PREMIERES Jan 18-22

Odd Squad: End of the Road

Head “Down Under” with The Big O and the Mobile Unit as they join forces with two Australian agents to stop “The Shadow” from causing worldwide oddness.

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Nurturing Your Child’s Independence

Independence is bittersweet. Here are some ideas about how to raise a child who is loving and linked to family and who pushes forward to find their place in the larger world.

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Using Emojis with Kids to Express Feelings

With social and emotional learning being increasingly important for children, how emojis can be used to help kids express emotions while wearing a mask or while remote learning.

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Teaching Children About Diversity

Children tend to ask the most challenging questions at the most inconvenient times. Use these tips to spark your child’s curiosity about who they are in their world.

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Helping Kids navigate Scary News Stories

How do you talk to your children about scary news events? Encourage your kids to share what they already know, let them ask questions & offer simple, age-appropriate informatio

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Helping Children with Tragic Events in the News

One of the most important messages we can give our children when they're feeling anxious is, "I'm sad about the news & I'm worried. But I love you, and I'm here to care for you

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Overcoming Fears Through Pretend Play

Want to help your child overcome their fears? Pretend play can help children learn to problem solve when they're afraid and make sense of the world around them.

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Effective Ways to Help Kids Who Are Too Hard on Themselves

When children make negative statements about themselves, it may be unexpected and unsettling for grown-ups. Here are some ways to help children who are too hard on themselves.

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Time-outs: Helpful or Harmful to Young Children?

Giving your child a break can actually be a positive parenting strategy. The critical factor is the way this break is implemented. Here are some tips.

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How to Coach Kids Through Big Emotions

Coaching can become a powerful way to help children become more self-aware, understanding their own feelings and how emotions impact their choices.

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Interactive PBS KIDS Schedule

Find learning games and activities matched to your favorite PBS KIDS shows.

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At-Home Learning

At-Home Learning continues with our back-to-school edition to support families and educators with new digital resources and hands-on activities aligned to our PBS KIDS broadcast.

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Daily Activities Calendar

Find fun, daily activities and crafts to do with your children using items in your home and a few basic supplies.

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Presidential Inaugurations

Every four years on January 20, a ceremony called an inauguration marks the start of the United States president’s new term.

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Civil Rights: Demanding Equality | Democracy in America

Are there differing meanings of the word equality? Explore the history of civil rights and how equality is central to the American ideal with virtual learning-ready resources.

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Play and Learn at Home With PBS KIDS

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Tips for Volunteering with Kids

Many families celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day by volunteering or doing an act of service. Here are some ideas to get started!

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Navigating Family Heritage Assignments with Adopted Children

Ah, the family tree. This simple -- but charged -- assignment often rears its head in kindergarten or first grade. Here's one adoptive mom's approach.

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Helping Sensitive Kids Manage Their Emotions

Does your child respond to simple corrections with tears, or tantrums? Staying calm and responding with an empathetic acknowledgment is one way to de-escalate their emotions.

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Make A Mindfulness Jar Or Calming Timeout Timer

Tired of tantrums during time-outs? Or need a way to ensure your little one is brushing his teeth for the appropriate amount of time? Create your own glitter timer!

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Create A Melted Bead Bowl

Give loose beads a brand new life with this simple science and art project!

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Falling for Fun: A Drop Experiment

Observe whether things fall fast or slow. With your child, drop different objects from a high spot and record your findings.

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How to Help Kids with Nightmares

Bad dreams and nightmares are very common in children. Find out how you can help kids cope with nightmares.

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Talking to Kids: Families Come In All Shapes And Sizes

It’s normal for young kids to be curious about families. They don’t need much explanation, rather, just the positive acknowledgment that families come in different shapes & siz

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How Important is Handwriting these days

Think handwriting is just an old-fashioned skill? This may convince you to make writing a regular part of playtime with your kids!

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Learn at Home with PBS KIDS

The 2020-2021 school year is going to look different for families across the country. PBS KIDS is here to help no matter what learning situation your family is facing this year.

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Play and Learn Science App

Play with shadows, control the weather and roll and slide objects down a ramp, all in the free PBS KIDS Play & Learn Science App!

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Read-Along with PBS KIDS

Along with story-time of a beloved book, each PBS KIDS Read-Along is designed to encourage engagement among families with activity ideas and questions that spark conversation.

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Build Better Habits with the Good Manners Box

One of the most fun ways to boost positive behavior is to make a game of it! Check out our Good Manners Box.

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Practicing Computer Science Skills Anytime

Can your child recognize or create patterns? Good news: they're off to a strong start in becoming computer science savvy.

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Children’s Books About Peace

Even the best of friends sometimes have problems they must work out. Try "Dog and Bear: Two's Company" and other bedtime stories to share this lesson with little ones!

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11 Picture Books to Celebrate Diversity

This picture book celebrates diversity by showing how children in one classroom all grow and learn from each other’s traditions.

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Importance of Art in Child Development

Some may think of art education as a luxury, but simple creative activities are some of the building blocks of child development.

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Get Smart with the Arts

Did you know that arts activities can help prepare kids for success in school? Acting out stories using homemade props or drawing are easy ways to add arts to playtime.

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Why Reading Aloud to Kids Help Them Thrive

Reading aloud to kids has clear cognitive benefits but it also strengthens children’s social, emotional and character development.

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Strategies for Teaching Kids Self-Regulation

Self-regulation is the seed we plant that allows children to grow into adults who can manage their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

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Furikake Popcorn

Satisfy your need for something salty and crunchy. Tossed in coconut oil and seasoned with Furikake seasoning & a touch of salt, this recipe is healthy and satisfies.

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14 Low-Stress Tips for Virtual Learning Routines

Virtual learning can be frustrating for children and grown-ups. Here are one mom’s ideas for adding routine and making the most of this new learning environment.

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Helping Children Learn What’s Real on the Internet

The internet is complicated with lots of information out there. So what can you do to help find what’s true online? Here are 10 tips to help you and your child search together.

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Benefits of Teaching Children to See Race

To teach our children to be “colorblind” eliminates the beautiful diversity of our communities.

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3 Ideas to Support Your Family’s Anti-Racism Journey

Anti-racism is the practice of working to eliminate the unfair treatment of people based on the color of their skin. Some things to do to begin your family's anti-racism journey.

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Why and How to Talk to Your Child About Racism

Conversations about racism will look different to each family, but it’s important to talk to children about race and racism. Here are some tips.

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What’s Race? Having the Conversation with Young Children

Families should be talking more about race so that we can understand it. Dr. Aisha White explains what race is, and how grown-ups can talk about it with young children.

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How to Talk Honestly with Children About Racism

Talking with young children about race and racism is tough and important. Here are ideas to help you prepare for conversations, ask questions, and model anti-racist behavior.

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How to Use Children’s Books to Talk About Race and Racism

Here are seven ways Dr. White recommends using picture books (with questions and conversation starters!) to talk about race and racism.

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Using Media to Talk with Children About Race

Parents can create opportunities to talk about race through regular media use. Here are a few ways to make everyday media moments more meaningful.

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Arthur on Racism: Talk, Listen and Act

In this short, Arthur, Buster, and Mrs. MacGrady talk about ways we can all fight racism and stand up for what’s right.

MEET THE HELPERS

MEET THE HELPERS is a public media initiative designed to introduce children to community helpers and practice emergency preparedness.

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Preschool Learning at Home

Preschoolers learn best through exploring, using all of their senses to understand their world. Here are some resources to support your child's early learning.

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You, Me & Community – Together We Are the Key

PBS KIDS “You Me Community” music videos will help children explore the helpers that make up a community, and how to say thank-you to others.

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Thank You Neighbors Playlist

Learn about the people that make your community special! This PBS KIDS playlist is packed with songs and stories from your favorite TV shows

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How You and Your Kids Can Destress During Coronavirus

Feeling stressed, scared or anxious about the COVID-19 pandemic? Breathe. Use this and other strategies to help children – and yourself – navigate these feelings.

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PBS KIDS Healthy Habits Playlist

When Daniel is sick, he imagines that he is a germ-fighting superhero that can make all the germs go away!

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Germs Germs Go Away

"Germs, Germs Go Away. Don't come back any day" Use these tips from Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood to keep germs away by washing hands and coughing into your elbow.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Corona Virus

With Coronavirus being a concern for grownups, kids might also be worrying. Here is how to talk about COVID-19 with your young children & ways to practice healthy habits.

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PBS KIDS Role Models

These PBS KIDS role models prove that you can be anything. Check out these inspiring videos featuring a doctor, astronomer, paleontologist, engineer, and two musicians.

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How to Choose & Use Apps for Your Child’s Learning

Keep in mind: apps don’t equal learning – they are potential tools for learning.

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Sign Up for the PBS KIDS Daily Newsletter

As schools across the country are closed due to COVID-19, PBS KIDS is here to help. New weekday newsletter offers activities & tips to help kids play & learn at home.

PBS KIDS Apps and More

Mini games that parents can play with their kids that teach reading and math concepts.

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Explore the Outdoors with PLUM LANDING

Play! Explore! Create! Share! Discover the wonders of our amazing planet with PLUM LANDING!

PBS KIDS Lab

Exploring new ways to keep kids learning. Anytime. Anywhere.