Apple Magazine - USA - Issue 442 (2020-04-17)

(Antfer) #1

available for free, it’s a great way to spend a
morning and offer children a different type of
learning experience.


Physical education is equally as important
during a lockdown, and with governments
closing parks and outdoor spaces to reduce the
spread of the virus, parents have few options
when it comes to outdoor activity. One fitness
fanatic from the United Kingdom is offering an
alternative to sports classes with early-morning
fitness workouts live-streamed on YouTube. Joe
Wicks, also known as The Body Coach, shares
workouts for kids on his channel, and each video
has racked up millions of views as parents and
children exercise together. Better yet, every
cent from AdSense revenue is to be donated to
charities fighting against the virus, so you can
work up a sweat and play your part in the
global battle against COVID-19.


When the core subjects have been tackled,
there’s also room to explore passions with
new apps and software. Children can learn
to play the guitar for free with Fender Play,
who has opened up its platform for three
months for everyone, with video lessons
created by some of the world’s most
renowned musicians. Lingvist is offering its
app for free until July 31, allowing students to
learn a foreign language online. It’s the ideal
opportunity for parents and children alike to
come together and challenge themselves to


Image: Martin Rickett

Guitar Lessons | Fender Play
By Fender Digital, LLC
Category: Music
Requires iOS 10.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad,
and iPod touch.
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