PANDEMIC RESOURCES & ARTICLES
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A wonderful independent book store. Find book recommendations and virtual author events for kids and adults. They will ship to you.
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
Preschool
Evolving list of online storytime resources for families, preschools, and day cares curated by two children's public librarians.
K - 2
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All Grade Levels
Curated and coordinated by the experts at Common Sense, Wide Open School features a free collection of the best learning experiences and activities for kids, organized by grade band and subject. You will also find daily schedules with creative breaks and recommendations to keep kids engaged and exploring, one day (or one hour) at a time.
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Weekly podcast with authors, educators, and celebrities to bring you real-world stories and tips to juggle work and school with kids at home.
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Below are Kid Literature based events. This is different than the storytime calendar on my Remote Learning page. Some of these activities are geared towards parents and older children. Please note all are in Eastern Time, so remember to subtract one hour.
THERAPY RESOURCES from Mrs. Silva
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The Illinois Department of Human Services launched a free emotional support text line for Illinoisans experiencing stress related to COVID-19: Call4Calm. This isn’t a crisis hotline, but a source of support. If you want to speak to a counselor, text TALK to 552020, or HABLAR for Spanish speakers. You can also access a wider array of supports using the same number on your mobile phone. Text 552020 with keywords such as “unemployment” or “food” or “shelter” to receive information to help you navigate getting assistance.
Virtual Free Support Groups
Mom’s Support Group - Saturdays 9:00-10:00 PM & Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 AM
Addictions Support Group - Wednesdays 2:30-3:30 PM & Sundays 3:00-4:00 PM
Teens Support Group - Thursdays 9:30-10:30 AM
Covid-19 SSupport Group- Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 AM & Fridays 5:00-6:00 PM
School-aged Support Group - Mondays 4:30-5:30 PM
Anxiety Disorder Support Group - Mondays 5:30-6:30 PM
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 847-253-9769 or e-mail us at [email protected] or check out of events page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LighthouseEmotionalWellness/
Mom’s Support Group - Saturdays 9:00-10:00 PM & Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 AM
Addictions Support Group - Wednesdays 2:30-3:30 PM & Sundays 3:00-4:00 PM
Teens Support Group - Thursdays 9:30-10:30 AM
Covid-19 SSupport Group- Tuesdays 10:30-11:30 AM & Fridays 5:00-6:00 PM
School-aged Support Group - Mondays 4:30-5:30 PM
Anxiety Disorder Support Group - Mondays 5:30-6:30 PM
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, please call 847-253-9769 or e-mail us at [email protected] or check out of events page on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LighthouseEmotionalWellness/
Find tips and lessons on how to manage your health and emotions, thoughts, fears, and confusion during this crisis. Lessons will be added regularly to help you learn new ways to cope as well as healthy and productive ways to spend this time.