Recommended Resources

We encourage you to focus your tutoring time on the Literacy Program (grades K-4), Academic Program (grades 5-8), or BUS Program (grades 9-12) in order to effectively support your student’s learning needs.

All of the resources below are intended to be supplementary to our three core programs. We have highlighted a few of our favorites, but you can find over a hundred more amazing resources in the searchable directory below.

Our Favorites

  • Freckle – Adaptive math, reading, vocabulary, and grammar practice with fun avatars and motivational rewards. School on Wheels can provide a premium account for your student at no cost. Click here to register.
  • Khan Academy – Educational videos and practice tests on all subjects, adaptive to your student’s grade level.
  • Google Arts and Culture – Virtual field trips to museums, national parks, castles, the theater, and more.
  • Code.org – A puzzle-based computer science curriculum with interactive narrative games and videos for all ages.
  • Scratch – A coding program that teaches students to create digital stories, games, and animations.
  • Typing Club – Online touch typing courses that include 650 games, tests, and videos.
  • Teach Your Monster To Read – An immersive game that helps students in grades K-2 learn how to read and write.
  • PBS Kids – Fun educational games and videos for students in grades K-3.
  • Enrichment Activities for Group Sites – Icebreakers, games, experiments, and more for you and your students!

Resource Directory

Looking for something else? Try our resource directory! You can filter by subject, grade level, and type of resource, or search for a keyword. All resource recommendations have been reviewed by School on Wheels.

Program NameSubjectDescriptionGrade LevelType
826 Digital826 Digitalhttps://826digital.com/ELALesson plans, tools, and student writing examples Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans
ABCya ABCyahttp://www.abcya.com/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceAll subject games, by grade level.Elementary (K-5)Games
ArcademicsArcademicshttps://www.arcademics.com/ELA, MathMultiplayer educational games in math and ELA for K-8 students.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Games
Art for KidsArt for Kidshttps://www.youtube.com/user/ArtforKidsHubArtArt tutorial videos.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Videos
Camp PBS Learning MediaCamp PBS Learning Mediahttps://www.pbslearningmedia.org/collection/summer-camp/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceMedia and activity resources such as fun, educational activities as well as resources to help seed ideas for introducing topics to your students.Elementary (K-5),Self-Guided Activities
Cool Math 4 KidsCool Math 4 Kidshttps://www.coolmath4kids.com/MathMath games for younger students.Elementary (K-5)Games
Cool Math GamesCool Math Gameshttps://www.coolmathgames.com/MathMath gamesElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games
Cosmic Kids YogaCosmic Kids Yogahttps://www.youtube.com/user/CosmicKidsYogaPhysical Education, Life Skills and SELYoga videos for kids.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Videos
Draw Every DayDraw Every Dayhttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg9gpgNtuVmFqtseQCKFWZml6dfdLugwtArtArt tutorial videosMiddle (6-8), High (9-12)Videos
Education.comEducation.comhttps://www.education.com/ELA, Math, Social Studies, SciencePrintable worksheets, games, guided online lessons, and instructions for fun activities in all subjects.Elementary (K-5)Worksheets, Games, Lesson Plans, Self-Guided Activities
eLearneLearnhttps://elearn.fyi/ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, Digital Literacy, Art, Life Skills and SELComprehensive database of online learning sites.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Resource Directory
Explore.org Live CamsExplore.org Live Camshttps://explore.org/livecamsScienceLive feeds of wildlifeElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Virtual Field Trips, Videos
Exploring By The Seat Of Your PantsExploring By The Seat Of Your Pantshttps://www.exploringbytheseat.com/Science, Social StudiesLive visits with scientists, ecologists, and leaders in a wide range of fields.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Virtual Field Trips, Videos
FactileFactilehttps://www.playfactile.com/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceA Jeapordy-style quiz game! They provide pre-made games or even better, you can create your own and tailor it to your student's interests.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games, Lesson Plans
FreckleFrecklehttps://schoolonwheels.org/sign-up-for-freckle/ELA, MathAdaptive math, reading, vocabulary and grammar practice with fun avatars and motivational rewards. School on Wheels can provide a premium account for your student. Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Self-Guided Activities
Fun BrainFun Brainhttp://www.funbrain.comELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceAll subject games.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Games
Google Applied Digital SkillsGoogle Applied Digital Skillshttps://applieddigitalskills.withgoogle.com/s/en/homeDigital LiteracyVideo lessons on middle and high school skills such as writing resumes, research, presentations, etc.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans, Self-Guided Activities
Google Arts & CultureGoogle Arts & Culturehttps://artsandculture.google.com/Social Studies, ArtExplore landmarks and art in VR!Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Virtual Field Trips, Self-Guided Activities
Google Earth Carmen San DiegoGoogle Earth Carmen San Diegohttps://earth.google.com/web/@17.90693717,-12.41937117,-34606.55899502a,57359668.97d,35y,0.00004064h,18.19296234t,0r/data=CjwSOhIgYmU3N2ZmYzU0MTc1MTFlOGFlOGZkMzdkYTU5MmE0MmEiFnNwbC14LXgteC1zcGxhc2hzY3JlZW4?utm_source=referral&utm_campaign=tactilepromo&utm_term=carmen1Digital Literacy, Social StudiesUse Google Earth to solve a mysteries and learn geography.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games, Self-Guided Activities
GutenbergGutenberghttps://www.gutenberg.org/ELAFree ebooksElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Reading Materials
I'm a PuzzleI'm a Puzzlehttps://im-a-puzzle.com/OtherOnline jigsaw puzzlesElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games
JPL STEM lessonsJPL STEM lessonshttps://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/teach/Science, MathLesson plans, videos, and activities from NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans, Videos, Self-Guided Activities
K12 ReaderK12 Readerhttps://www.k12reader.com/ELAPrintable worksheets for reading, writing, and spelling activities.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Worksheets
K5 LearningK5 Learninghttps://www.k5learning.com/ELA, MathFree math and reading worksheets for K-5.Elementary (K-5),Worksheets
Kanopy KidsKanopy Kidshttps://www.kanopy.com/kidsELAEducational videos and stories (must have library card)Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Videos
Khan AcademyKhan Academyhttps://www.khanacademy.org/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceEducational videos and practice tests on all subjects.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Self-Guided Activities
Lion King ExperienceLion King Experiencehttps://www.lionkingexperience.com/ArtImmersive arts education program with theater making and performing art lessons through the lens of the Lion King.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Lesson Plans
Lunch DoodlesLunch Doodleshttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL14hRqd0PELGbKihHuTqx_pbvCLqGbOkFArtArt tutorial videos - simple doodles that can be done by younger children.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Videos
Math GamesMath Gameshttps://www.mathgames.com/MathMath games for K-8Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Games
Math PuzzlesMath Puzzleshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNeoX7LCsGWjNYflgt9A5dgMathFun yet challenging math puzzles explained by a seasoned math tutor. New puzzles added every month!Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Videos, Self-Guided Activities
Microsoft MakeCodeMicrosoft MakeCodehttps://www.microsoft.com/en-us/makecode?rtc=1CodingUse block coding and more advanced coding languages to create games and program computer simulators.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Self-Guided Activities, Games, Student Creation Tools
Multiplication.comMultiplication.comhttp://multiplication.comMathFlashcards, worksheets, games, tons of resourcesElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Worksheets, Games
Museum Virtual Field Trips 1Museum Virtual Field Trips 1https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SvIdgTx9djKO6SjyvPDsoGlkgE3iExmi3qh2KRRku_w/mobilebasic?urp=gmail_linkSocial Studies, ArtVirtual field trips to a wide range of museumsElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Virtual Field Trips
Museum Virtual Field Trips 2Museum Virtual Field Trips 2https://www.travelandleisure.com/attractions/museums-galleries/museums-with-virtual-toursSocial Studies, ArtVirtual field trips to museums.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Virtual Field Trips
NASA Kids ClubNASA Kids Clubhttps://www.nasa.gov/kidsclub/index.htmlScienceScience videos and gamesElementary (K-5)Videos, Games
National Geographic KidsNational Geographic Kidshttp://kids.nationalgeographic.comScienceGames, videos, quizzes, and homework help on topics such as animals, science, and planet earthElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games, Videos, Self-Guided Activities
New York Times Learning NetworkNew York Times Learning Networkhttps://www.nytimes.com/section/learningELA, Social StudiesArticles and videos on current events.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Reading Materials
Nova LabsNova Labshttps://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/labs/ScienceScience activities and games that use videos to guide students as they answer scientific questions or design solutions to current problems.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games
PBS KidsPBS Kidshttp://www.pbskids.orgELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceAll subject games and videos, including social-emotional games.Elementary (K-5)Games, Videos
PBS Learning MediaPBS Learning Mediahttps://www.pbslearningmedia.org/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceLesson plans and videos in every subject.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans, Videos
Peace Corps Educator ResourcesPeace Corps Educator Resourceshttps://www.peacecorps.gov/educators/resources/?Social StudiesLesson plans on world issues and social studies.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans
Pro ProfsPro Profshttps://www.proprofs.com/games/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceEducational games.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Games
Read Write ThinkRead Write Thinkhttps://www.readwritethink.org/ELAEnglish reading and writing lesson plans, worksheets, and interactive apps for all grade levels.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans, Worksheets
San Diego Zoo Live CamsSan Diego Zoo Live Camshttps://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/live-camsScienceLive streams of animals at the San Diego ZooElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Virtual Field Trips
Scalar LearningScalar Learninghttps://www.youtube.com/c/scalarlearningMath, Test PrepLive streams and tailored videos for bolstering math skills and taking the ACT and SATHigh (9-12)Videos, Self-Guided Activities
ScratchScratchhttps://scratch.mit.eduCodingProject based learning for coding. Students can create animations and games while learning coding skills.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Self-Guided Activities, Student Creation Tools
Social Media Test DriveSocial Media Test Drivehttps://app.socialmediatestdrive.org/Digital LiteracyPractice digital citizenship skills through a social media simulation. Best for grades 4 and up.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8)Games, Self-Guided Activities
StarfallStarfallhttps://www.starfall.com/h/index.phpELA, MathEducational game for grades K-3.Elementary (K-5)Games
Storyline OnlineStoryline Onlinehttps://www.storylineonline.net/ELABooks read aloud by actors.Elementary (K-5)Audiobooks, Videos
Storytime at HomeStorytime at Homehttps://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCJp4_DkJvqrmJxYamWZVJNI8EuHxEg3DELABooks read aloud by librarians.Elementary (K-5)Audiobooks, Videos
Storytime from SpaceStorytime from Spacehttps://storytimefromspace.com/ELAVideos of astronauts reading from space.Elementary (K-5)Videos, Reading Materials
Super SimpleSuper Simplehttps://supersimple.com/ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, Life Skills and SELVideos, printable activities, activities, and more for early elementary studentsElementary (K-5)Videos, Worksheets, Lesson Plans
Teach@HomeTeach@Homehttps://www.hand2mindathome.com/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceDaily at-home activities for elementary students.Elementary (K-5)Lesson Plans
Teaching ToleranceTeaching Tolerancehttps://www.tolerance.org/Social StudiesLesson plans for students from K-high schools with programs that emphasize social justice and anti-bias.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans
ThrivelyThrivelyhttp://www.thrively.com/Life Skills and SELAssessments to help students determine their unique strengths, interests, and aspirations.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Self-Guided Activities
Typing ClubTyping Clubhttps://www.typingclub.com/Digital Literacy, ELAFree online touch typing courses that includes 650 typing games, typing tests and videos.Elementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Self-Guided Activities, Games
Varsity TutorsVarsity Tutorshttps://www.varsitytutors.com/practice-testsELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, Test PrepPractice tests, flashcards, and questions of the day for standardized tests and academic subjects for older students.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Test Prep
ViewSpaceViewSpacehttp://viewspace.orgScienceA collection of digital interactives and videos on space topics including the latest developments in astronomy and earth science.Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Videos, Self-Guided Activities
We Are TeachersWe Are Teachershttps://www.weareteachers.com/free-online-learning-resources/ELA, Math, Social Studies, ScienceResource directory for at-home learningElementary (K-5), Middle (6-8), High (9-12)Resource Directory
Write the WorldWrite the Worldhttps://www.writetheworld.com/ELAWriting prompts and resources designed to develop the writing strategies and communication tools essential for success in school, career, and lifeMiddle (6-8), High (9-12)Lesson Plans

If you have any additional suggested resources for our volunteer tutors, please reach out to us at training@schoolonwheels.org.