Everyone is spending more time at home than usual, so it is normal to feel the need to fill the days with fun activities. Companies, celebrities, organisations and regular people are sharing tons of content and resources online that can help fill some of the time to make isolation a little more fun and interesting, and here are our Top 5 Picks.
1. Kids Storytime with David Walliams
Every morning at 11am, enjoy a free childrens storybook reading by David, the perfect mid-morning pick me up to keep the kids entertained!
Find out more on David Walliams website here: https://www.worldofdavidwalliams.com/elevenses/
2. Live Music with Ticketmaster
Lots of musicians are advocating for social distancing and playing their part by performing free live concerts or streaming past performances across various social media platforms. Ticketmaster are compiling these live performances into a handy blog so you don't miss your favourite artist!
Check it out on the Ticketmaster Website here: https://discover.ticketmaster.co.uk/music/our-guide-to-finding-the-best-live-stream-gigs-49794/
3. Take Some Time with Breethe
Meditation app Breethe is offering a collection of free content during isolation named 'Inner Wellness During Coronavirus' that is sure to help you feel calmer during this uncertain time.
Find out more here: https://www.breethe.com/
4. Joe Wicks PE Sessions
Due to his UK tour of schools being called off, Joe Wicks is now our online PE Teacher, keeping kids active with his fun, active workouts and classes for all ages! You can catch his Live PE Sessions at 9am every day on his YouTube channel, plus he is donating all money made from these videos to the NHS.
Join in the fun on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyCLoPd4VxBvQafyve889qVcPxYEjdSTl
5. Libraries Ireland
Join Libraries online for access to thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, online magazines and newspapers and more at your fingertips. There are also language and other various online courses you can take to really keep those brain juices flowing during isolation!
Apply online for access right here: https://www.librariesireland.ie/news/online-services-during-coronavirus
As I mentioned, there are lots of people sharing resources for FREE online, so get out there and check them out and avail of them to make your days more interesting, who knows you may find a new hobby, skill or interest that you never knew you had!
Stay Safe Everyone <3
- Niamh x
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