School districts across the country have closed school buildings for the remainder of the school year to support the efforts to contain COVID-19 and flatten the curve. Below are some resources supplied by CBH to support parents in keeping kids entertained and help cope with stress.

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Take a virtual vacation and view some of the world’s most famous works of art, zoos, and historical sites. This could be an exciting opportunity for parents and kids to connect and learn.

• Anne Frank House
• The British Museum
• The Met
• The Louvre
• The Palestinian Museum
• The Picasso Museum
• Salvador Dali Museum

• Atlanta Zoo
• Dublin Zoo
• Hirakawa Zoo, Japan
• International Wolf Center
• Melbourne Zoo
• The National Aquarium
• San Diego Zoo

• Buckingham Palace
• Colosseum
• The Great Wall of China
• Machu Picchu
• The Northern Lights
• The Pyramids
• Stonehenge
• The Taj Mahal

Try a virtual story time through these sites:

• Audible Books
• Storynory
• Audiobook Treasury
• Free Library of Philadelphia
• Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Looking for easy, fun, and creative activities? Check out some of these:

• Homemade Playdough
• Homemade Gummy Bears
• Science Experiments
• Leaf Suncatcher Craft
• Pet Rocks
• Bug Sensory Bin

Browse through 100+ ideas of crafts and activities for kids here!

Taking care of yourself and family can help you cope with stress. The CDC recommends the following steps to help cope with stress and care your yourself, family, and community:

• Take Breaks from watching the news
• Take care of your body
• Take time to unwind
• Connect with others

Read all CDC recommendations here!

With COVID-19 impacting daily life and public conversations, children may worry about themselves, their family, and their friends. Below are some articles with tips about how to talk with children about COVID-19:

• 10 Tips of Talking about COVID-19
• Child Mind Institute Tips
• NCTSN COVID-19 Factsheet

Read the CDC tips for talking with children about COVID-19 here!

Meditation and exercises are great ways to manage stress. Check out these free meditation and yoga resources:

• Guided Imagery
• Guided Breathing
• Meditation Music
• Yoga with Adriene
• Core Power Yoga
• Gentle Yoga

If you are looking for ways to stay connected please visit SPIN’s Facebook pages

SPIN, Inc. – Facebook Page

SPIN’s Autism Center for Excellence – Resource Page

or call Behavioral Health and Autism Services at (215) 612-7625

Stay informed about COVID-19 in Philadelphia.

Text COVID19 to 888-777 to receive updates on your phone.

Thank you to CBH for these many resources