MEET OUR
TEAM.
Students vs. Pandemics at LA is an interdisciplinary group of UCLA undergraduate and graduate students aiming to make a positive impact on health and overall wellness during times of crisis. Our three primary goals are to improve transparency and communication, build community at UCLA, and identify needs and innovate solutions.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM.
Chantal Barksdale
President, Co-Founder
Winnie Liu
Internal Chair
Apsara Chopra
Recruitment Chair
Evan Patel
Financial Chair
Lauren Kim
Publicity Chair
MEET OUR
TEAM.
Students vs. Pandemics at LA is an interdisciplinary group of UCLA undergraduate and graduate students aiming to make a positive impact on health and overall wellness during times of crisis. Our three primary goals are to improve transparency and communication, build community at UCLA, and identify needs and innovate solutions.
MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM.
Chantal Barksdale
President, Co-Founder
Winnie Liu
Internal Chair
Apsara Chopra
Recruitment Chair
Evan Patel
Financial Chair
Lauren Kim
Publicity Chair
Free
Educational
Resources
Whether it's summer camp, special ed, or high school, we have you covered. We even have a host of resources to keep adults occupied. We also include some great e-books and audio-books, so kids can read and listen to hundreds of stories in dozens of languages, and best of all, check out our very own SvP@UCLA's storybook that makes kids the heroes fighting against COVID-19!
Hey Kids!
Check out Dogtor Bentley's list of fun activities!
Arm and Hammer Summer Camp
Subject(s): Science
Grade level: K - 5th
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Recipes, crafts and science experiments for kids!
Notes:
Camp is on-demand, whenever your kids ares ready to have fun! Once you sign up, you will get an email list of supplies needed for all of the fun activities!
Education.com
Subject(s): Math, reading, writing, science, social studies, etc.
Grade level: Pre K - 5th
Special needs: Yes
Non-English: Yes
Type of resource:
Free printouts, lesson plans, games and more to keep kids learning though the summer.
Notes:
There is a special section for kids that are learning the English language and many of the activities are visually based and can be useful for kids with special needs and kids on the autism spectrum.
SparkNotes
Subject(s): Science, Math, Literature, History, Government, and MORE!
Grade level: 1st through college
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Written lessons and practice problems in tons of subjects!
Notes:
Everybody knows that Sparknotes.com deals with literature instruction, but they also have an “other subjects” part of their website that provides instruction in subjects that include:
• Math
• Biology
• Economics
• U.S. Government
• Sociology
• Chemistry
• Physics
• Computer Science
• History
• Sociology
• … and tons more!
The topics covered are almost infinite! The resources go on and on.
Print, Play & Learn
Subject(s): Varied
Grade level: Pre-K through Middle School
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Printable activities and coloring pages to keep kids learning and occupied.
Notes:
Whether you have a toddler or pre-teen, this site will provide enough science experiments, math activities, coloring pages, etc. courtesy of Crayola, WWF and more. All free and engaging!
EdX
Subject(s): Varied
Grade level: Middle school - College
Special needs: No
Non-English: Yes
Type of resource:
Free online courses in tons of subjects and languages
Notes:
EdX offers online classes from top universities around the world (including Harvard!)
Courses are offered in over 30 subject categories, including test prep and some classes for kids younger than middle school. Some classes may start at different dates.
Khan Academy Kids
Subject(s): Reading, Math, Writing & Language skills
Grade level: Pre K - 2nd grade
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Free app that provides kids with learning resources and an age-appropriate library.
Notes:
Khan Academy Kids can be downloaded on any mobile device. It allows parents to adjust age level and learning path, so that kids are always reading books and completing activities that are appropriate for their increasing skills. Offers tips for parents and print-outs, also!
Michigan Virtual
Subject(s): No
Grade level: K - 12
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Educational podcasts interviewing K-12 teachers in Michigan.
Notes:
The content is relevant for anyone involved in K-12 education. A new episode is published every 1-2 weeks. Many episodes are applicable for current events, as well as challenges that students, parents, and educators will face in years to come.
Purple Math
Subject(s): Math
Grade level: 5th - College
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Written instructions and videos teaching various math topics and even covering prep for standardized tests.
Notes:
FREE! No subscription necessary. Has homeschooling guide. A great resource for SAT studying!
Amazing Educational Resources
Subject(s): Varied
Grade level: Pre-K through college
Special needs: Yes
Non-English: Yes
Type of resource:
A continually updated page of educational resources that are free for kids being schooled at home
Notes:
Way too many entries to vet, but this page of resources is searchable by grade level and subject and covers everything. There are resources for kids and parents alike, including for those who are special needs or non-English speakers. CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR NEW ENTRIES ON THE SITE! There are currently 1,500 resources!
Mo Willems
Subject(s): Art
Grade level: K- 5th
Special needs: Yes (kids can work at their own ability!)
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Instructions for kids to create and share art in a virtual group
Notes:
For Lunch Doodles, kids watch 15 free videos instructing them on crafts and drawings. They can then share their work with a community of kids who are also taking the “class.”
There is also a team-up of Mo Willems and Yo Yo Ma to create a doodling playlist for kids. Not to mention a make-your-own game board that teaches kids how to be thankful!
Duolingo
Subject(s): ESL & Foreign Languages
Grade level: 1st grade - College
Special needs: No
Non-English: Yes
Type of resource:
Free foreign language activities, stories, quizzes, etc.
Notes:
Duolingo is a fun way to learn a new language at your own pace, whether you are a kid or an adult. English speakers have 35 different options and there are 27 other native language options. Non-English speakers can learn ESL or can learn another language that they choose!
Mystery Science
Subject(s): All science subjects
Grade level: K - 5th
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Educational videos and hands-on activities that are engaging and fun!
Notes:
FREE! No sign-up necessary. However, there a limited number free subscriptions being offered, and there are less than 950 left. So HURRY!
The Homeschool Mom
Subject(s): Everything, including coding and foreign languages
Grade level: Pre-K through college
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Incredible resource for temporary, lock-down homeschooling moms who are new to it all. This site has resources to guide your whole life, including print-outs to keep kids on a homeschool schedule, quarantine shopping & dinner guides, safe “school-trips” with social distancing, free online classes, etc.
Notes:
This site is geared towards women who are schooling their kids at home. The best part is, this is not a site for only experienced homeschoolers.
Most of the content is Coronavirus specific, for new, temporary homeschooling moms.
It includes tons of resources like print outs for at-home schedules to help keep the kids on a routine (and save mom’s sanity), there are quarantine shopping and dinner guides, field trips that abide by safe social-distancing, and tons of blog posts that cover topics from schooling defiant teens to keeping toddlers occupied. There are links to free online courses, etc. You may have to subscribe for a lot of the content, but nothing seems to have any cost at all. All you need to do is prove your kids’ school is closed.
PBS Kids
Subject(s): All subjects
Grade level: Pre-K through 3rd
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Lessons, activities, tips, and games for kids and their parents!
Notes:
This free resource provides weekly lessons, chore printouts, a guide to speaking with your kids about racism and diversity, educational activities and even tips to help parents celebrate a kids birthday while practicing social distancing!
National School Choice
Subject(s): Varied
Grade level: K-12
Special needs: Yes
Non-English: Yes
Type of resource:
Free, varied resources for all kids home from school for Coronavirus. Includes access to communication software (such as Zoom), lessons, special education help, etc.
Notes:
Scroll down on the site and select from a menu of FREE resources in these categories: • Online Communication Platforms
• Platforms to Create Interactive Presentations
• ELA Resources
• Foreign Languages/English as a Second Language
• Math Resources
• Social Studies Resources
• Science Resources
• Special Education Resources
• STEM Resources
• Multi-Subject Resources
• Additional Resources
IXL
Subject(s): Varied
Grade level: Pre K- 12th
Special needs: Yes
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Free, fun, interactive quizzes and activities.
Notes:
IXl offers engaging lessons in all subjects up to calculus, identifying thesis statements, etc! The visual nature of the lower grade lessons make it a perfect learning tool for kids on the autistic spectrum, as well!
Ocean Protection Advocacy Kids
Subject(s): Earth Sciences
Grade level: Middle School
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
Webinars and activities teaching kids about marine animals and their habitats
Notes:
These free webinars are geared towards middle school kids. Kids can access the recordings of these webinars, which are 45-60 mins. In length. They teach about the marine habitat and animals, with relevant after-lesson activities.
Scholastic Student Activities
Subject(s): All subjects
Grade level: Pre-K through 8th
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
All the necessary resources that allow you to educate and occupy your kids like a “real” teacher!
Notes:
This free site provides tons of engaging lessons and activities to keep kids reading, learning, occupied, and having fun! Includes teaching tips for moms too!
Home Educator
Subject(s): Varied
Grade level: K- 5th
Special needs: No
Non-English: No
Type of resource:
A complete set of curriculum for homeschooling, Free through June 30th. Also includes invaluable tips and a Facebook support group for the moms!
Notes:
An incredible resource to take all the stress off of moms! Whether your public school provides curriculum or not, this site offers everything necessary to homeschool kids grades K-12, for FREE through the summer. Free daily projects, lesson plans, instructional videos for the parents, and a place to share experiences, get tips and tricks from others, and socialize (virtually, of course!)
Coronavirus Parents
Subject(s) NA
Grade level NA
Special needs NA
Non-English NA
Type of resource Facebook Support Group
Notes A Facebook group for parents, by parents, who are committed to supporting each other through the coronavirus pandemic. We aim to help each other navigate school closures, childcare needs, social isolation, and other pressing concerns for kids and parents.
Udemy
Subject(s): Infinite!
Grade level: 1st grade - College
Special needs: No
Non-English: Yes
Type of resource:
Offers tons of free courses (some are paid) in every subject (academic or non academic learning!) in tons of languages!
Notes:
Take free courses including classes in these subjects:
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Web Development
-
Business
-
Finance & Accounting
-
IT & Software
-
Office Productivity
-
Personal Development
-
Design
-
Marketing
-
Lifestyle
-
Arts and Crafts
-
Home Improvement
-
Photography
-
Health & Fitness
-
Music
-
Learning about Teaching
AND MUCH MORE!
Guaranteed to keep any person learning and occupied, kids and parents alike! The subjects are endless!
More FREE Reading Resources
Print & Color!
Resource
Ages
Language
Description
K - 3rd Grade
English, French, Arabic, Bengali, Cantonese, Korean, Mandarin, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Somali, Italian, Spanish, German, Swahili, Tagalog, Turkish, Urdu
Free audio stories in many languages that tell African children's folk tales. A great way to expose kids to different cultures, stories, and languages! Offers different levels of reading difficulty for young children.
Storybooks Canada
1st - 3rd Grade
or Adult Language Learners
Unite for Literacy
Unite for Literacy
Arabic, Armenian, American Sign, Burmese, Central Yupik, Cherokee, Chickasaw, Chinese, Cup'ik, Danish, Dutch, English Farsi, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hmong, Icelandic, Iñupiaq, Italian, Japanese, Karen, Karenni, Kekchi, Kinyarwanda, Kirundi, Korean, Maay Maay, Mongolian, Mopan, Navajo, Nepali, Polish, Portuguese, Q'anjob'al, Russian, Samoan, Setswana, Slovak, Somali, Spanish, Swahili, Swedish, Tagalog, Turkish, Vietnamese