14 free virtual learning resources for Seattle kids and parents during the COVID-19 pandemic

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With the news that K-12 classrooms statewide will remain closed for the rest of the school year, many parents are looking for supplemental resources to keep kids actively learning during this strange, unstructured time at home.

Luckily in the age of the Internet, many educational resources that combine learning and fun are available with the click of a button -- and some of them even look like real video games, with actual curriculum and learning goals involved.

From learning geography through Minecraft to science experiments you can do at home, keep reading for a full list of online educational resources you can access for free.

BrainPOP: Featuring short animated movies and quizzes in subjects ranging from grammar to genetics, BrainPOP integrates cartoons and games into learning for a fun educational experience.

Big History Project: With an emphasis on critical thinking, explore 13.8 billion years of Earth's history with self-guided videos and activities that cover everything from The Big Bang Theory to evolution.

Crash Course: Narrated by John and Hank Green, these entertaining videos make learning about world history and literature seem like watching a fast-paced animated movie. With a wide range of topics from astronomy to mythology, there's definitely enough videos to intrigue any and all grade levels.

Duolingo: Why not use this extra time to learn a new language? Duolingo offers personalized lesson plans, exercises and quizzes to help students learn languages like Spanish, Japanese and French.

Folklife Movin’ Around the World: Unfortunately, Northwest Folklife won't be happening as planned this year, but that doesn't mean you can't immerse yourself in a rich tapestry of cultures right from your living room. Their daily online programing is meant to teach children about culture through dance and music, making it an excellent way to get moving while still learning about different art forms.

Khan Academy: There's practically no subject area that Khan Academy doesn't cover. Their interactive videos walk you through complicated math problems step by step, and the website even features courses for AP accredited courses and placement tests such as the SAT for high school students.

Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory: Students interested in physics and space can use these scientist-grade online tools from Caltech to search for constellations, gravitational waves, and even discover black holes.

Minecraft Education Edition: Learning feels like a video games with this Minecraft-inspired tool that integrates the beloved building block game with subjects like geography, math and chemistry.

National Geographic for Kids: Find creative at-home science experiments, quizzes and environmental lessons using National Geographic's online resource.

PBS Learning Media: Their educational video series details everything from landmark Supreme Court cases to historical periods, and PBS's learning tools can suit a variety of grade levels. Their weekly News Quiz video keeps students up-to-date on current world events to help learn about civics and government.

Readworks: Build reading comprehension skills and vocabulary with daily reading passages and articles meant to challenge and expand a student's lexile. The resource also features lessons for English language learners and special education needs.

Scholastic Learn at Home: It might not be the same as going to a school's book fair, but Scholastic also has virtual book festivals that include Q&A sessions with authors to keep kids interested in reading and writing.

Virtual museum exhibits: From the Guggenheim to the Louvre, free online tours of museums can transport you to another place and time to learn about history, art and architecture. The Smithsonian also has a host of online tours and exhibits from natural history portals to a collection of Stan Lee's artwork.

Woodland Park Zoo To You: Woodland Park Zoo is closed to the public, but their team of zookeepers are doing a live sessions every Tuesday at 2 p.m. on Facebook with a different animals in their care. The handlers will be feeding the animals, answering audience questions and sharing fun facts about the species.

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