2021 Summer Learning Opportunities
Elementary
Burleson ISD would like to share the following learning opportunities with your family. You can keep your child engaged this summer with the activities below.
District Learning applications - Dreambox and Lexia Learning
Your child may need to log into the Clever Portal to use the district applications. We have provided a video for assistance.
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Dreambox
DreamBox is a K-5 digital math program, where the lessons adapt to each student providing the ultimate personalized learning experience. Available in English and Spanish.
Lexia Learning
Lexia is a K-5 reading program that engages and motivates students in a game-like environment.
Summer Reading for Children
Burleson Public Library offers weekly activities throughout the summer.
Virtual Storytime
Join each Monday, Thursday, and Saturday at 10:00 a.m. for a storytime you can enjoy at home.
Virtual Craft or Recipe Time
Join each Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. for virtual craft or recipe time. They will share a craft or recipe that you can make at home.
Past Craft and Recipe Videos
Past Craft and Recipe Videos can be found HERE.
Fort Worth Zoo Virtual Event
Join the library Wednesday, June 2nd at 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. for a virtual event with the Fort Worth Zoo. Your child will learn about some amazing animals over Zoom. Registration is required and can be done through Eventbrite starting May 19th.
Ocean Animals Storywalk
Join as we walk together and read a story about ocean animals on Wednesday, June 9th at 10:00 a.m. Location TBA.
The Storywalk will remain up for a few weeks, so you can enjoy even if you can't make it the day of the program.
James Wand Virtual Magic Show
Join the magical virtual event with James Wand. A video will be uploaded to Facebook on the day of the program for families to enjoy at home.
Jungle Animal Safari Scavenger Hunt
Go on a safari scavenger hunt with us in the library garden on Wednesday, June 23rd at 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Clues about each animal will be posted on social media the day of the program. Families will go on a safari search through the library garden to find all the animals.
Russell Farm Visit
Join the library for a virtual visit to Russell Farm, Wednesday, June 30th at 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. We will read a quick story and then give families time to explore all the amazing things happening at Russell Farm.
Silly Sparkles Virtual Event
Join the virtual event on Wednesday, July 7th at 10:00 - 10:30 a.m. A video will be uploaded to Facebook on the day of the program for families to enjoy at home.
Virtual Field Trips Full of Learning
Bring the world to your family with these free online experiences.
Webcams
EarthCam - Animal Cams
EarthCam presents a collection of the best zoo and animal cams.
Smithsonian's National Zoo
See giant pandas, elephants, lions and mole-rats on animal cams streaming live, 24/7 from the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. Download Animal Cam Bingo Cards. These activities are designed to engage learners of all ages in looking closely and thinking deeply about animal behavior and habitats.
Experiments, Illusions and Wondering Questions
Arts, Games and Puzzles
Blob Opera
Create your own opera inspired song with Blob Opera - no music skills required. A machine learning experiment by David Li in collaboration with Google Arts & Culture.
Puzzle Games
Play the best free online games.
Brain Games, Puzzle Games, Daily Puzzles, Word Games, Crosswords, Sudoku, Memory and Math Games.
Games
Baamboozle is a game-based learning platform that brings engagement and fun to millions of players every year at school, at work, and at home. Sign up for free!
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