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With schools closed and kids home, we are all trying to adjust to this new normal: parents working from home without childcare while kids go stir-crazy indoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, reading and learning during this time are important, but to get your kid to sit down and focus can be challenging, to say the least. We get it! We\u2019re here to help. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We want to do more to engage your kids and give you some relief during this chaotic time. So we are bringing the unlimited discovery of Epic digital learning to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting Friday, March 27th, you can tune in to Epic Live!, a new Facebook<\/a> Live video series featuring top-notch experts in their fields, leading a collaborative, educational, and fun class for your child. Each 20-minute episode will meet children at their level and provide them with an opportunity to explore at home, without begging you for attention and materials. They get a lesson they love, you get a break you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Among our guest teachers are best-selling authors, Tony award winners, chefs, scientists, Epic master teachers, and more! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Covering topics from graphic novels, to art, science, and more, there will be something every child will love watching while you enjoy 20-minutes of peace. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can both enjoy some guilt-free screen time knowing they will be taught by the best in a completely safe, ad-free, and age-appropriate digital environment. Your at-home learning program just got easier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Awesome! How can I watch it? <\/strong>
Mark your calendar for Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:00 p.m. PST\/4 p.m. EST. At showtime, visit our Facebook page <\/a>to tune in to the free Epic Live! video class. Don\u2019t forget to like and follow Epic on Facebook and Instagram @Epic4kids. This will ensure you get notified for Live sessions and stay up-to-date on Epic Live! news. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Can I watch it later or do I have to see it live? <\/strong>
After live sessions air, they will also be available to watch online anytime! Check the Epic Blog each week for updated posts with links to the videos. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I need this like yesterday – when does it start?<\/strong> 
The first episode will be Friday, March 27 at 1:00 p.m. PST\/4 p.m. EST on Epic\u2019s Facebook page. The Epic Live! show will air twice a week, on Wednesdays and Fridays, at 1:00 p.m. PST.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who will be teaching?<\/strong>
We are so excited about our line-up of guest teachers! We have hand-picked a list of guests who are not only experts in their field but have the personality and presentation skills needed to keep cabin-fevered kids focused and curious.  We will update our calendar regularly and keep you in the know!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For now, get pumped for our very first session of Epic Live! on 3\/27:
Unlock Your Writing Superpower with Eric Wight<\/strong>
Learn how to create\u00a0your own superhero adventure with\u00a0Eric Wight, author of the new Epic! comic book series, TOTALLY SUPER SQUAD! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eric Wight is the author and illustrator of the Frankie Pickle<\/a> series. He has also worked as an animator for Disney, Warner Bros., and Cartoon Network. He lives in the Philadelphia suburbs with his wife and herd of kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3\/27 Update: <\/strong>View this session of Epic Live! anytime by <\/a>clicking here.<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Know someone else who might be interested? Share the news!<\/strong>
Head on over to our Instagram <\/a>or Facebook<\/a> to share class details and invite your friends to join you for this totally super lesson!

We will get through this new way of life together. As always, Epic is here for our community of parents, students, and educators. Join the conversation on our social channels @epic4kids and @epic4educators <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay in, but stay curious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Epic Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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