Thornwell Responds to Coronavirus
COVID-19 is not an ideal season, but God is with us and is walking alongside us.
These are unprecedented times. Our lives and daily routines have been fully disrupted by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, our commitment to serve children and families in need remains steadfast.
Many of our programs have changed their method of delivering services. We’ve adapted to remote working environments and telehealth methods to provide children and families with digital options to learn, grow, and stabilize during this difficult season.
Our team has mailed and delivered special packages to hundreds of families to encourage family game nights, craft time, and fun learning opportunities. You, too, can access these materials below!
In a time of uncertainty and crisis, the demand on Thornwell’s staff and resources is greater than we’ve seen in decades. Vulnerable children like Regina are hit the hardest. You can help.
In the rural community of Clinton, SC, with 3,000 children, Thornwell is providing nearly 7,500 meals monthly to children who need it the most. Learn more about the free meals program.
Resources for Parents
You are not alone, and we are here to support you. While this season has brought on school closures and work interruptions, you are persevering. You are doing a great job!
Below, you’ll find resources for both parents and children (many of which are great for kids to complete independently so you can find time for a well-deserved break). We hope these resources will bring you joy and help you create meaningful memories during this unusual season.
Building Routines During COVID-19
Creating Structure for Your Family
Easing Your Children’s Anxieties About COVID-19
Loving Your Kids and Helping Them Through Social Distancing
Protecting Children During a Crisis: Free Training
How to Prepare for Extended School Closings – And Not Lose Your Mind
How You and Your Kids Can Destress During Coronavirus
How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
Weekly Activity Sheets (check back for new resources each week!):
Resources for Children
Virtual Tours
Outdoors
Toddler Outdoor Scavenger Hunt (PreK)
Nature Scavenger Hunt for Kids (PreK – Elementary)
Young Outdoor Scavenger Hunt (PreK – Elementary)
Scavenger Hunt for Kids (Elementary)
Indoor Scavenger Hunt for Kids (Elementary)
Indoor Scavenger Hunt: Senses (Elementary)
Outdoor Scavenger Hunt (Middle)
Photo Scavenger Hunt (Middle & High)
Book Readings
The Very Hungry Caterpillar (Pre-K)
We Don’t Eat Our Classmates (Pre-K – K)
Planet Kindergarten (Pre-K – K)
Free Sesame Street Books (no live readings, but hundreds of free ebooks available from Apple, Google Play, Kobo, and Nook) (Pre-K – K)
Thomas and the Big, Big Bridge (Pre-K – 2)
How I Became a Pirate (Pre-K – 2)
Where the Wild Things Are (Pre-K – 3)