30+ Things to Do With Kids This Week...Virtually! (April 13--19)

30+ Things to Do With Kids This Week…Virtually! (April 13–19)

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April 10, 2020

We’re a month into this now, and it doesn’t appear to be ending anytime soon. So keep busy and have some fun at home with our roundup of this week’s virtual activities!

See this: #PhillyFromHome: How To Virtually Visit Your Favorite Philly Attractions While in Quarantine

All Week

(See below this list for live events that happen on specific days)

Virtual Spring Break at the Museum of the American Revolution

April 6—17

The museum hosts a line-up of choose-your-own virtual adventures including make-at-home craft activities using household items, virtual storytime, living history demonstrations for all ages, weekly colonial cooking demos, and more.

Busy Buddhas Free Yoga for Ages 0-5

Daily at 10 am

Explore yoga through poses, breathing, singing, games, stories, and more. Be sure to have your favorite stuffed animal or lovey ready to play yoga with you!

Music Monkey Jungle

Daily at 10 am

Join Lori from MMJ every morning on Facebook for singalongs, fun, and playtime.

Virtual Aquarium Visits

Weekdays at 10 am and 1 pm

South Carolina Aquarium will host two virtual visits on Facebook a day, guided by an educator trained in STEM-based learning.

Live Science Fun with Sciencenter

Weekdays at 10:30 am

Each weekday, join Sciencenter for free Zoom science activities! List of supplies and zoom link is listed on the link in the title.

PreK Activity Time with Zhang Sah

Weekdays at 11 am

Zhang Sah #PHLpreK teachers will provide free activities like story reading and drawing lessons every weekday at 11 am on Facebook Live.

Standby Book Club with Greg Pizzoli

Weekdays at 11 am

Author/illustrator Greg Pizzoli (The Watermelon Seed, Goodnight Owl) is holding daily book readings, drawing sessions, and more. We tuned in last week, and we highly recommend catching a session!

Mandarin Storytime

Weekdays at noon

Language Sprout hosts daily Mandarin storytimes on Facebook.

French Storytime

Weekdays at 12:30 pm

Language Sprout also hosts daily French storytimes on Facebook.

Pete the Cat Club

Weekdays at 1 pm

James Dean reads from his Pete the Cat series and leads a fun video every day on Instagram.

Ballet Instruction with Tiler Peck

Weekdays at 1 pm

Tiler Peck, principal dancer at New York City Ballet, is teaching free daily ballet classes every day live on Instagram.

Philly Zoo at 2

Weekdays at 2 pm

Explore the zoo, go behind the scenes, talk with experts, and meet some of the zoo’s most amazing creatures every day on Facebook. They’re even gearing up to introduce new babies that haven’t been introduced yet to the public as the series goes on!

Zhang Sah STEM Masters

Weekdays at 2 pm

A daily lesson using martial arts to teach STEM on Facebook Live.

The Rock and Roll Playhouse: Live From The Playroom

Weekdays at 3 pm

Rock out with free musical livestreams from the New York branch of the Rock and Roll Playhouse concerts you’ve come to love in Ardmore!

Home Safari Facebook Live with the Cincinnati Zoo

Weekdays at 3 pm

Every afternoon, the Cincinnati Zoo will highlight one of their animals and include an activity you can do from home on Facebook Live.

Mac’s Book Club Show with Author Mac Barnett

Weekdays at 3 pm

Book reading and discussion every day on the author’s Instagram at 3 pm.

Nimble Craft Daily Craft

Daily on Instagram

Daily craft projects posted on Instagram, with instructions and supplies lists in Instastories each day.

Kix@Six

Weekdays at 6 pm

Zhang Sah hosts free daily lockdown happy hour mini-workouts on Facebook Live.

ZoomDance Live Bedtime Story

Weekdays at 7 pm

Tune into Facebook Live for stories and songs every night.

Nightly Met Opera Streams

Daily at 7:30 pm

Stream a different opera on the Metropolitan Opera’s website each night!

Virtual Party with a Princess!

Princess Bonnie will sing, tell stories, and does an amazing Queen Elsa (as well as so many other princesses and characters, just check our her page). When my newly six-year-old daughter had her Facebook Live with Elsa, she even turned water into snow right in front of our eyes! I still don’t know how she did that, other than that she must actually be magic. DM her over Facebook and reserve a time—we even debriefed her on our daughter’s long storied friendship with Elsa to keep things consistent!

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Monday

Vitality Virtual Yoga

April 13, 9:30 am

Local instructor Vitality Fitness by Ava shares live yoga practice for kids ages 3 and up. If you miss it at 9:30 am, it will remain on the Facebook event page for later viewing.

Knights & Princesses Gym Class

April 13, 10 am

Romp n’ Roll hosts a free royalty themed gym class for toddlers and preschoolers on Facebook Live.

Shark Story Hour

April 13, 10 am

Atlantic White Shark Conservancy hosts a free Facebook Live sharky storytime, followed by a Q&A session.

Snapology Online: Mob Builder

April 13, 11 am—noon

Snapology hosts an online class for ages 5-12 via Zoom. Bring the mob characters to life in this Minecraft-inspired program. Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Roots with Ruark Live on Zoom

April 13, 11:30 am

Kids ages 5 and under can sing, move, and groove with musician Ruark Downey live on Zoom.

Rhythm Babies’ Music/Art Fusion Class

April 13, noon

Join Miss Julie for art projects and sing-alongs! Transform simple everyday household items into works of art you can play or fold. Appropriate for children 4-7 years old. Pre-register online.

Free Jojo Siwa Lookalike Dance Class

April 13, noon

A Jojo lookalike will be teaching some signature dance moves on Facebook live in this free 30-minute class.

‘There’s a Dragon in My Backpack’: Chapters 5 and 6 with Penn Wynne Library

April 13, 1 pm

Ms. Lindsay will be reading from the book There’s a Dragon in My Backpack by Tom Nicoll. The event must be streamed live, and will not be saved after it has ended. The library will return and continue to read chapters weekly.

Science Storytime with Bee the Scientist

April 13, 2 pm

Storytime is aimed at learners Pre-K through 3rd grade, but perfect for the whole family! Bee will read a book or two live, incorporating her science facilitation skills.

Snapology presents Star Wars: Planets & Cities

April 13, 2 pm

Students will use LEGOs to recreate their favorite city, planet habitat, or make up their own Star Wars inspired scene! Class takes place on Zoom and is for ages 5-14. Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Free Introduction to Java

April 13, 5 pm

Code Ninjas host a free Javascript game building session for kids age 7 and up. Space is limited, so sign up online to reserve your spot.

Minding your Child’s Mind (and Yours!)

April 13, 8:30 pm

This class offers parents skills to find personal peace of mind and wisdom as well as techniques to show children how to regulate their emotions. Classes provide insight into the child’s developmental continuum of social awareness and emotional balance, featured in the MIND framework for parents. Join online via PlayArts’ website.

Tuesday

Chinese Learning Lab

April 14, 9 am (ages 8 weeks-2 years); 10 am (ages 3 and up)

From finger puppets to card games; from sing-alongs to animal calls, Chinese Learning Lab with Ms. Tu provides family members, young and strong, with exciting and intuitive learning opportunities of basic linguistic elements and culture. Join the class online via the PlayArts website.

Toddler Dance Class

April 14, 9:15—9:30 am

Phoenix Arts hosts a fun sing-along and dance class for you and your little one! 15 minutes of fun to get your body moving. You’ll need a scarf, lightweight shirt, or towel to use as a prop this week. Join on Facebook.

Knights & Princesses Movement Class

April 14, 10 am

Romp n’ Roll hosts a free music and movement class for toddlers and preschoolers on Facebook Live.

Tiara and Wand Making

April 14, 10 am

Become a princess or prince by making your own tiara (or crown) and wand. You will learn how to make these out of fun craft materials such as pipe cleaners, beads, and more! Pre-register online.

Feminism & Frozen

April 14, 10 am

This one-time online class for ages 10-14 will discuss both films in the Frozen franchise and address how we can view them through a feminist-inspired lens. Register online to reserve your spot.

Ocean Zones Density Lab

April 14, 10 am

Atlantic White Shark Conservancy hosts a science lab you can try at home!

Fairytale Ballerinas

April 14, 10:15 am

Each Fairytale Ballet class incorporates childhood literature with ballet, costumes, props and classical music every week for a magical experience! Classes are available anytime online the day they are scheduled. For ages 3-4. Pre-register online.

Settlement Kids: Live

April 14, 10:30 am

Keep your kids entertained, engaged, and connected with free music and dance shows brought right to your home by Settlement Music School. Their Playshop, Workshop, and Creative Movement teachers will get you dancing, singing, and smiling on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Snapology presents Ninja Adventures

April 14, 11 am—noon

Snapology hosts an online class for ages 5-14 via Zoom. Students will use LEGOs to create an action-packed adventure story! Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Free Webinar: Introduction to Portuguese (Ages 2-5)

April 14, 11 am

Through an interactive lesson, kids ages 2-5 will learn basic Portuguese words and numbers, join a sing-a-long, and learn about Brazilian culture! Free; pre-register online.

Live with Anna

April 14, 11 am

A virtual Zoom party with your Frozen friend– stories, singing, and more! Book online.

Ballet Tea Party: Dance Class

April 14, 11:15 am

Break out your tutus, your tights, or whatever feels best to twirl in, and learn basic ballet positions and movements to work on coordination and balance. Pre-register online.

Kids’ Pizza Class

April 14, 11:30 am

In this virtual cooking class, families will learn how to make their own pizzas, including how to make your own pizza dough! Pre-register online.

New Parent Virtual Support Group

April 14, 1 pm

Kith + Kin’s new parent support groups are facilitated by trained doulas who help guide the transition into the new role of parenthood. Share stories, ask hard questions, and more. Pay what you can; join on Zoom via Kith + Kin’s website.

Lincoln Center Pop-Up Classroom

April 14, 2 pm

Kids will create and perform a dance based on opposites in this free choreography workshop via Facebook live.

Sing The Songs from ‘The Greatest Showman’

April 14, 2 pm

Learn sing and dance to songs from the exciting and uplifting musical The Greatest Showman. This online drop-in class focuses on one song per week. Pre-register online.

Snapology: Minecraft Zoo

April 14, 3 pm

Snapology hosts an online class for ages 4-12 via Zoom. Students will use LEGOs to create an epic zoo, worthy of the world’s blockiest creatures! Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Teddy Bear Clinic: Medical Play and Discovery

April 14, 4 pm

Kids age 3-6 will learn through medical play and discovery, guided by a certified child life specialist trained in teaching children through medical play. They will learn about different things they might see, hear, and feel during a doctor’s visit, learn coping skills for doctor’s visits, and get the chance to express and process emotions they might feel. Children will be encouraged to interact in play with each other over video. Pre-register online.

Roots with Ruark Live on Zoom

April 14, 4 pm

Kids ages 5 and under can sing, move, and groove with musician Ruark Downey live on Zoom.

Trolls Dance Class

April 14, 6 pm

In this Trolls-themed class, learn some of the lyrics to a song from the movie, and learn a few words in sign language that deals with the theme. Then, do a warm-up, stretch, and learn choreography to an upbeat song! For ages 6-9. Pre-register online.

Elmo’s Virtual Playdate

April 14, 7 pm

Featuring everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends with celebrity guests Anne Hathaway, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and Tracee Ellis Ross, as they find new ways to play and learn together. Celebrating everyone from the EMTs, doctors, and other everyday heroes who are helping families through the health crisis as well as things like the simple pleasures of baking cookies at home, the playdate takes the form of a cozy video conference that will feel very familiar to today’s viewers. This will be simulcast on HBO and PBS Kids (network and video app).

Bedtime Stories on Facebook Live

April 14, 7 pm

Snuggle up together with some cozy tales with Media-Upper Providence Free Library. This week, it’s Fortunately, the Milk by Neil Gaiman.

Wednesday

Finding Balance

April 15, 9 am

Children will learn movements for calming the mind from the ancient practices of yoga and qi-gong. After moving, children will listen to and create stories that explore perspective-taking skills and play games that embed techniques to find emotional balance. Join online at PlayArts’ website.

Romp n’ Roll at Home Superhero Gym Class

April 15, 10 am

Mr. Daniel will lead this free Romp n’ Roll at Home Gym class with a fun superhero theme! Designed for toddlers and preschoolers.

PlayMusic Family

April 15, 10:30 am and 4 pm

PlayArts takes it online with Ms. Maria! Join a musical adventure right in your own living room for ages 4 and under. Through fun and familiar songs, sing, move and play using simple materials you might have lying around your home. Click “Join Class” on their website when it’s time for class.

Snapology: Pokémon

April 15, 11 am—noon

Snapology hosts an online class for ages 5-14 via Zoom. Students will build as many Pokemon as they can, using LEGO bricks. Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

InMovement Mini Ninja Class

April 15, 11 am

InHomeMovement presents a 30-minute interactive class experience for kids 3-5 years including warmup, movement activities, hand-eye coordination challenges, games, and more designed to bring out your preschooler’s inner Ninja warrior! Pre-register online to reserve your spot.

Kids’ Yoga (Ages 5-8)

April 15, 11 am

Mama’s Wellness Joint moves online with Kids’ Yoga for ages 5-8. Pre-register online.

Mermaid Storytime

April 15, 11:30 am

Join Mermaid CaySea for a free storytime at Mermaid Cove!

National Constitution Center hosts Constitutional Conversations for Teens

April 15 and 16 on Zoom; noon (middle school) and 1 pm (high school and college)

During the COVID-19 crisis, the National Constitution Center is offering free live constitutional conversations for middle school, high school, and college students, available through Zoom, and accessible on desktop or mobile.

Rhythm Writing, Reading, Practice and Performance Workshop

April 15, 1 pm

Music Monkey Jungle hosts an interactive music class for children ages 4-9 over Zoom. Pre-registration required for this class.

Live with Ariel!

April 15, 1 pm

Ariel will be going live with stories and sing-alongs under the sea.

Online Kids’ Yoga Storytime and Lesson on Facebook Live

April 15, 1 pm

Join kids’ yoga expert and author Teresa Power for a live, interactive storytime, plus easy, fun yoga moves and games!

Preschool Explorers on Facebook Live

April 15, 1:30 pm

Media-Upper Providence Free Library shares stories and activities for ages 3-5.

Science Storytime with Bee the Scientist

April 15, 2 pm

Storytime is aimed at learners Pre-K through 3rd grade, but perfect for the whole family! Bee will read a book or two live, incorporating her science facilitation skills.

Snapology Online: Star Wars Battle Scenes

April 15, 2 pm

Snapology hosts an online class for ages 5-14 via Zoom. Students will put their story-telling skills into action as they develop their very own Star Wars battle scenes with LEGOs! Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Free Virtual Children’s Movement Class

April 15, 3:30 pm

Above the Barre Dance and Fitness hosts a free movement class for kids ages 3-6 on Facebook Live.

Baseball Skills and Drills Webinar

April 15, 4 pm

Kids ages 4 and up can improve their baseball skills during a practice session with Gladwyne Montessori’s Physical Education Teacher Paul Komorowski, who will share tips on throwing, fielding, and hitting. Free; pre-register online.

#ConcertsForKids: Gustafer Yellowgold

April 15, 4 pm

For family audiences, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is teaming up with kids’ music artists who will bring world-class performances and diverse musical perspectives straight from their homes to yours. Ride along with 9-year-old “sunling“ Gustafer in this wildly imaginative musical comedy!

Belle Live for COVID Relief by My Fairytale Party

April 15, 7 pm

Belle will answer questions on air and do shout-outs to those who email proof of a donation to Global Giving’s COVID Relief Fund. Email your receipt and question/shout-out to the address in the link.

Thursday

Storytime with Cat in the Hat

April 16, 9:30 am

Free storytime with the Cat in the Hat on Facebook Live!

Romp n’ Roll Superhero Class

April 16, 10 am

Live at Rompy’s House returns for a fun superhero-themed movement class at Romp n’ Roll! Best for toddlers and preschool age.

Ms. Lori’s Stories: ‘I’m a Frog’ by Mo Willems

April 16, 10 am

Helen Kate Furness Free Library hosts a quick, virtual Elephant & Piggie storytime for the little ones.

InMovement Ninja Class

April 16, 10:30 am

InHomeMovement presents a 45-minute interactive class experience for kids K – 8th grade! This super fun training session includes cardio and strength training, karate basics, hand-eye coordination challenges, focus-building activities, and games! Pre-register online to reserve your spot.

Roots With Ruark All Ages Virtual Music Class

April 16, 10:30—11:15 am

Roots with Ruark brings you and your little one a music class full of energy and excitement with that one on one connection that is so vital for the 0-5 age group. This week, he’s broadcasting via Zoom with Kith + Kin! Pre-register online.

Facebook Live Storytime with Penn Wynne Library

April 16, 10:30 am

Ms. Lindsay will be virtually hosting a Facebook live storytime, best for toddlers and preschoolers. This event will include stories, songs, and more.

Settlement Kids: Live

April 16, 10:30 am

PlayArts Movement Lab

April 16, 10:30 am (ages 4 and under); 2 pm (grades K-3)

Join Ms. Margot on an exploration of basic movement and dance concepts. You’ll need some space to move around, and lots of energy. Join the free class on the PlayArts website.

Dance with Moana

April 16, 11 am

Learn some dance moves with Moana in this a 30-minute princess party Zoom call. Pre-register online.

Live with Elsa

April 16, 11 am

Join Elsa for an interactive magical adventure filled with singing, dancing, Q&A, and storytime. Book online.

Snapology: The Great Tower Challenge

April 16, 11 am—noon

Snapology hosts an online class for ages 7-12 via Zoom. Students will learn engineering concepts as they compete with classmates. Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding Virtual Support Group

April 16, 1 pm

Kith + Kin moves their group online so you can continue on your journey while you’re self-isolated! Facilitated by an international board-certified lactation consultant who can help answer your questions and provide tips for success, the group meets on Zoom (call-in info in the link in title); pay what you can over Venmo.

Snapology Superheroes: How to Trap a Villain

April 16, 3 pm

Using LEGO bricks and your imagination, can you design a villain trap? Snapology hosts an online class for ages 5-14 via Zoom. Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Online Storytime with PlayArts

April 16, 4 pm

Grab a blanket and get cozy, it’s storytime! Join Ms. Krista as she takes your little ones on a literary adventure.

Drag Queen Music Time

April 16, 5 pm

Eric Jaffe of Music Monkey Jungle will lead 30 minutes of music, connection, and fun on Facebook Live!

Self-Esteem: Coping in Collective Isolation

April 16, 7 pm

Enjoy a special presentation, with interactive Q&A, by Supermodel and Body Image Advocate EMME, student speakers and special guests. Each speaker will recognize and acknowledge the impacts of isolation and self-quarantine on self-esteem and mental health and suggest different tools for coping and getting through this difficult time. Pre-register online.

Friday

Dav Pilkey At Home

April 17, 8 am

Captain Underpants and Dog Man author and illustrator Dav Pilkey is creating weekly videos for kids with drawing demonstrations, reading aloud, and more.

Hip Hop Class with Phoenix Arts

April 17, 9:30 am

An all-ages Hip Hop dance class with Miss Susie on Facebook Live! Make sure to wear sneakers and have some water ready.

Princess Storytime Live

April 17, 10 am

Take a nice break from home-schooling and enjoy stories read by Elsa on Facebook Live!

Romp n’ Roll at Baby Gym Class

April 17, 10 am

A free Facebook Live Romp n’ Roll at Home class designed just for babies 3 months – 18 months. All you need is a chair, a pillow, and 3-4 small baby toys.

Friday Parent/Child Cardio Dance Class

April 17, 10 am

Join your grade schoolers (ages 5 and up) in a 30-minute cardio workout with InMovement. Pre-register online to reserve your spot.

PlayMusic Family

April 17, 10:30 am and 4 pm

Roots with Ruark Live on Zoom

April 17, 11 am

Kids ages 5 and under can sing, move, and groove with musician Ruark Downey live on Zoom.

Snapology Online: Mining & Crafting

April 17, 11 am—noon

Snapology hosts an online LEGO-based STEM class for ages 4-12 via Zoom. Pre-register and pay online; space is limited.

Live Puppet Show with WonderSpark Puppets

April 17, 11 am

WonderSpark—a New York based mobile children’s theater—will be livestreaming one of their favorite puppet shows on Facebook! This week, it’s Goldilocks and the Three Bears.

Rhythm Babies Online!

April 17, noon

Join Rhythm Babies owner Julie for an interactive music class from the comfort of your own home. Julie loves incorporating hand signs, pictures, puppets and rhythm instruments into her lesson plans. This lesson is for all ages 4 months-5 years. Pre-register online.

AP Court Cases with Jeffrey Rosen

April 17, 1 pm

Courtesy of the National Constitution Center, this exchange explores the 15 required Supreme Court cases for the AP United States Government and Politics course and exam in a fast-paced, interactive format. Zoom link is on the NCC site (linked at title).

Science Storytime with Bee the Scientist

April 17, 2 pm

Storytime is aimed at learners Pre-K through 3rd grade, but perfect for the whole family! Bee will read a book or two live, incorporating her science facilitation skills.

Lincoln Center Pop-Up Classroom: Musical Acoustics

April 17, 2 pm

Explore the acoustics of different spaces around your home by experimenting with sound.

Frozen Story Time And Sing-Along

April 17, 2 pm and 7 pm

Sing along with music from Disney’s Frozen and color some fun Frozen coloring pages. Pre-register online.

Marble Paper-Making

April 17, 2:30 pm

Gather your materials for this hands-on project — paper, shaving cream, food coloring, a paintbrush, and a ruler — and join Gladwyne Montessori Primary Teaching Assistant Avery Green. Free; pre-register online.

Portside Art Center’s Virtual Family Art Night

April 17, 6:30 pm

Parents and children will work together on a collaborative art project using simple art materials all while creating in the comfort of their own homes. Pre-register online.

Weekend Events

Saturday

Saturday Morning Cartoons: Space Edition

April 18, 9 am

Artist Bobby Epps will teach kids to draw on Facebook Live.

PlayArts’ Family ArtLab

April 18, 10:30 am

Children will explore process-based art-making techniques using basic art supplies, recycled materials, and items on hand at home with Ms. Amanda. This class will emphasize the process of creating art together and learning through fun and easy lessons that are adaptable for all ages. Join class via PlayArts’ website.

Mini & Me Yoga

April 18, 10:30 am

Mama’s Wellness Joint moves online with Mini & Me where Mamas can fit a yoga practice in while babies and toddlers (ages 6 weeks – 4 years) can play. Pre-register online.

Virtual Party with Jasmine

April 18, 11 am

Sing along with Jasmine in this a 30-minute princess party Zoom call. Pre-register online.

Free Live-Stream Puppet Show

April 18, 11 am

Enjoy a free live-stream 30-minute puppet show with Mr. Chris & Lucky Duck, and a fun at-home craft you can follow along with on Facebook live!

Mermaid Storytime

April 18, 11:30 am

Join Mermaid CaySea for a free storytime at Mermaid Cove!

Action Karate Free Virtual Intro Class

April 18, 12:30 pm

A free at-home karate class for kids (and adults) ages 3 and up at home. Pre-register online.

Paint with Pinot’s Palette

April 18, 3—5 pm

Enjoy the Pinot’s Palette experience from the comfort of your home! Artists will guide you step-by-step through the project. The experience is completely interactive – you’ll be able to ask the artists questions throughout the event. Painting kits are available for curbside pickup in Collegeville. Pre-register online.

Sunday

Museum of the American Revolution’s Third Birthday

April 19

Sign a digital birthday card and share your favorite Museum memory for a chance to win four tickets to visit the Museum when it reopens. Download 18th-century recipes for “Whisky” cake and run shrub cocktail (or mocktail) for you to make at home. Plus, commemorate the anniversary of the “Shot Heard ‘Round the World” that ignited the Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775 with a video from the Museum’s Gallery Interpretation Manager Tyler Putman airing at 11 am on Facebook.