The sun is shining, and school bells are ringing, it’s back-to-school season! 🍎✨ To help make the transition a little smoother, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite tutor-recommended resources to try this fall.

These tools are perfect for students to use during lessons, at home, or even on their own for extra practice. Whether your child wants to sharpen their science skills, strengthen their writing, or explore something new, we’ve got a (free!) resource for them. 

Check out the full list on our website and make this school year the brightest one yet!

1. GoNoodle

GoNoodle is all about bringing joy, movement, and mindfulness into learning—for kids and the adults who support them! 🎉 This free website is packed with brain breaks, energizing routines, and interactive games that help students stay active and engaged.

✨ Perfect for grades K–8, GoNoodle makes learning fun while encouraging healthy habits, creativity, and focus.

2. Zearn Math

Looking for your student’s new favorite math activity? ✨ Zearn Math offers thousands of digital lessons and resources designed for elementary and middle schoolers. Students learn through engaging visuals, models, and real-life examples that bring math concepts to life. 🧮

3. Storybird

Turn learning into a creative adventure with Storybird! 📖 This free website lets students and tutors read, write, and even publish their own books. With fun activities and challenges, Storybird inspires imagination, builds literacy skills, and strengthens the student–tutor bond.

4. HMH

Explore a world of free activities in math, literature, and science with HMH. 🌎🔬 Perfect for learners of all ages, this resource adapts to student needs and supports steady progress in every subject area.

5. Multiplication.com

Math practice has never been this fun! 🎲 Multiplication.com is a free site packed with interactive games for elementary and middle schoolers. Whether your student needs to sharpen their addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division, this site makes practicing math both exciting and effective.

6. Fall Activities

🍂 Looking for ways to beat boredom this fall? This site is full of educator-picked activities designed for elementary students. Take movement breaks, enjoy outdoor fun, and try hands-on seasonal projects—all perfect for mixing play with learning.

7. Chop Chop Family

Cooking meets learning with ChopChop Family! 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳 Kids can practice math skills while following kid-friendly recipes to create tasty dishes. This free resource makes mealtime both delicious and educational.

At The Sunshine Method, we’re committed to nurturing your child’s academic, social, and emotional growth—helping them thrive both in and out of the classroom. 🌟 We hope these resources bring joy, curiosity, and inspiration to your family’s routine this fall.

Ready to take the next step? Click here to get matched with a tutor who can guide your child toward long-term success!