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April 14, 2020 · 8:55 am

Five Things for Today: April 14, 2020

Fresh air and plenty of social distance

1. Hiking is still permitted for outdoor recreation during the coronavirus outbreak, and this WTOP article has really good tips for doing it safely.

2. Fatherly has some great tips for working from home right now. Yes, you’ve already seen a bunch, but maybe there’s a gem among these you haven’t heard about yet.

3. Synetic Theatre is streaming their 2015 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. If you’ve never experienced a Synetic show before (or even if you have), I highly recommend taking advantage of this opportunity. Like many of Synetic’s productions, it’s a wordless adaptation of a classic. And if it’s anything like others I’ve seen there, it tells a story through beautiful movement, gorgeous lighting, and clever sets. It’s a pay what you can model with “tickets” starting at $5. Older kids can probably enjoy it, too! (FYI: As noted on the website, disregard the time of your ticket — you can watch the performance anytime.)

4. If you had air travel planned during this time or have a reservation for a flight coming up and now won’t be going, this Conde Nast Traveler article has info on your options.

5. The videos of Max Greenfield (Schmidt from New Girl) and his daughter as they homeschool are so good!

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April 13, 2020 · 9:03 am

Five Things for Today: April 13, 2020

Distance learning…. about funny cats?

1. Arts on the Horizon, which usually presents adorable productions especially for really young audiences, is now doing a Virtual Storytime Series for little ones (also adorable).

2. And for older kids… In his role as National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, beloved best selling author Jason Reynolds will connect directly with young people online during this time. Starting tomorrow, April 14, Reynolds will debut his first initiative in support of his platform GRAB THE MIC: Tell Your Story, including a monthly newsletter for parents and educators focused on relevant topics of the day and a biweekly video series intended to inspire creativity in young people, titled “Write. Right. Rite.” Tune in tomorrow for more! And read about one of our Jason Reynolds experiences here.

3. A must read for parents of teens — includes great advice for managing their particular circumstances right now.

4. If you’re going to the grocery store, here are tips for shopping safely.

5. These works of beach art are so beautiful and riveting — and potential inspiration for creative projects with nature.

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Five Things for Today: April 12, 2020

Happy Easter!

1. If you’re looking for some last minute Easter fun with kiddos to do at home, you might find some ideas here and here. (And be creative… say, if you don’t have plastic eggs, cut paper into egg shapes and draw or write on them, etc.)

2. Air and Space Anywhere lets you enjoy the fave-of-many Smithsonian museum from wherever you are. Access virtual tours, games & activities, podcasts, K-12 programs and more.

3. All KFDC coronavirus content has been consolidated to one page. Even more, ideas for kid activities and recs for parents that have been included in these “Five Things” posts have been added in where it fits (and will continue to be) for easier reference.

4. While first responders are on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19, some may need high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for their children. Bright Horizons has partnered with #FirstRespondersFirst to open child care hubs around the country for health care workers, including one on L Street on Downtown DC. If this would meet a need for you or someone you know, visit the website for more information.

5. A couple of weeks ago I mentioned the OurStreets Supplies app, which works kind of like Waze but for necessary supplies, was about to launch… Well, it’s now available, and you can use it to see what local stores have in stock — and whether you can social distance there safely — before you go. It’s already been very handy and helpful for us!

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