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The Ickabog
Read (and Help Illustrate) J.K. Rowling’s New Book “The Ickabog”

Author J.K. Rowling, best known for the “Harry Potter” series, is releasing her first children’s book in several years – and best of all, readers all over the world can access “The Ickabog” for FREE online. The book will be released a chapter or two at a time starting May
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Crash Course Science For Middle School Kids

If you have kids in middle school learning at home, then you need to check out Crash Course Kids! They are a Youtube based educational channel that offers free, high quality video science lessons. There are over 100 videos available on their channel, each one offering a condensed crash course on
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The Body Coach Offers Online P.E. Classes For Kids

Great news parents . . . more help has arrived! Whether you’re new to homeschooling or a seasoned veteran, everyone can appreciate all the awesome virtual resources becoming available due to COVID-19 isolation. Get your kids moving and involved in an online P.E. (Physical Education) class specifically created for families
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Home-Style Versions Of Popular Cheesecake Factory Recipes

If you’re like me, you’re getting a little bit tired of cooking the same old thing day after day. It’s time for some fresh inspiration! The Cheesecake Factory has released some of their most popular dishes for you to make at home. There are more than 2 dozen recipes in
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Support Heart, Brain and Mental Health At Home

Supporting whole health is not an easy task, even under favourable conditions. But while living in an ever-changing pandemic world, it feels even more difficult. However, The Heart and Stroke Foundation is making it easier for families to learn together and stay healthy at home. You can be empowered to
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Get Your Sweat On With Edmonton Recreation

Getting bored with your regular workout routine at home? Want to try a new exercise class? You’ll love getting your sweat on with City of Edmonton Recreation live workouts! They are sharing new workouts every week – including yoga, barre, weight training and more. Most of us have been doing
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Missing The Library? Use EPL From Home!

The library has always been one of my family’s favourite places to be and my kids are desperately missing our weekly visits! While it’s not quite the same as browsing the rows of books in person, you can still enjoy learning from home with online resources from the Edmonton Public
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Harry Potter Online Hub For Isolated Wizards

Even wizards have to practice social distancing, but they shouldn’t have to be bored at home! Wizarding World is bringing Hogwarts to isolated wizards across the globe with the Harry Potter at Home online hub. It has everything from quizzes and puzzles, to articles and drawing tutorials – all of
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Read-Along With Celebrities And PBS Kids Authors

Take time to slow down and snuggle on the couch with your kids while listening to an online story time! Every week, find new read-along stories by celebrities and PBS Kids authors on their Facebook page and YouTube channel. After listening, head to the PBS Kids website to find crafts, printables
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Get Baking (And Cooking!) With Disney Parks Recipes

If you’ve ever been to Disney then you know just how good food tastes there! My mouth is watering just thinking about out the delicious eats, and its been over 3 years since we visited Disney World! Since most of us are spending more time at home, cooking, eating and
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