As families and caregivers find themselves in the dual role of trying to educate and entertain their children while living with social distancing, countless organizations are offering materials, ideas, and activities suited to children of all ages. Some are academic, some are fun, and some may even fall into both categories.

Due to the threat of spreading coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, life as we know it has changed dramatically in the last few days. With both city and state officials mandating school closures and declaring states of emergency, we want to ensure that all Boston families have the information they need to get through the days and weeks ahead.

In recent weeks, there have been a handful of media reports -- from the Boston Globe to WBUR -- detailing various thoughts about what the state’s audit of the Boston Public Schools could mean once the report is released this month.