Week 3 of Virtual Activities for Caregivers....CAMPS & STEM

May 13, 2020

Dear Friends,

In our final virtual activities series for the month we explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics ( STEM) and provide resources for virtual camps and interactive activities for kids of all ages. We truly hope this series provided your family some new ideas for spending time together as we continue to practice social distancing during this time.

If you know a family caring for a child in dependency that is in need, please share this Emergency Financial Assistance information with them. We want to ensure our children stay safe and stable in their placement.

Today we will be celebrating caregiving families with drive through activity distributions in 3 locations. We hope to see some of you in person (and socially distant) there!

Sincerely,

Amy, Tawnee & Amanda

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Virtual Camps & Activities

This summer does not have to be boring! We know children are getting restless. Check out these virtual activities to entertain everyone in the home!

Varsity Tutors Virtual Summer Camps

Varsity Tutors has compiled 100s of free online summer camps for children ages 5-18. Children can learn to make videos, learn Mandarin, play brain games, & even take art classes. Camps are filling up fast so sign up quickly to secure a spot that fits everyone's schedule and interests.

Did you know MOSI has a Facebook page where they post daily do at home STEM activities? Mosi in Motion is getting kids interested in science with these fun, short videos showcasing experiments you can do with things you most likely already have in your home.

Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, kids of all ages can take a virtual field trip with the Clearwater Marine Aquarium to learn about local marine life. Also, if you have a younger learners, check out Hope's Homeschool Activities. Each activity comes with parent instructions, a video, and a craft/game to do at home.

There are so many cool local attractions to explore from home for free. Visit St. Pete/Clearwater for a full listing of activities. like live yoga, Great St. Pete Trivia Challenge, free concerts with Safety Harbor Arts & Music Center, and so much more!

Just because Busch Gardens is closed, doesn't mean you have to miss out on everything Tampa has to offer. Just like their neighbor St. Pete/Clearwater, Vis it Tampa Ba y has also curated various virtual activities in which the whole family can take part. Do an online jigsaw puzzle, or watch a movie with Tampa Theatre's Virtual Cinema. They even have Tampa style Zoom backgrounds to make your next Zoom call feel like a vacation.

Looking for something original to do with your family? Lock Paper Scissors has provided us with the blueprints to build your own DIY escape room! This site has great ideas and provides step by step instructions on how to turn your living room into a real escape room.

Keep kids active with karate lessons online. These starter classes will help kids who are staying safer at home expend their energy & learn a new skill.

Karate not your child's thing? Try DANCE! Dance is a great way to get the body moving and have fun. Dance Parent 101 lists the best free online dance classes all in one place.

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Ready...Set...STEM

The acronym STEM stands for the disciplines of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. These interactive activities are sure to peak the curiosity of the pickiest child.

STEM Activities for Preschoolers

Keep preschoolers busy with activities specifically for their growing minds. Most activities can be done with items found around the home. Use egg shells to start a garden. Make worms dance . Even Build a toy chute made out of paper towel rolls .

Visit The STEM Laboratory for their whole listing of activities for preschool aged children.

STEM Activities for Kids

Provided by Parents.com , this site has listed some of the most creative STEM activities for kids ranging in ages from 6-15. All 23 experiments include pictures and detailed instructions.

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