Whether you’re looking for math ideas, ways to teach vocabulary, or just need a little encouragement, you’ll find just what you need by following these websites and social media accounts. Keep reading to see our top 10 picks for the best educational websites for teachers and parents…and get a free printable to share with caregivers!
Artfulparent.com
Why we love it: Every kid can be an artist! Creative expression is often passed over as many art classes have been scaled back in schools.
About the site: Offering “simple ways to fill your family’s life with art and creativity,” this site is dedicated to encouraging your inner artist. Click on links for painting or drawing projects, sculpture, stained glass, clay, collage, and more. The website also features a section where parents and teachers can find curated lists of picture books.
Follow on social media: @theartfulparent on Instagram | The Artful Parent on Facebook
Freerice.com
Why we love it: A great life lesson for kids! Their smarts can extend far beyond test scores to benefit those in need.
About the site: If your kids are bored, point them toward this site, where they can work their brains while making a difference in the world. Freerice is a non-profit owned by the United Nations World Food Programme. For each answer you get right, the site donates 10 grains of rice to feed hungry people worldwide. Subjects range from humanities to math, chemistry, languages, geography, and more.
Follow on social media: @wfpfreerice on Instagram | Free Rice on Facebook
Funbrain.com
Why we love it: Bright graphics and easy navigation make it perfect for kids to use alone, while they target reading and math skills.
About the site: This site takes learning and turns it into fun games. Students can choose from activities in the Math Arcade, read books and comics, play educational games in the Fun Arcade, or just have fun with an adult in the Moms’ and Kids’ Playground.
Follow on social media: Funbrain on Facebook
Code.org
Why we love it: Opportunities to learn are everywhere here, including “Hour of Code” courses that feature kid-friendly subjects like Star Wars, Minecraft, and Frozen.
About the site: This nonprofit was launched in 2013, with the mission statement, “Every student in every school should have the opportunity to learn computer science.” Sections are separated by activities for students to try and lessons for teachers, plus tutorials cover everything from learning JavaScript to making your own apps and games.
Follow on social media: @codeorg on Instagram | @code.org on Facebook
PBSlearningmedia.org
Why we love it: The trusted name in public television helps bring your classroom to life!
About the site: From searchable Common Core and national standards to activities that support math, science, social studies, and ELA, this site delivers comprehensive digital resources for your classroom. Features include videos, shareable documents, and in-depth lesson plans
Follow on social media: @pbs.teachers on Instagram | PBS Teachers on Facebook | @pbslm on Pinterest
Bealearninghero.org
Why we love it: Loaded with practical tips and tools for parents and teachers alike, this bilingual site fosters strong parent-teacher partnerships.
About the site: The site offers many valuable tips, videos, and resources for parents and teachers to support students’ education. Parents will appreciate the suggested questions to ask their child’s teacher as well as a “Readiness Roadmap” to help them think about long-term educational goals. Teachers can explore ways to promote family engagement and improve parent-teacher communication.
Follow on social media: Learning Heroes on Facebook | @BeALearningHero on Twitter
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ScienceBob.com
Why we love it: From cool hands-on experiments to science fair project ideas, this site encourages the budding scientists in every student.
About the site: “Science Bob” Pflugfelder, a science teacher and author, started this site to encourage parents and teachers to practice “Random Acts of Science.” He makes it easy with clear instructions, entertaining videos, and more.
Follow on social media: @sciencebob on Instagram | Science Bob on Facebook
WeAreTeachers.com
Why we love it: You’ll find lots of inspiration here, from classroom tips for every grade to organizing ideas, games, grants and contests, and more.
About the site: With content written by teachers, this site offers everything you need to stay productive (and sane!) throughout the school year. Topics are arranged by category, including arts and creativity, classroom management, deals and discounts, and professional development.
Follow on social media: @weareteachers on Instagram | We Are Teachers on Facebook
TeacherTube.com
Why we love it: This commercial-free site is one-stop-shopping for videos on a wide range of instructional topics. You’ll save time without having to search multiple sites for what you need.
About the site: Bring learning to life in your classroom with educationally-focused, safe videos that will engage your students. This online sharing community offers a variety of options for incorporating videos into your curriculum. You can create a playlist to correspond to your lesson plan or search for videos by elementary, middle, or high school levels, as well as by subject. Teachers can upload their own videos and provide ratings for other videos to ensure the content is high-quality and appropriate.
Follow on social media: @teachertubecom on Instagram | TeacherTube on Facebook
TheMeasuredMom.com
Why we love it: We can’t forget the little ones! PreK-2 kids are like sponges – they’ll soak up all the fun lessons and activities you can give them.
About the site: This blog, created by a teacher with a background in curriculum and instruction, offers articles, hands-on lessons, and hundreds of printables for teachers and parents. Most resources are free and focus on literacy, but the site also includes help for teaching math, science, and social studies to children in preschool through second grade.
Follow on social media: @themeasuredmom on Instagram | The Measured Mom on Facebook | @themeasuredmom on Pinterest
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This blog was originally published on September 25, 2017. It was updated on February 21, 2023.