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Juggling our new “virtual” lives isn’t easy. We’re all learning how to best support our children’s learning in this new normal. Arizona Science Center is here to help. Think of us as your new virtual classroom resource for bringing science to life at home. From weekly lesson plans to hands-on experiments and even DIY activities we’re here to make learning together at home a little easier for you and a lot more fun for the whole family.
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Wide Open School
Grades: All Ages
Wide Open School is a free collection of the best online learning experiences for kids curated by the editors at Common Sense. There is so much good happening, and we are here to gather great stuff and organize it so teachers and families can easily find it and plan each day.
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Making masks at the Arizona Science Center
Grades: All Ages
Protecting yourself in public is very important right now amid the coronavirus pandemic. FOX 10's Ty Brennan learned how to make your own face covering at the Arizona Science Center.
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Astronaut gives advice on handling isolation during coronavirus crisis
Grades: All Ages
NASA’s Peggy Whitson has spent more time aboard the International Space Station than any other American. She’s spent 665 days in space, including a stretch lasting longer than nine months, earning her the nickname the “Space Ninja.” Whitson joins “CBS This Morning” to give tips on handling isolation during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Where to Donate PPE and Other Supplies in Maricopa County
Grades: All Ages
A surge in the number of COVID-19 cases in the United States is straining the supply of personal protective equipment (PPE). Maricopa County has created a drop off location for those interested in donating surgical masks, thermometers, hand sanitizer, paper towels, disinfectant wipes and more.
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Free Grab-and-Go Meals for Kids 18 and Younger
Grades: All Ages
Due to the recent school closings, many districts are providing FREE grab and go breakfast and lunch to kids 18 and younger. Participating school districts, and their feeding locations and hours, are linked to below.
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At-Home Learning Tips From an Educator Mom
Grades: All Ages
As your home is now a classroom and you find yourself facilitating learning, don’t be burdened with the stress of wondering, “Am I doing this right?” Check out these awesome resources from PBS Kids that are sure to make home learning epic.
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Valley 3D Printers Creating Face Shields for Medical Worker
Grades: All Ages
Arizona Science Center is proud to be part of the effort using three-dimensional printers running across the Valley to produce face shields for medical workers at Banner Health.
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COVID-19: Exercise when ill; what’s okay and what’s not
Grades: All Ages
Exercise is important for a healthy body and mind, but if you're feeling under the weather, you may wonder what's OK to tackle or if you should hang up your sneakers.
The coronavirus isn’t alive. That’s why it’s so hard to kill.
Grades: All Ages
The science behind what makes this coronavirus so sneaky, deadly and difficult to defeat. Viruses have spent billions of years perfecting the art of surviving without living — a frighteningly effective strategy that makes them a potent threat in today’s world.
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World Health Organization COVID-19 Mythbusters
Grades: All Ages
Collected by the World Health Organization (WHO), offers these answers to frequently asked questions and myths surrounding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
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NASA at Home
Grades: All Ages
With many of us indoors, NASA has created a window into the universe. NASA at Home is a one-stop-shop filled with podcasts, educational activities, do-it-yourself projects and more.
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NASA Image Library
Grades: All Ages
Looking for some inspiration for your next video call's virtual background? Check out the thousands of images available on NASA's image library.
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Cox Connect2Compete
Grades: All Ages
Home internet is now an essential tool for today’s education. Through Connect2Compete, Cox opens a world of opportunity for families by providing low-cost, home internet with wifi—for only $9.95 per month
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Symptom Tracker From Banner Health
Symptoms of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) may appear 2-14 days after exposure. In 80% of patients, COVID-19 causes only mild cold symptoms. The elderly, and those with pre-existing medical conditions, appear to be more vulnerable to the virus. If you or a loved one has concerning symptoms, Banner Health has a digital triage tool that can help you evaluate your symptoms and recommend treatment options.
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Make Easy, Science-Based DIY Hand Sanitizer
Grades: All Ages
As coronavirus concerns continue, wash-wash-wash those hands. When you can’t, fight back with this easy, science-based DIY hand sanitizer recipe that meets CDC standards.
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