Family Resources
Below are resources and information for families including online education resources, parent resources, activities for kids, and more.
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Virtual Field Trips
Discovery Education provides free virtual field trip videos for all kids of all ages. Each video comes with hands-on learning activities you can do at home. Website: https://www.discoveryeducation.com/community/virtual-field-trips/
Playworks at Home
Playworks has created free video tutorials of games that can be played at home for kids during Covid-19. The free video tutorials come with a printable play at home play book that provides the instructions for each game. Playworks offers videos of games such as Huckle...
The PE Specialist
The PE specialist is a resource for physical education teachers or parents hoping to bring PE home. The PE specialist has provided a comprehensive list of PE at-home resources for kids and adults to enjoy during Covid-19. Resources include follow-along workouts and...
DSRF Children and youth Bursary
The Down syndrome Resource Foundation (DSRF) Children & Youth Bursary Program is to support families with the costs of DSRF programs. DSRF programs hope to empower individuals living with Down syndrome by providing educational services and promoting social and...
YANA Funding
YANA (You Are Not Alone) is a non-profit organization that provides funding and accommodation for families in the Comox Valley who need support for medical treatment for pregnant mothers and children under 19 years of age. YANA maintains four apartments near...
Island Metis Family and Community Services Society
The IMFCSS has a variety of services and programs that are free to the community. They provide online and in-person programs such as; activity groups, cultural supports, fitness groups, life skills and yoga. Location: 345 Wale Rd, Victoria, B.C. Contact:...
‘Popsicle Stick Bunny’ Easter Craft
If you’re looking for an easy Easter craft for kids then you’ll love this popsicle stick craft. You can customize them to be any colour you’d like! Supplied needed for this craft include: regular craft sticks, mini craft sticks, small googly eyes, pipe cleaners, small...
Easter Themed Painted Rocks
These Easter-themed painted rocks are simple enough for older kids and tweens to paint on their own and make a perfect Easter craft activity. Supplies needed for this craft include: rocks (flat), acrylic paint, fine point paint pens (or fine point sharpies),...
‘Cotton Ball Bunny’ Easter Craft
Do you need a fun Easter craft that is fun for the whole family? This craft makes a bunny out of pom-poms, cotton balls and pipe cleaner. It is quick, easy and fun. Supplies needed include a printable template, white cardstock, coloured cardstock (your choice), pom...