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For Kids

Are you a kid? Do you have questions? Are both those answers YES? Then you’re in the right spot! Check out our website and explore the different games, activities and tasks all designed to meet you where YOU are!

    • Learning Snacks: Positivity and Purpose! Celebrate National Positive Thinking Day
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      National Positive Thinking Day is this Saturday! So let’s end the week on a high note! Celebrate the benefits of a positive mindset by practicing mindfulness and self-love this weekend. Whether you prefer to get your body moving or take a break to relax, this week’s Learning Snacks has something for everyone!
    • Learning Snacks: Welcome Weather Hunters! Weather Games and Science
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      Rain or shine, PBS Kids brings the fun with the BRAND NEW series, Weather Hunters! Premiering on September 8th, the animated series features Al Hunter, voiced by Emmy award-winning weatherman Al Roker, as his family explores STEM, meteorology, and earth science. This week, we are going to learn all about the “whys?” of weather!
    • Learning Snacks: Ready, Set, School! Back to School Tips and Tricks
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      Back to school is always an exciting time of year! It’s a chance to get back into the routine, meet new friends, and learn new lessons. Shake off the Sunday scaries this week with some of these back-to-school tips and tricks for children, teachers, and parents!
    • Learning Snacks: Wonderful Water! Water Conservation and Safety Tips with Daniel Tiger
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      Water is one of our most precious resources—and it’s something we all share responsibility for protecting. To celebrate World Water Week, we are exploring simple ways we can save water and helpful reminders about water safety with everyone’s favorite neighbor, Daniel Tiger!


    Let’s Make This School Year GRR-IFIC! Heading back to school after summer break can bring lots of feelings — excitement, nerves, for both kids and their grown-ups. But with a little help from PBS KIDS pals, families can ease back into their school routine with confidence, kindness, and a “can-do” attitude.



    • Learning Snacks
      When it comes to making new friends, Donkey Hodie and Daniel Tiger are experts! When they meet in Someplace Else for the first time, they have a lot of questions for each other. Asking questions is a great way to get to know each other better. This week, let’s make some new friends!
    • Learning Snacks
      This week, Learning Snacks is exploring all things bug! From buzzing bees to wiggly worms, the four-part global investigation series from PBS, Bugs that Rule the World, dives into insect declines, exploring their diversity and the critical roles they play on the planet. Scientists reveal the beauty of bugs, from pollinators, to insect assassins, to the tiny clean-up crews that purify the planet. Check out some videos from the series here!
    • Learning Snacks
      This week, we are highlighting the power of kindness, connection, and inclusion for International Friendship Day! Friendship is the heart of every classroom, family and community. In this week’s Learning Snacks, you will find activities, lessons and stories about meaningful friendship for everyone!
    • Learning Snacks
      July is bringing the heat, but PBS Kids is getting a cool blast of adventure with all-new Molly of Denali! Get ready for new Alaskan adventures streaming on PBS Kids. Each episode is packed with fun, discovery, and new learning, perfect for kids, parents, and educators alike.
    • Learning Snacks
      You are in for an extra-large scoop of fun this week as we celebrate National Ice Cream Day on July 20th! Whether you're a fan of classic vanilla or prefer a new wild flavor, there's something for everyone in this week’s Learning Snacks.
    • Learning Snacks
      Summer is the perfect time to hit the road and make new memories, but even the most exciting trips can have moments of boredom. Whether you are enjoying time in your own backyard or taking a trip somewhere new, there are plenty of creative ways to keep the kids engaged!


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