For an overview of how to help support your child’s reading, writing and maths learning (Years 1-8): Tips for parents
Reading:
Auckland Library ebook: https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/ebooks.aspx
Use your Auckland Libraries card to borrow ebooks and read using the Libby app. If you aren’t a member of the library you can sign up online.
Online stories: (all year levels)
Goodnight Kiwi: https://www.tvnz.co.nz/shows/goodnight-kiwi
Storytime RNZ: https://storytime.rnz.co.nz/
Suzy Cato’s Book Corner: https://youtube.com/ playlist?list= PL8GmwVKrwrAR9t36_ tUu9KU2mCuJnnPsP
The Story Time Family: https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UCvdUKabPUkx6p- zYlrxmJJw
Stories read by celebrities – Storyline Online: storylineonline.net
These publishers have activities available on their websites: (all year levels)
Popular Authors: (middle/ senior)
David Walliams: worldofdavidwalliams.com/ activities/
Dav Pilkey:
Captain Underpants: https://www. scholastic.com/site/pilkey/ dav-pilkey-at-home/printable- activities.html
Science & Nature: (all year levels)
Nature Alphabet Scavenger Hunt: https://www.kidsgreeningtaupo.org.nz/activities-nature-connection/alphabet-hunt?rq=alphabet%20scavenger%20hunt
Nature Activities: https://www.kidsgreeningtaupo.org.nz/activities-nature-connection/
New Zealand Geographic – daily activities: https://www.nzgeo.com/together-at-home/
Kiwi Conservation Club – https://kcc.org.nz/activities/
General: (all year levels)
Kiwi Kids News: https://www.kiwikidsnews.co.nz/
Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/
NZ Home Learning TV / Papa Kāinga https://www.tvnz.co.nz/shows/home-learning-tv
Our Auckland – https://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2021/09/keep-your-kids-busy-during-lockdown/
A selection of sites with activities for kids including: Auckland Zoo, Auckland Museum, MOTAT, Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, and Maritime Musuem
Auckland Museum: https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/your-museum/at-home/kids
Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra (APO): https://www.apo.co.nz/community-education/families/apo-make-do/
Te Papa Tongarewa Museum : https://www.tepapa.govt.nz/learn/kids-and-families
Includes online jigsaws, quizzes, and a free downloadable activity booklet
Auckland Transport:
- Search for and download the free GooseChase app in the app store (Android and iOS).
- Open the app and either play as a guest or sign up for a new account.
- Join the game by searching for ‘Travelwise Challenge’. Join as a family team.
- After joining, you will be taken straight to the mission list, so let’s go there!