{"id":13583,"date":"2022-07-25T15:03:20","date_gmt":"2022-07-25T14:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/educationandfamilies\/?page_id=13583"},"modified":"2026-01-15T15:08:55","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T15:08:55","slug":"educational-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.devon.gov.uk\/children-families-education\/education\/elective-home-education\/educational-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Secondary educational resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Marine Aquarium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On Wednesdays during term-time, Home Educated children between the ages of 4-16 can visit the Aquarium for just \u00a35.50 each, with 1 free adult per family*. Also on the last Wednesday of each month during term-time, Ocean Conservation Trust run an exciting Ocean-themed workshop. Each 90 minute session is aligned with the national curriculum and emphasizes Ocean conservation. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/oceanconservationtrust.org\/ocean-experiences\/education\/home-education-at-the-national-marine-aquarium\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Aquarium Home Education Page<\/a> to find out more and book a place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GCSE music tuition and pre GCSE classes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Message from Isobel Plusnin, Okehampton Music Centre Coordinator and director of community links-sw CIC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Hello, I run a Music Centre in Okehampton which has been going for 10 years. I am also a home educator of a 16 year old who is very keen on Music. I know how hard GCSE music can be for home educated children, we (Okehampton Music Centre) are working hard to be able to offer GCSE music tuition to any home educated children that would be interested, we would like to offer pre GCSE classes too. The aim is to do this at as low a cost as possible, we will not be making a profit just covering costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We would be grateful if you could fill out an expression of interest form using this <a href=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=2PGnHtIZUEysIDgNiStVZ4LeuRommxlAnu_ZmTFvHFFURVBWN1AzSUFHTUVHWUNFVzRHSkdQTjM1RC4u&amp;route=shorturl\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/forms.office.com\/pages\/responsepage.aspx?id=2PGnHtIZUEysIDgNiStVZ4LeuRommxlAnu_ZmTFvHFFURVBWN1AzSUFHTUVHWUNFVzRHSkdQTjM1RC4u&amp;route=shorturl\" rel=\"noopener\">link<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.communitylinks-sw.co.uk\/okehampton-music-centre\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Okehampton Music Centre webpage<\/a> to find out more information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Open University Elective Home Education Hub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Open University have just launched the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.open.edu\/openlearn\/education-development\/elective-home-education-hub?filter=date\/grid\/all\/all\/all\/all\/all\/all\" rel=\"noopener\">Elective Home Education Hub<\/a>, produced by the Open University on OpenLearn. This hub is a collection of free resources, including articles and badged open courses tailored to support home educators and home-educated young people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eden at home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Eden Project has created <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edenproject.com\/learn\/eden-at-home\" rel=\"noopener\">Eden at home<\/a> offering free resources and ideas for everyone at home, including \u2018How to make your own den\u2019, \u2018Tips for fighting climate change\u2019 and a delicious \u2018Goan vegetable curry recipe\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">RAMM Online Learning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore <a href=\"https:\/\/rammuseum.org.uk\/learning\/online-learning\/?dm_i=2XZ1,1HZME,9HGIYY,5ZLRI,1\" rel=\"noopener\">RAMM\u2019s online resources<\/a> that support teaching and learning at home. Based on their collections and local links, the online learning pages are crammed full of historical facts, fun learning opportunities and creative ideas to inspire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Resources on the Second World War, Roman Devon or Ancient Egypt are intended for Key Stage 2 pupils, and resources on the Transatlantic Slave Trade were created with Key Stage 3 in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you enjoy using the online resources, please do leave RAMM some <a href=\"https:\/\/uk.culturecounts.cc\/s\/4bFknq\" rel=\"noopener\">feedback<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information please contact: <a href=\"mailto:ramm.extra@exeter.gov.uk\">ramm.extra@exeter.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">RAMM Discover Arts Awards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artsaward.org.uk\/site\/?id=2300\" rel=\"noopener\">Arts Award Discover<\/a> is a certificate and introductory award for children and young people. It is also a creative and fun way to find out about RAMM and the many different things the museum has in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can achieve your Discover Arts Award at RAMM any day of the week. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/rammuseum.org.uk\/learning\/discover-arts-awards\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Discover Arts Awards page<\/a> on the RAMM website to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Libraries Unlimited Secret Book Quest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Secret Book Quest is an exciting new reading challenge for children aged five years old and over. Read a total of 50 books to collect all the stickers, decipher the code, and win a special prize.<br>To sign up for free, simply visit your local library and speak to a member of staff who will give you your very own Secret Book Quest journal, the first sticker in your collection and a bookmark to record the secret codes for the new digital interactive website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.librariesunlimited.org.uk\/projects\/the-secret-book-quest\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Libraries Unlimited website<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Storytelling Week 2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Storytelling Week will take place from <strong>31 January to 8 February.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/literacytrust.org.uk\/resources\/national-storytelling-week\/\" rel=\"noopener\">National Literacy Trust \u2018National Storytelling Week 2024\u2019<\/a> page for ideas and activities for storytelling, including free online events and resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duolingo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The free, fun, and effective way to learn a language! Visit the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.duolingo.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\"> Duolingo website<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TED-Ed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lessons worth sharing and animations that can support them. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/ed.ted.com\/about\" rel=\"noopener\">TED-Ed website<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Royal Academy of Arts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspired by the RA\u2019s world class exhibitions, leading artists and architects the Royal Academy of Arts have added a range of creative activities for you and your family. Visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalacademy.org.uk\/families\" rel=\"noopener\">webpage<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duke of Edinburgh Award with Space Youth Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although young people get the chance to complete their DofE award at school, if you are home educated, you can still get involved by using one of the open award groups across the county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three levels to the award:<br>Bronze \u2013 14+ years<br>Silver \u2013 15+ years<br>Gold \u2013 16+ years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For each level you need to complete these sections:<br>Skills \/ Physical \/ Volunteering<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Each level is completed with an Expedition, which means you get to go outdoors! The Award can be matched to your interests; it is up to you how you achieve each section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are open award groups across Devon, so visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.spaceyouthservices.org\/what-we-do\/duke-of-edinburgh-award\" rel=\"noopener\">Space &#8216;Duke of Edinburgh&#8217; webpage<\/a> and contact Space who will be able to connect you with your nearest one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Devon Libraries<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Devon Libraries are a great resource. You can look at and borrow books, find out information and use library computers, all for free. Libraries also offer free activities for children and adults throughout the year, like the &#8216;Year 6 &amp; 7 Book Group&#8217; at Crediton Library, Saturday Board Game Club at Buckfastleigh Library and the Children and Teen Book Groups at South Molton. All the details and more can be found on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devonlibraries.org.uk\/web\/arena\/events\" rel=\"noopener\">Devon Libraries Events page&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The activities are there to support the children and young people&nbsp;in developing a love of reading and gaining confidence, so check in on the website regularly or in person at your local library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.devonlibraries.org.uk\/web\/arena\/children\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more at the Devon Libraries website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Theatre of Science<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TheatreofScience\/about\" rel=\"noopener\">Theatre of Science<\/a> gives you access to an award-winning science teacher streaming free, live lessons for all ages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2018All ages\u2019 science lesson: Thursdays 12pm UK time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>iGCSE Physics lesson: Wednesdays 10am.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lego story time science show! Thursdays at 2pm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You will also find past live lessons available to view at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TheatreofScience\/about\" rel=\"noopener\">Theatre of Science<\/a> with even more lessons and shows streaming live on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/theatreofscience\" rel=\"noopener\">&#8216;Theatre of Science&#8217; Facebook page<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BBC Teach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/teach\" rel=\"noopener\">BBC Teach website<\/a> is home to thousands of free curriculum-mapped videos, arranged by age-group and subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seneca Learning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/senecalearning.com\/en-GB\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Seneca Learning<\/a> is free and uses a fun way to learn at KS2, KS3, GCSE &amp; A Level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The 2 Minute Foundation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/2minute.org\/Education\" rel=\"noopener\">The 2 Minute Foundation<\/a> is a registered charity, that encourages everyone to play their part and clean up our planet, 2 minutes at a time. On this page you&#8217;ll find 6 lessons which are about 35 minutes long and have resources and activities included. You&#8217;ll also find 6 mini videos for your 2 Minutes on the Beach inspiration. If you have any questions, are interested in finding out more or would like to visit us in person, then contact Claire to find out more: <a href=\"mailto:claire@2minute.org\">claire@2minute.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Revising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getrevising.co.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Get Revising<\/a> offers access to smart revision tools proven to boost your grades. Gives suggestions on creating a study plan, revision tools and past papers, for example<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The \u00a32 Tuition Hub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/the2poundtuitionhub.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\">The \u00a32 Tuition Hub<\/a> is a group of home-edders who organise tuition for \u00a32 a class. They wanted the very best teachers to be teaching their kids at an affordable price.&nbsp; If you\u2019d like your child to learn, have fun and meet others, have a look at their <a href=\"https:\/\/the2poundtuitionhub.com\/ourtimetable\/\" rel=\"noopener\">current timetable<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuition that puts your child\u2019s happiness and wellbeing at the centre of everything. No pressure in terms of participating (no need to put camera or mic on for example)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tuition that\u2019s very high quality. All of the teachers are either very experienced qualified teachers or experts in their area (for example Rosie has a performing arts school, Martin has an MBE for his services to astronomy etc)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Doddle Academy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Award-winning learning apps for children<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Award-winning maths and English apps for ages 4-14<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designed by teachers and fully curriculum aligned<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loved by over 1 million children worldwide<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re looking to help your child catch up, stay on track or progress to the next level, Doodle is there to help! Covering the core areas of maths and English, their four apps will create your child a unique work programme precisely tailored to their needs, helping to boost their confidence and ability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out more visit <a href=\"https:\/\/doodlelearning.com\/for-parents\" rel=\"noopener\">Doddle Academy Parent pages<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dartmoor Youth Rangers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dartmoor National Park established the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dartmoor.gov.uk\/enjoy-dartmoor\/dartmoor-rangers\/dartmoor-youth-rangers\" rel=\"noopener\">Youth Ranger Programme<\/a> in 2015. It offers people between the ages of 12-17 a chance to develop a deeper understanding and passion for Dartmoor, as well as developing practical and personal skills<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Paignton Zoo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Home educators are able to take advantage of reduced education rates for entry.<br>These prices are available with the following conditions:<br>\u2022 Children must be aged 5\u201318<br>\u2022 Term time entry during usual school hours (Mon-Fri, 10am to 3pm)<br>\u2022 All visits must be pre-booked<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/paigntonzoo.org.uk\/educational-visits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Paignton Zoo website<\/a> for more information and to book your visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Literary Trust<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Family Zone &#8211; You will find lots of tips and fun activity ideas for building children&#8217;s language, literacy and communication skills from home at the National Literacy Trust. They are all broken down into age categories. <a href=\"https:\/\/wordsforlife.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more at the Family Zone webpages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zone In&nbsp;&#8211; For young people over 13 \u2018Zone In\u2019 is for you. Get tips on boosting reading, writing, speaking and listening skills on <a href=\"https:\/\/wordsforlife.org.uk\/zone-in\/\" rel=\"noopener\">the&nbsp;Zone In&nbsp;webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Books Beyond Words<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Books Beyond Words has produced a range of free picture stories and illustrated guides to support people with learning disabilities and autism through the coronavirus pandemic. They include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Love in Lockdown<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Protecting ourselves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beating the Virus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Testing for coronavirus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental health, end of life and bereavement resources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Secure settings resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out more and to access the guides, <a href=\"https:\/\/booksbeyondwords.co.uk\/coping-with-coronavirus\/#Beating-the-virus\" rel=\"noopener\">visit the&nbsp;Books Beyond Words&nbsp;website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">At Home with Aerospace Bristol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore a range of fun and educational activities and resources to enjoy at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This page is filled with learning activities and information, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How to make your own airshow<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coding challenges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discovering coordinates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Careers in engineering<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/aerospacebristol.org\/at-home-with-aerospace-bristol\" rel=\"noopener\">At Home with Aerospace Bristol<\/a> to find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Life Science Centre Online<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Life Goes Online is a new project to bring Life Science Centre into your home and help visitors continue to feel part of the Life community during these challenging times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes this content will be videos of science experiments that you can try at home or a science demonstration that can&#8217;t be done at home but you can watch to learn something new and be amazed. Other times, the content may be an activity sheet that you can download and print at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.life.org.uk\/life-goes-online\" rel=\"noopener\">Go to the Life Goes Online website to find out more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Met Office activities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Met Office has added some educational activities to do at home. They include bite-size DIY activities and experiments for young people to work through in their own homes, from &#8216;making lightning&#8217; to &#8216;forecasting fact-busters&#8217;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the links on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.metoffice.gov.uk\/weather\/learn-about\/met-office-for-schools\/other-content\/diy-activities-and-experiments\" rel=\"noopener\">DIY activities and experiments webpage<\/a> to access the activity sheets and find out more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Thrive &#8211; Wellbeing Toolkit Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Resource categories include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>activities for children up to 11yrs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>activities for children up to 16yrs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>activities for children up to 7yrs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>free toolkit of strategies and activities to help you now!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Access all of the above on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thriveapproach.com\/resources\" rel=\"noopener\">Thrive Approach website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STEM&nbsp;Learning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Home learning support for families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To support parents and carers STEM Learning&#8217;s subject experts have put together a selection of activities and materials, which are free for everyone to access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These exciting activity collections contain a range of fun, hands-on activities that can be used to engage primary and secondary-aged children with science, technology, engineering and maths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They require little or no equipment so are suitable for any classroom or home learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.stem.org.uk\/home-learning\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more on the STEM Home learning support for families page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Blue Peter badges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child would like to earn a Blue Peter badge but doesn&#8217;t know which one to go for, there is a quiz to take to find out the perfect Blue Peter badge for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/cbbc\/joinin\/about-blue-peter-badges\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more on the Blue Peter badge website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ICAN&#8217;s Talking Point<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talking Point is there to help parents who are concerned about their child\u2019s development. The website has a wealth of&nbsp;information to help you understand and support children and young people\u2019s speech, language and communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icancharity.org.uk\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more by visiting&nbsp;I CAN&#8217;s Talking Point<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital Library<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Devon Libraries have been increasing their catalogue of eBooks and eAudiobooks for children including Beginner Reads collection. This means that families who do not currently have access to books from school can find new things to read via their laptops, tablets, eReaders or smartphones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the grownups in addition to eBooks there\u2019s free access to eMagazines, newspapers and other digital resources such as Ancestry Online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will need to be a library member to access these resources but joining online is free and easy using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.devonlibraries.org.uk\/web\/arena\/join-thelibrary\" rel=\"noopener\">the Devon Libraries website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">STAR SEND Toolkit (Childnet International)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.childnet.com\/resources\/star-send-toolkit\" rel=\"noopener\">The&nbsp;Childnet International STAR&nbsp;SEND&nbsp;Toolkit<\/a>&nbsp;is an extensive teaching toolkit to support educators with the relevant knowledge they need to help young people with special educational needs and disabilities to manage the internet and its risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The resources are aimed at young people with SEND in key stages 3 and 4 and can be adapted for the needs of different young people and settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Wave Project<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Wave Project&nbsp;started in 2010 and became&nbsp;the world\u2019s first \u2018surf therapy\u2019 course funded by a government health service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It continues to support young people and its mission is to enable those who are struggling to prove to themselves that &#8220;I can do it!&#8221;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Wave Project created a number of activity books that were intended to keep you and your children busy through lockdown. 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It is designed so you can easily find trusted resources to help with home schooling linked to age groups, themes and curriculum areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In these difficult times they have tried to group their resources to help, so you can use the filters to&nbsp;search by age or subject or even by the type of resource you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you could select, Maths, for seven to eight-year-olds, and work sheets, and let the system do the rest!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/staywise.co.uk\/public\" rel=\"noopener\">Go to the StayWise website to find out more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Marine Aquarium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Marine Aquarium delivered free live lessons using YouTube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see recordings of these if you tune into the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/NMAPlymouth\" rel=\"noopener\">Aquarium&#8217;s Youtube Channel<\/a> or for more information, go to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.national-aquarium.co.uk\/learning-at-the-aquarium\/\" rel=\"noopener\">National Marine Aquarium website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">National Literacy Trust<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Literacy Trust&#8217;s &#8216;Words for Life&#8217; site is packed with free, fun activities to improve reading and writing skills for ages 0-12 years to try at home. 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Stick Man, Zog, The Highway Rat and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information on the free Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Home Learning Packs go to this <a href=\"http:\/\/resource-bank.scholastic.co.uk\/content\/FREE-Julia-Donaldson-and-Axel-Scheffler-Home-Learning-Packs-40114\" rel=\"noopener\">Scholastic webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disney on Stage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fun activities to do with your family at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many families and young people will be learning at home for a while, so over the coming weeks, Disney on Stage will be showcasing some of the most popular parts of Disney Theatrical\u2019s free education programmes. There will be&nbsp;activities from The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Aladdin, Frozen, and a selection of Careers in Theatres videos and podcasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information and to bookmark the&nbsp;page, so you can keep checking back for free activities, resources and videos, go to this&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/disneyonstage.co.uk\/education\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Disney On Stage Education Resource&nbsp;webpage<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BBC Bitesize<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BBC Bitesize offers lessons, videos, quizzes, and downloadable timetables, along with practical advice from primary age to post-16.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A full range of subjects can be accessed at a click of a button from Literacy and Numeracy to Spanish and Art and Design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will also find the daily Newsround bulletin where you can catch up with the latest news stories around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/bitesize\" rel=\"noopener\">Find out more on the Bitesize website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ZOO discovery from the Zoological Society of London (ZSL)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The site offers access to animal activity sheets for ages 3 all the way up to 16, along with educational activities from animal art and bug hunting to brushing up on keeper counting skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Who said learning can\u2019t be fun? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zsl.org\/learning-resources\" rel=\"noopener\">Take a look at the ZSL website to find out more<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, London Zoo provides links to some of the webcams, live streams, animal antics and behind-the-scenes updates at the zoo. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zsl.org\/zsl-london-zoo\/virtual-london-zoo?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIloGclcST7gIVgarVCh2-mATbEAAYAiAAEgKSgfD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds\" rel=\"noopener\">You can access these at Virtual London Zoo<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Institute of Engineering and Technology<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/education.theiet.org\/key-stage-1-2-3-and-4-free-stem-resources\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Free STEM resources for primary and secondary school children<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engage your child and keep them busy and learning at home with the available home learning teaching resources and activities for 4-16 years old (key stages 1 to 4) including lesson plans, handouts and videos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oak National Academy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The online classroom offers free access to teachers delivering video lessons, quizzes and worksheets. 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Ideal for families and children staying home and looking to fill their time with fun, factual and coin-related activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children of the Forest<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Children of the Forest run sessions called &#8216;Free to Learn&#8217; for home-educating children to attend, without their parents or carers, every Wednesday and Thursday in term time. The Forest School is based in 3 acres of private woodland in Uffculme, near Cullompton (EX15 3FJ)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They are an Ofsted registered childcare Forest School run by two former teachers, Gemma and Lewis. 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