Little J & Big Cuz

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children specific.

This is a school readiness resource.

• Animated videos that combine Aboriginal worldviews and knowledge with the Early Years Learning Framework.

Raising Children Network

Play learning and Outdoor play

• Play-based/practical activities presented through videos or instructions, with some activities aimed at early literacy and numeracy.
• Outdoor learning activities that support the development of fine and gross motor development and general wellbeing

Helping your child with literacy and numeracy at home

This is a school readiness resource.

• A resource created by the NSW Department of Education with practical suggestions for literacy and numeracy home learning.
• Activities can be flexibly adapted to resources available within the home

Go Valley Kids: Virtual Tours

• Over 45 virtual tours of museums, zoos, national parks, and other wonders of the world for your child to explore in the comfort of their home.

Kinderling (radio available)

• Family-friendly kids’ radio for children and their grown-ups
• Has a daily schedule and weekly educational themes
• A book is read to children daily
• The website features fun activities to do at home with the family
• Includes a kids' podcast that celebrates the wonderful languages and cultures found in Australia.
• All material can be accessed via radio or online through an App

Brisbane Kids: World zoos that offer virtual tours

• A list of numerous zoo and aquarium tours from around the world.

Twinkl – Dual Language

Suitable for children from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

• Parents can support their child in learning English as an Additional Language through a range of downloadable resources.
• Resources are written in over 22 different languages
• Topics covered include literacy, verbal and non-verbal communication and socio-emotional development.
• Full content access with log in and free code: AUSTRCODE
• All resources will be free for a period of one month with a possible extension. The code is: CVDTWINKLHELPS

• Watch and learn about native Australian animals including koalas, dingos, reptiles, platypus and birds.

• A website full of movement and mindfulness videos that will get kids up and moving to fun, engaging content, and games.

Let’s Read

• PDF resource with reading tips for children.

Twinkl - English as an Additional Language

Suitable for children from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

This is a school readiness resource.

• A collection of downloadable English as an Additional Language teaching and learning resources to support children learning English as an Additional Language.
• Topics covered include literacy, numeracy, verbal and non-verbal communication and socio-emotional and physical development.
• Full content access with log in and free code: AUSTRCODE.
• All resources will be free for a period of one month with a possible extension. The code is: CVDTWINKLHELPS

All Play Learn

Suitable for children with a disability.

• Provides learning resources and information for parents and children with a disability in long day care and kindergarten.

ABC Kids

• ABC Kids Listen
• Make & Do
• Little Yarns for Little People

ABC Classic Kids

• Numerous resources and activities available
• ABC Kids Listen podcasts such as Imagine This, with a science focus for children 4 years and older.
• Make & Do provides craft activities with instructions for parents. A lot of the material can be sourced around the home.
• Little Yarns for Little People is a podcast for children celebrating the languages and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

• A website full of kid-friendly recipes, ideas for physical activities and practical ways to improve nutrition.

• A website that lists play activities including sensory play, baby play, arts & crafts, outdoor play and DUPLO activities.