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Reading and Sharing Stories

Summer Activities for Families

EXPLORESUMMER COLLECTIONS

PLAY & LEARNFREE ACTIVITIES ON pbskidsforparents.org/summer

CELEBRATE WITH FAMILY NIGHTFRIDAYS ON THE PBS KIDS 24/7 CHANNEL AND VIDEO APP

ObservingNature

Play and learn this summer with PBS KIDS! Get started with the hands-on activity collections below or visit pbskids.org, the PBS KIDS Video app, and the PBS KIDS Games app for more ideas and fun. Remember to follow @PBSKIDS for great summertime activities for the whole family.

MakingFamily

Traditions

Does your family have a favorite tradition?Get inspired to create your own with this collection of crafts, music, and story clips.

Join Molly, Tooey, and Trini for a night of adventure as they explore family stories, Alaska Native traditions, and the great

outdoors in MOLLY OF DENALI. Tune in on June 11.

SharingYour

Creativitythrough Art

Spark creativity with games from SCRIBBLES AND INK! This special collection of resources is designed to get you and your child singing,

dancing, drawing, and laughing.

It’s a pinka-party and your family is invited to paint, draw, and dance with PINKALICIOUS &

PETERRIFIC! Join the fun on June 18.

Being aGood Friendand Neighbor

What makes family and friends special? There are lots of things kids can doto celebrate neighbors and friends. This collection will help them learn about their role in the community.

There’s a new neighborhood at PBS KIDS! It’s the world of DONKEY HODIE from the

makers of DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD. Tune in June 25 to see how Donkey Hodie and her pals use teamwork and laughter to

accomplish amazing things.

ExploringSpace

at Home

Build a rocket ship, go stargazing,or imagine life on another planet

with this collection of space-themed games, activities, and an out-of-this-world playlist.

Jet Propulsion is the kid next door AND an alien! Join him - along with

his family and friends - as they explore the far reaches of outer space in two

specials from READY JET GO! on July 2.

You and your child can try a scavenger hunt, go on a weather walk, or read and play with this nature-themed playlist and activity collection. What’s the biggest tree

you can find?

Tally Ho! Nature Cat, Hal, Daisy, andSqueeks are hitting the trails to learn

about birds, bugs, and…strawberries? Tune in for a sweet NATURE CAT

marathon June 4.

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Build a rocket ship, go stargazing,or imagine life on another planet

with this collection of space-themed games, activities, and an out-of-this-world playlist.

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Readingand Sharing

Stories

Words can take your child anywhere. Use the activities in this collection to help them build literacy skills and create and

share family stories.

Get ready to travel through time with XAVIERRIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM!

The fun starts on July 23 when Xavier, Yadina, and Brad meet real-life storytellers Mark Twain,

Zora Neale Hurston, and Maya Angelou.

CreatingDaily

Routinesfor Kids

It’s always a good time to brush up on everyday routines with your child like greeting friends, picking up toys, and getting ready for bed. This collection

is filled with tips and ideas!

It’s scary and exciting to do somethingfor the first time. Pick up tips, songs, and strategies from Daniel as he explores

new things during the DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD marathon on July 30.

Going Backto School

Preparing for a new school year can stir up lots of emotions for your child. Use the activities in this collection to

plan ahead and practice first day routines together.

"That is so interesting!" Everyone wonders about the world, including Elinor from

ELINOR WONDERS WHY. She’s curious just like your child! Join her on August 6 as she learns to ask questions and solve puzzles.

Summer Activities for Families

Playingwith Water

Whether it's frozen or melted, water is a wonderful way to inspire your child’s curiosity. Find playful activities in this

water-themed collection.

Rain or shine, PBS KIDS is always readyfor an adventure! Tune in July 9 for

back-to-back fun with WILD KRATTS, NATURE CAT, and DINOSAUR TRAIN.

EXPLORESUMMER COLLECTIONS

PLAY & LEARN CELEBRATE WITH FAMILY NIGHTFRIDAYS ON THE PBS KIDS 24/7 CHANNEL AND VIDEO APP

InvestigatingAnimals

Crawl like an ant, jump like a frog, and gallop like a horse! Inspire young learners to sing, play, and laugh with this special collection of

animal-themed resources.

Ready to explore? Join Chris and Martin Kratt on their journey from the Amazon

to Alaska! Tune in to the WILD KRATTS marathon on July 16.

FREE ACTIVITIES ON pbskidsforparents.org/summer

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Learn at Home with PBS KIDS

Explore reading, math, science, life lessons, and more on the PBS KIDS 24/7 channel and live stream! The TV schedule below offers you and your child a chance to learn anytime alongside your friends from PBS KIDS.

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Schedule Begins May 3, 2021

TIME (M-F) GRADE LEARNING GOALSSHOWThe Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!

6/5c am Science & Engineering PK-1

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Ready Jet Go!

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Peg + Cat

Sesame Street

Super WHY!

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Elinor Wonders Why

Dinosaur Train

Let's Go Luna!

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

Molly of Denali

Nature Cat

Hero Elementary

Cyberchase

Donkey Hodie

Pinkalicious & Peterrific

Curious George

Pinkalicious & Peterrific

Elinor Wonders Why

Curious George

Molly of Denali

Hero Elementary

Clifford the Big Red Dog

Nature Cat

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

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Social & Emotional Learning

Science & Engineering

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Social & Emotional Learning

Literacy

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Math & Science

Social & Emotional Learning

The Arts

Math, Science & Engineering

The Arts

Science & Engineering

Math, Science & Engineering

Literacy

Science & Engineering

Social & Emotional Learning, Literacy

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Social & Emotional Learning

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Apps for STEM Learning (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)Literacy, Math

Science and Engineering

Science and Engineering

Science and Engineering

Science

Science

Science and Engineering

Science

Learn at Home with PBS KIDS

Play and learn anytime and anywhere with free apps from PBS KIDS! Use the chart below to find the app that aligns to your child’s grade, learning goal, and favorite PBS KIDS show - then download it on your on your mobile or tablet device to play online, offline, or anytime.

pbskids.org/apps

Apps for Social & Emotional Learning

Apps for Literacy LearningPK-K

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Multiple Learning Goals

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Nature Cat'sGreat Outdoors

PBS KIDS ScratchJr

Outdoor Family Funwith Plum

Cyberchase Shape Quest

Ready Jet Go!Space Explorer

Ready Jet Go!Space Scouts

Photo Stuff with Ruff

PBS KIDS Games app

PBS KIDS Video app

Science

Coding

Science and Engineering

Math, Science

Science

Science and Engineering

Science

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Multiple Learning Goals

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Daniel Tiger for Parents

PBS KIDS Games app

PBS KIDS Video app

Social & Emotional Learning

Multiple Learning Goals

Multiple Learning Goals

Dinosaur Train A to Z

PBS KIDS Games app

PBS KIDS Video app

Molly of Denali

PBS ParentsPlay & Learn

Play & Learn Engineering

Jet's Bot Builder:Robot Games

The Cat in the HatInvents

Splash and Bubblesfor Parents

Play & Learn Science

The Cat in the HatBuilds That!

Splash and BubblesOcean Adventure

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