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PBS Digital Studios Provides Unique Learning Experiences
PBS Digital Studios is the public broadcaster’s digital arm that is successfully bringing the YouTube generation into the PBS world with 20 million views per month. Part of the PBS Digital Studio’s strategy is to create programming that was digital first and not so much about shortening existing broadcasts. Part of the success is by finding creatives who are already successful on YouTube or other online platforms, particularly in science, and exposing them to a wider audience—in some cases turning YouTube hobbyists into full-time PBS hosts. (Source: FastCompany). The various series in the PBS Digital Studios network, which range from animated explorations of neuroscience to lessons in Texas barbecue, are “purposefully…
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New Season of CYBERCHASE Encourages Positive and Healthy Choices
NEW SEASON OF EMMY-WINNING CYBERCHASE ENCOURAGES KIDS TO GET ACTIVE WITH MATH Featuring voices of Christopher Lloyd and Gilbert Gottfried, Season 10 highlights the intersection of math, health, and the environment The CyberSquad is back in action on November 9 when all new episodes of the PBS KIDS math series CYBERCHASE premiere on PBS stations across the country. Produced by THIRTEEN, Season 10 takes kids on educational adventures involving math, health, and the environment – from encouraging kids to be active and eat well, to teaching kids about reducing waste and growing gardens. CYBERCHASE #StepItUp encourages kids to get active: In addition to the premiere of…
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PBS Kids “Odd-tober” begins with an all-new ODD SQUAD
PBS KIDS’ “Odd-tober” begins with an all-new ODD SQUAD one-hour special and the return of Halloween-themed family favorites from various series! On Monday, October 5, PBS KIDS will premiere “ODD SQUAD: Against the Odds,” which will include five 11-minute stories with Olive, Otto and the rest of the gang as they solve the community’s strange problems. Related games, clips and full episodes will also be available on PBS KIDS digital platforms throughout the month. ODD SQUAD is one of our favorite new shows! You can read our interview with the creators, Tim McKeon (Adventure Time) and Adam Peltzman (The Electric Company) of this popular show here. What is your child’s…
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Tips for Parents During and After an Emergency
Living in Southern California you can’t help but wonder when the next big earthquake might come along. It is a scary feeling when you don’t have any control over the forces that be. A few years back there was a large one that kept shaking the house so we ran into our daughter’s room and started running down the stairs with her in our arms. In hindsight, I realize this might not be the best strategy as you don’t want to be caught on stairs in a big earthquake. September is National Preparedness Month and PBS Kids has come up with some tips for parents to help them in the case of an emergency. …
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Dandelion Moms 3rd Birthday Giveaway!
Our birthday banner was created by the talented Fernandez Design team. It does seem hard to believe that three years have gone by since we launched dandelion moms! The years have flown by and we have seen such love and support. This community of dandelion moms have shared their journeys and touched us in ways that will be treasured always. We so appreciate all of your support and want to celebrate all of you by hosting a giveaway with some of our favorite products! Good Luck and thank you again! Dexton Kids Dexton Kids offer the best teepee’s around! We received one of their teepee’s from my mother last Christmas…
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Back to School with PBS Kids and Whole Foods Market :: Review & Giveaway
Curious George is one of our favorite shows! We love reading the Curious George books and spent many a day watching him on PBS Kids. On August 17, Curious George is back to his inquisitive ways with the television premiere of CURIOUS GEORGE 3: BACK TO THE JUNGLE. In this adventure-filled feature-length movie, Curious George takes a trip to space but crash-lands in the jungles of Africa, leading to an unforgettable journey with new animal friends. Featuring the voice talents of Angela Bassett and John Goodman, with music by the Plain White T’s, BACK TO THE JUNGLE is a fun-filled journey that everyone in the family will enjoy. I secretly think my husband loves him more than…
