Learning Links

A list of some online games and programs we, members of Northside MOMs have found useful. Most of these programs are free but may show ads or offer a paid edition. Northside MOMs is not responsible for the content or fees associated with these sites.

Learning Games:

ictgames.com Games for literacy and math. For stages infant to Kindergarten. Favorite is the Calmness Counter for those times you need to bring down the energy level and chaos.

abcya.com Games for learning letters, numbers, shapes and much more. For stages Preschool to grade 5.

starfall.com Games for literacy. For stages pre-school to Kindergarten.

spellingcity.com Turn your child's weekly spelling list into games. All ages.

typingweb.com Learn to type for all ages.

Household Helpers:

chorewars.com Turn the household tasks into a video challenge. Complete a real household chore and win prizes in the game. You set the chores and prizes. For all ages, even adults.

Free / Discount Programs for Kids*Free Valleyfair passes for 5 and under with paid adult - no special code needed.
*Kids bowl free program - two free games of bowling everyday at your local bowling alley. Shoes are not included. (https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/referral.php?code=s17w9g)
*Summer reading program through your local library
Anoka County: https://www.anokacountymn.gov/3726/Summer-Adventures
Online for anyone: https://www.nationalbook.org/adventure/
*The libraries are a great place for extra events as well! Hennepin County has a full calendar of events at library sites across the metro -> https://hclib.bibliocommons.com/v2/events?programs=56f9ae29414af7d259047351
*Check out this calendar of events around the Twin Cities from TC Frugal Mom’s website: https://twincitiesfrugalmom.com/deals-events-calendar/
*National Parks Pass - free for the whole family when you have a 4th grader! The free pass begins in Sept of the 4th grade year and expires at the end of August before 5th grade begins.
* NOT for the summer but just a note about Discount skiing program for 4th graders (https://skiandboardmn.com/passport/)