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Kids at Home: Virtual and Screen-Free Resources

Learn, play, make, and create fun at home. Virtual (and non-virtual) resources for families during COVID and beyond.

PPLD Kids @ ppld.org

PPLDKids Try It!
This project idea blog features weekly projects and directions (some with video) PPLD kids crafts, STEM projects, tween projects and even expanded homeschool projects. Most have free Take and Make kits available for a time at area PPLD libraries.
Create
This section of PPLD Kids is all about coding, designing, making, and creating!
PPLD TV Kids' Video Playlist
Watch virtual project ideas and programs!

Homework Help
Our homework section has great web resources and databases to help students with reports and homework.

HelpNow (Brainfuse) This link opens in a new window
Live homework help and skills building from expert tutors in math, science, social studies and English plus writing and reading assistance. Designed for grades K - Adults. Tutors available online Monday - Sunday from 2 - 11 p.m. MDT.

Reading Resources
Need reading ideas? You'll find kids' reading lists, series help, and a great database called Novelist K-8.
TumbleBooks
Read or listen to animated books! There are also chapter books and graphic novels.

PPLD Kids' Programs
Check out our virtual programs!
PPLD Kids' Virtual Programs
Check out our storytimes, Cupboard Crafts & Experiments, and virtual programming for summer coming in June.

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