Community of Learning
We all want to help each other in times of trouble.
CILC and its wonderful content providers have come together to provide core curriculum every day of the week for homebound students in grades K–6th. From March 23rd to April 17th we are offering, free of charge, interactive, live-streamed programs from 9:30am to 3:30pm Eastern time. The programs are delivered by our highly professional content providers.
Please register, by Grade Level, by clicking on the button below each section. Once you have registered you will receive an email from Zoom with connection information in it. You also will get a reminder 24 hours before the event and 1 hour before the event.
ATTENTION EDUCATORS: It is important for each student to be registered by their parent rather than you. Each sign up generates a unique link to join the program and sharing links can cause issues.
Check our YouTube Channel for recordings of the programs you missed!
(Available for a limited amount of time; please note some programs may not be available for recordings)
- APRIL 6 - Literacy
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April 06
9:30 AM ET
SEA ME READ: Shark Baby
by Mote Marine Laboratory
For Grades K-2
NEW - When Shark Baby’s egg case is torn loose in a storm, he goes on a journey across kelp forests, coral reefs, and seagrass meadows. He needs to find the “mermaid” to find out where he belongs. Will he find his way back? Read along with us to find out. We read this fictional story aloud with your students and then engage in a Creative Minds learning segment to help build critical thinking skills, promote oral language skills, fluency, pronunciation, STEM engagement, and reading comprehension.
April 06
10:00 AM ET
PLAY- The EMPATHY STORY
by SissyMarySue
For Grades K-2
PLAY the story of Jelly Beans the Cheetah and Hope. Making the cage for Jelly Beans the Cheetah in your home. Talking kids through -- set up and then Playing the scenes where Jelly Beans the Cheetah was captured and brought back to base camp--to be put in a "cage that is cold and damp." Make up things you would say to the cheetah who is sad in the cage to show EMPATHY. "How are you?" "Are you okay?"
April 06
10:30 AM ET
The Brave Little Mongolian Sisters
by Inner Asian and Uralic National Resource Center
For Grades K-2
Discover what it is like to live in a yurt and listen to the story of two brave little girls protecting their sheep from the White Witch of winter on the Mongolian steppe.
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Closed
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April 06
12:00 PM ET
The Truth About George Washington
by Selene Castrovilla of Authors on Call/INK Think Tank
For Grades 3-4
Award-winning author Selene Castrovilla shares her books containing exciting, little known stories about George Washington. We wouldn't be a country without him--learn the fascinating reasons why, as well as revealing details about the American Revolution.
April 06
12:45 PM ET
Anansi: Spider Folktale Trickster - Participate in Anansi Stories, Create Your Own Story!
by Author Valerie Marsh
For Grades 3-4
Folktales and art together! Anansi is an important trickster folktale character from West Africa and the Caribbean. Participate in Anansi stories using drawing, and sign language storytelling methods. Easy and Fun!
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Closed
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April 06
2:00 PM ET
JazzSLAM - Jazz Supports Languae Art & Math
by JazzSLAM
For Grades 5-6
In this session we will be taking a close look at the relationship between jazz and world geography & history, migration, African & Native American rhythms, and math. This will include Call & Response (our earliest song form,) a “Rhythm Orchestra” and analyzing a Pie Graph of a rhythm.
April 06
2:45 PM ET
What's It Like to Be a Host of a TV Show?
by Educate.Today
For Grades 5-6
Want to know what your career would be like if you hosted television shows? Then meet Emmy-winning host Tim Gore. Ask him your questions and find out what his job is like to see if you’d like this job. Curriculum will focus on writing, speaking, presentation, and organization skills involved.
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Closed
- APRIL 7 - STEM
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April 07
9:30 AM ET
SEA ME READ: Clumsy Crab
by Mote Marine Laboratory
For Grades K-2
Nipper's huge, clumsy claws always seem to get in the way! While playing
with his friends, his big claws break things, and are just plain clumsy!
When Nipper's friend Octopus is in trouble, can his big, clumsy claws
save the day? Find out as we read this exciting story from the sea!
Students will learn about crab diversity and the characteristics of
invertebrates. Students will also use literacy and reading comprehension
skills.
April 07
10:00 AM ET
Wolf Tales
by International Wolf Center
For Grades K-2
Who’s afraid of the “big, bad wolf?” In this interactive program, students explore the influential role that literature plays in forming our views and attitudes towards wildlife. We compare and contrast two folk stories in which the wolf is a main character, then compare literary portrayals of wolves with the real thing!
April 07
10:30 AM ET
Movement and Motion
by Pro Football Hall of Fame
For Grades K-2
This program examines the relationship of science and the game of professional football. Straight line movement, zig-zags, circular motion, back & forth, pushing & pulling - all movements that influence the sport. This 50-minute program, which is designed to be highly interactive, is supplemented by a lesson aligned with Common Core/National Standards of Education and is recommended for grades 1-5.
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Closed
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April 07
12:00 PM ET
Carving the Canyon
by Zion National Park
For Grades 3-4
Trace the geologic history of earth through the stunning canyon walls of Zion National Park. This program introduces students to the unique and complex story of Zion and the southwest, and allows students to gain a deeper understanding of geologic processes. Students interact with park rangers to discuss the formation of this canyon, and then engage in a critical-thinking activity about erosion.
April 07
12:45 PM ET
Phases of the Moon from the Treworgy Planetarium
by Mystic Seaport Museum
For Grades 3-4
Using hands-on activities and real-world math problems, students will learn about the phases of the moon and its relationship to Earth, and the differences between large- and small-scale models.
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Closed
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April 07
2:00 PM ET
Sustainable Solutions: Bioenergy and Bioproducts
by Creative Discovery Museum
For Grades 5-6
Finding renewable, sustainable sources of energy is critically important to our nation’s future. Students will explore how scientists are using plants, microbes, DNA/genetic research, and specialized processing techniques to produce specific types of fuels and biodegradable products.
April 07
2:45 PM ET
Making the Mountains
by Glacier National Park
For Grades 5-6
Students will investigate the many geologic forces that have sculpted the mountains of Glacier by learning about the four main stages of the park’s geologic formations; silt, tilt, slide, and glide. Through hands on activities and discussion, students will become immersed in the geologic story of Glacier National Park.
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Closed
- APRIL 8 - Arts/Music
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April 08
9:30 AM ET
Calypso for Kids
by JamaicaBob
For Grades K-2
Jamaica Bob through Calypso for Kids transports your students to the West Indies while highlighting the music, language, geography and cultures present in the Caribbean Islands. The musical styles include calypso, reggae, cha-cha and soca, all of which are indigenous to the Islands.
April 08
10:00 AM ET
PLAYING "EMPATHY AIRLINES" like Jelly Beans and Hope
by SissyMarySue
For Grades K-2
Even though we can't travel on a plane right now we can play EMPATHY AIRLINES like Jelly Beans the Cheetah and Hope. We can travel to places as they do to help others. Perhaps we can PLAY travel as doctors and nurses to help people who need medical care around the world. Or imagine a different time where we are traveling to help endangered animals, people who need clean water or food! We will sing "One Child Cries" on our planes!
April 08
10:30 AM ET
Shaping Kennedy
by Sixth Floor Museum
For Grades K-2
Discover the life of President Kennedy through architecture and design. Using primary shapes and patterns follow along and assemble images reflecting some of the places and programs from President Kennedy's life.
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Closed
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April 08
12:00 PM ET
Writing Lyrics (EMPATHY)
by SissyMarySue
For Grades 3-4
Wendy (SissyMarySue) will explain the motivation and process she implemented to write lyrics. She will expound on sharing them in many forms (Books, Musical Play, an Album & Single) with messages to encourage empathy, shared humanity and to teach about Barabiag Tribe in Africa, conservation and clean water. She will share the deeper meaning of songs: “One Child Cries”, “To Simply Be”, “Precious Sweet Boy” and “Precious Sweet Girl”. She will share examples of the arrangements. She will lead a sing along.
April 08
12:45 PM ET
Design A Greek Coin
by Penn Museum
For Grades 3-4
Learn about the coin making process and materials used to create ancient currency. Take a close look at coins from Rome and Greece in the Penn Museum collection to discover how archaeologists use their symbols and images to understand the past. Then we will create your own coin with a design that sends a message meant to be seen by your ancient empire!
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Closed
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April 08
2:00 PM ET
Art Station: Titan
by Denver Museum of Nature & Science
For Grades 5-6
Blast off to new discoveries with this live program that merges space science and scientific illustration! Titan is Saturn's largest moon and one of the most fascinating places in our solar system. Learn how to capture their own Titan investigations using scientifically accurate illustrations, just as other great scientists have done throughout history. Please Note: Each participant will need one sheet of orange paper, one black pencil and one white pencil.
April 08
2:45 PM ET
Art & Artists: Masterpiece Mix
by Roxie Munro of Authors On Call/iNk Think Tank
For Grades 5-6
“Art & Artists: Masterpiece Mix” is a fascinating talk on great artists, their sometimes wild stories, and the art they’ve created, based upon masterpieces in the National Gallery of Art, by award-winning author/illustrator Roxie Munro.
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Closed
- APRIL 9 - Social Studies
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April 09
9:30 AM ET
Introduction to Archeology
by Midwest Archeological Center - NPS
For Grades K-2
Learn about the topics of archeology and stewardship. Students will explore the role of archeology within the National Park Service and examine how everyday objects tell us about life in the past.
April 09
10:00 AM ET
Earth Day Action Science: Dissect a Happy Meal!
by Author Valerie Marsh
For Grades K-2
Ever wonder about the trash that just one Happy Meal creates? Dissect a real Happy Meal with us and find out! Discover how long common items take to decompose. Use sign language to sing a song about Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
April 09
10:30 AM ET
Calypso for Kids
by JamaicaBob
For Grades K-2
Jamaica Bob through Calypso for Kids transports your students to the West Indies while highlighting the music, language, geography and cultures present in the Caribbean Islands. The musical styles include calypso, reggae, cha-cha and soca, all of which are indigenous to the Islands.
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Closed
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April 09
12:00 PM ET
Exploring Lincoln in Washington
by Ford's Theatre and the National Park Service
For Grades 3-4
Ford's Theatre Education and The National Mall and Memorial Parks explore President Abraham Lincoln’s Washington, D.C., through places that mattered to Lincoln during his lifetime and places where he matters to us today.
April 09
12:45 PM ET
Struggle and Triumph: The Legacy of George Washington Carver.
by G.W. Carver National Monument
For Grades 3-4
Learn about the renowned African American scientist, educator, and humanitarian. Trace his life from slavery to freedom, from his education quest to his earning a Master of Agriculture, from accepting a job offer from Booker T. Washington to becoming world-famous at Tuskegee Institute. The program concludes with a peanut milk demonstration.
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Closed
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April 09
2:00 PM ET
Jamestown: Three Cultures, One Land
by Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation
For Grades 5-6
This program will carry students on an inquiry-based exploration of the cultures that converged at Jamestown, the first permanent English settlement in North America. Using reproduction artifacts and primary sources, students will compare and contrast the Powhatan, West African, and English who lived in Early America in the 17th century.
April 09
2:45 PM ET
Importance of Andrew Jackson
by Andrew Jackson's Hermitage
For Grades 5-6
This fun story-based program helps students connect President Andrew Jackson's life experiences with his presidential decisions. It helps students answer the question of "Why" when it comes to Jackson's sometimes-controversial actions as President of the United States.
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- APRIL 10 - Any Topic
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April 10
9:30 AM ET
Owls - Silent Hunters
by Houston Audubon Society
For Grades K-2
In the dark of night the nocturnal creatures make their living. Meet live owls up close as we journey into the world of owls. Learn all about their natural history as your students meet the live owls at our nature center. Owls are top predators and incredibly important to the food web. Give a hoot! and join us
April 10
10:00 AM ET
Around the World in One Museum
by Toledo Zoo & Aquarium
For Grades K-2
Take a tour of the Toledo Zoo's Natural History Museum where you will explore habitats from around the world and discover the diverse animal species that call them home.
April 10
10:30 AM ET
Exploring Plants
by Denver Botanic Gardens
For Grades K-2
An educator from Denver Botanic Gardens will lead an exploration of plant topics appropriate to the grade level. K-2: act out the life of a plant while learning about its parts
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April 10
12:00 PM ET
Aerosols, Clouds & Climate!
by NSF Center for Aerosol Impacts on Chemistry of the Environment
For Grades 3-4
Learn about both natural (ash, sea spray, dust) and human (pollution) sources of aerosols and why understanding aerosols is important to our climate and our health. See a cloud in a bottle demonstration, incomplete combustion demonstration, and make your own particle collector.
April 10
12:45 PM ET
Aquatic Habitats - Tide Pools and Forest Ponds
by Banyan Global Learning
For Grades 3-4
Only YOU can help Tahoe the Turtle choose between two amazing habitats - Abalone Cove in Los Angeles, CA and Firwood Lake in Portland, Oregon. Learn the characteristics of Tahoe and tour both habitats live to think critically about which location is best for his survival.
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April 10
2:00 PM ET
Spy School 101
by International Spy Museum
For Grades 5-6
Explore the shadow-world of espionage through the stories, artifacts, and tradecraft that only the Spy Museum can uncover. Students will learn about the shadow world and participate in various activities that will answer the question: Could you be a spy?
April 10
2:45 PM ET
Operation Pollination
by Longwood Gardens
For Grades 5-6
Discover the connection of living systems and investigate why and how flowering plants have developed with their pollinator partners. Gain an appreciation of this delicate relationship by identifying adaptations of plants and pollinators.
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THANK YOU
to this week's content providers!
GRATITUDE
to these additional content providers for kicking off our event last week!