Connecticut Public’s weekly “Learning Snacks” is a quick, curated collection of free activities, games, recipes, and videos that will keep your child’s hungry mind fed and busy hands engaged. Help them to create, discover and develop while playing and having fun!
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Maskot/Getty Images/Maskot/MaskotSeptember 30th is International Podcast Day, making this week the perfect time to tune in and practice the important skills of listening! Podcasts and read-alouds give children opportunities to build listening skills, strengthen comprehension and learn new vocabulary words. Full of fun stories, podcasts and new ways to listen, this week’s Learning Snacks is here! -
Dance is a wonderful way for children to express themselves, build confidence, learn about different cultures and get their bodies moving. This week, Learning Snacks invites you to explore dance through music, movement, creativity and fun! Turn up the tunes and let’s cut a rug! -
The month of September is filled with fun traditions! With Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, beginning at sundown on the 11th, and National Hispanic Heritage Month starting September 15th, there’s so much to celebrate! -
September is the perfect time to celebrate the joy of reading, and International Literacy Day on September 8th is a great reminder of how powerful stories can be. Reading is a powerful tool to share ideas and what makes us special. And be sure to check out NEW EPISODES of Carl the Collector this week, a PBS Kids character who loves to read!
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Delivered on Thursdays | Parents and educators with students at home, this one's for you. Each week we'll bring you a rich collection of multi-media educational resources from Connecticut Public, PBS and other public media to keep your kids engaged and enhance their learning experience.
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Learning SnacksIt’s officially back-to-school season! Time to get back into learning, exploring and asking big questions. This week’s Learning Snacks combines the excitement of going back to school with an exploration of people, ideas and events that shaped the United States. From getting ready for the first day to exploring the American Revolution, there is so much to discover this week! -
Learning SnacksThe countdown to the new school year is on, making it the perfect time to ease back into routines and start building excitement for the year ahead! Taking small steps now to get back into the routine can help make the back-to-school transition feel smoother and more comfortable. -
Learning SnacksGet ready to celebrate National Tell a Joke Day on Sunday, August 16th with a week of silly stories, funny crafts and plenty of laughs! There’s so many ways to celebrate the joy of laughter! This week’s Learning Snacks is here to remind us that learning can be playful, creative and most importantly- fun! -
Learning SnacksSummer skies can change in an instant, from sunshine to thunderstorms! Help children feel confident instead of frightened by learning the science behind severe weather and practicing smart storm safety together. This week's Learning Snacks are full of fun weather adventures, and be sure to catch the NEW PBS Kids special, Storm on Sesame Street, and be on the lookout for new episodes of Weather Hunters at the end of the month! -
Learning SnacksIt’s Shark Week, and there’s no better time to dive into the fascinating world of one of the ocean’s most incredible creatures! Whether you are a shark fan or prefer to keep in shallow waters, there’s something for everyone to discover in this week’s Learning Snacks! -
Learning SnacksSummer is the perfect time to turn everyday adventures into exciting scientific discoveries! A trip to the beach, a craft at home or a game in the backyard create endless possibilities for asking questions, experimenting and learning. Dive into these PBS Kids resources this week to make this the best summer yet!
This Halloween season, PBS KIDS is offering families a festive lineup of episodes including classics like “Creepy Creatures” from WILD KRATTS, “The Haunted Tree House” from ARTHUR, and “A Halloween Boo Fest” from CURIOUS GEORGE. Plus, check out crafts and activities perfect for a season of creativity!
