Common Sense Media has created a collection of remote teaching resources, family education materials, and research-backed strategies to ease stress and encourage learning at home. These resources can be used by educators to support school closures and transitions to online and at-home learning.

Specifically, teachers may be interested in reviewing their tools and resources for virtual learning. These suggestions cover the best tools to use (even if you are not tech-savvy), how to make distance learning more equitable, lesson planning apps and websites, tools for presentations and slideshows, and websites with sound privacy policies. Other suggestions review communication with families; learn tips on how to set up effective parent/caregiver communication as well as the best apps and websites.

Teachers may also want to share with families the resources for families page that will help keep kids entertained, engaged, and learning while they're inside. Topics include time management, educational sites, games that help kids think critically, and how to get kids ready to chat online for school. These are excellent tools for parents and caregivers to take advantage of as they become more familiar with distance learning.