Distance Learning

Explore these at-home thematic lessons about Martin Van Buren, each designed for a specific age group. Suggested ages are listed in each description to help you choose the best fit for your child’s learning level.


These activities below are designed for at-home use, but teachers are welcome to adapt them for the classroom. See our curriculum materials page for more formal classroom learning.

 
  • I Voted

    This at-home program introduces children ages 5 - 8 to election campaigns and the voting process through a fictional presidential race.

  • Paper-style Earth with land animals, ocean life, and plants, symbolizing biodiversity.
    Every Day Is Earth Day

    Travel the globe, learn about Earth's challenges, and discover how you can help by being an Earth Hero!

  • Four weather scenes: cloudy, rainy, sunny, and snowy skies in vertical strips.
    Wee Wonders: Weather

    A distance learning program to introduce children ages 5 - 8 to the science behind our weather.

  • Tall sycamore tree with green leaves under a blue sky in a grassy park setting.
    Wee Wonders: Trees

    Join a tree adventure! Learn about trees, make crafts, explore bark prints, and discover Lindenwald's forest wallpaper! Ages 5 - 8.

  • US flag with 50 white stars and 13 red and white stripes on a blue, red, and white background.
    Making of the US

    Explore how the US was formed! Kids ages 5 - 8 learn about citizenship, the Constitution, and what it means to be part of “We the People.”

  • Lindenwald covered in fresh snow on a winter evening, with bare trees and soft light in the sky.
    Wee Wonders: Seasons

    Discover the magic of the four seasons! Kids ages 5 - 8 explore winter, spring, summer, and fall through fun, hands-on learning.

  • White and black ceramic Staffordshire dog figurine with painted details, in front of floral paper.
    "Can't Touch This!"

    Ages 5–11: Explore 5 fun activities to learn why museum objects can't be touched and become a history helper!

Last updated: June 27, 2025

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