational content about butterflies, their characteristics, and life cycle, followed by fun activities like coloring and pretending to fly like butterflies. The session concluded with a cheerful goodbye and an invitation to explore more about butterflies in the future.
Hip Hop for Kids | Learn New Dance Moves | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time lesson, Caroline from the Khan Academy Kids team introduced a fun and interactive session centered around dancing. The children read “Eight Dance Moves” by Cynthia Platt, where they learned to dance along with characters Sandy, Kodi, and Ollo, who discovered their own unique dance styles. The lesson concluded with a special hip hop dance demonstration by Teacher Crystal, encouraging kids to dance with their families and share their own dance videos or pictures.