Scottish education secretary John Swinney said he “cannot predict” when schools will reopen as he issued new guidelines for home-teaching.
Children across the country have already experienced weeks without normal classes because of the coronavirus shut-down.
The new Scottish Government guidance, aimed at teachers, outlines more long-term planning including help for pupils at risk of being left behind.
Laptops and tablets could be provided more widely using a fund to help close the gap with disadvantaged children.
Some councils are already buying and sending out books and other material.
Primary and secondary schools are also looking at how to help older children move up at the summer holidays.
Swinney said: “Given the unprecedented circumstances, we cannot predict when schools in Scotland will reopen. However, our focus is that while schools are closed, learning continues, and we all have a role to play.
“Local authorities, schools, teachers and practitioners know their learners really well and have shown extraordinary dedication and professionalism in adapting and making decisions in the best interests of the children and young people.
“While we do not expect teachers, parents and families to replicate schools or classrooms, we are committed to working with all partners in Scotland’s education system to protect pupils’ wellbeing, and ensure learning can continue in an appropriate way, wherever possible.”
Parent Club Scotland and Parentzone Scotland web pages will carry updated Covid-19 advice and support.
The National Parent Forum of Scotland will produce a guide to online safety for parents and families.
Larry Flanagan, of teachers union the EIS, said: “This acknowledgement of the work being undertaken by teachers and schools is welcome as is the commitment to provide further support to parents, pupils and teachers across an unprecedented period of extended closure.
“The EIS also welcomes the recognition that supporting the health and well-being of pupils and staff is a critical aim, as without that, maintaining engagement with education at any level becomes even more difficult.”
