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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!

  • 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!
  • It’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!
  • The 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.
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    Get 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!

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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.



  • Learning Snacks
    In May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by recognizing the many contributions and lasting impact of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities on U.S. history, culture, traditions and achievements. PBS Kids brings these stories to life for children and families every day through meaningful characters, engaging storytelling and important lessons that help young learners better understand and appreciate the world around them.
  • Learning Snacks
    This week’s forecast is all about celebrating the beauty of spring and the wonderful mother figures in our lives. With new episodes of “Weather Hunters”, including a special Mother’s Day feature, and plenty of chances to spread kindness and appreciation, it’s shaping up to be a truly special week!
  • Learning Snacks
    State testing season is here, and with it comes a chance for students to show all they’ve learned and how much they have grown this school year! We know that testing brings on a mix of emotions for students: excitement, pressure and sometimes anxiety. This week, we will focus on tools you can use to make testing season more manageable for everyone.
  • Learning Snacks
    April is the perfect time to celebrate the power of words and imagination, and honor National Poetry Month and the birthday of the iconic William Shakespeare. Dive into a world of rhythm, rhyme and self-expression as you feel, create and share!
  • Learning Snacks
    April is a time of growth and new beginnings. Join PBS Kids in celebrating National Library Week from April 19th to 25th and Earth Day on the 22nd! These special days are a great opportunity to inspire a love of reading and learn ways to care for our planet.
  • Learning Snacks
    April is Autism Acceptance Month! This month, we can all focus on celebrating inclusion and neurodiversity, while promoting acceptance over awareness. PBS Kids is committed to sharing authentic characters, stories and resources to help children on the autism spectrum thrive, this month and every month!


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!



Connecticut Public’s educational programs are supported by The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Robert G. and Marguerite M. Derx Foundation, The Hearst Foundation, Charles D. Fleischman Charitable Trust, Joan and Barry Richter, The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts.