Through its commitment to offer curriculum-based entertainment, PBS KIDS provides shows, activities and support materials to both entertain and elevate children’s education. These free, evidence-based resources help build math, science, literacy and social emotional skills and can be utilized across a variety of learning models and environments. Much of the content has been contextualized for classroom use.
When reliable internet access may be an issue, PBS KIDS programming is a great option. All PBS KIDS series and apps are aligned to curriculum areas and specific learning goals.
You can find the broadcast schedule for all of KET’s channels including the 24/7 KET PBS KIDS channel online. Programming is also available online at KET.org/live and through the PBS KIDS Video App.
Follow this usage framework to integrate PBS KIDS content into your lessons:
Access
Introduce
Apply
Assess
Connect
PBS KIDS Usage Exemplars
Social Studies (PDF), English Language Arts (PDF)
Need Help?
If you need a little extra help or inspiration for integrating PBS KIDS content into you lessons contact your KET Education Consultant.
Research
The Education Development Center, an independent, nonprofit research organization, found that “PBS content has educational effectiveness and a statistically significant impact on learning…constant across all subject areas and no matter where students learn… and whether the learning took place using TV, video, tablet, games, or handheld devices and other interactive technology.” Learn more here.
Featured Resources
PBS KIDS Shows Conversation Guide
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PBS KIDS Learning Goals
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PBS KIDS Mobile Apps
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Broadcast Television Discussion Questions For Students
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