Elementary Education
PBS KIDS believes the world is full of possibilities, and so is every child. As the number one educational media brand for kids, PBS KIDS helps elementary-aged children learn lessons that last a lifetime. Through media and community-based programs, PBS KIDS wants children to see themselves uniquely reflected and celebrated in lovable, diverse characters who serve as positive role models. PBS KIDS also want kids to explore their feelings and discover new adventures along the way.
As the number-one educational media
brand, we prepare children for
success in school and life.
Meet Our
Educational Engagement Liaisons
Leah Steinhiser
LSteinhiser@wnit.org
574-675-9648 x328
Leah Steinhiser is your
Educational Engagement Liaison
for PBS Michiana–WNIT,
serving Northern Indiana
and Southwest Michigan.
Liz Deford
LDeford@wnit.org
574-675-9648 x 309
Liz Deford is your
Educational Engagement Assistant
responsible for outreach
to Elkhart, Noble
and LaGrange Counties.
Learning Ecosystem
All children deserve the chance to reach their full potential. That’s why PBS KIDS aims to support learning for young children across America. PBS KIDS and local stations across the country support the entire ecosystem in which children learn and grow – including the grown-ups in children’s lives - providing resources accessible anytime and anywhere. This community-based approach is grounded in research that shows that when parents or teachers are engaged, kids’ learning outcomes improve.
For Families
PBS KIDS For Early Learners
Curated from PBS LearningMedia
Wild Kratts joins the adventures of Chris and Martin Kratt as they encounter incredible wild animals, combining science education with fun and adventure as the duo travels to animal habitats around the globe. Each adventure explores an age-appropriate science concept central to an animal's life and showcases a rarely seen wildlife moment, all wrapped up in engaging stories of adventure, mystery, rescue, and the Kratt brothers' brand of laugh-out-loud-comedy that kids love.
The educational goals of Wild Kratts are to:
1) Teach six to eight-year-old viewers natural history and age-appropriate science by building on their natural interest in animals.
2) Develop and strengthen basic skills of observation and investigation that children will use increasingly as they continue their study of science.
3) Build excitement in science that will remain with them throughout their lives.
Visit PBS Kids and PBS Parents to extend the learning with Wild Kratts educational games and parent-child activities.
In this collection:
Full Episodes + Activity Bundles
Lesson Plans
Graphic Organizers | Wild Kratts
Live-Action Segments
Animal Behaviors
Animal Adaptations & Characteristics
Classification
Ecosystems
Extinction
Teamwork
Wild Kratts Games
Kratts Creatures
PBS KIDS Learning Goals
PBS KIDS SHOWS
Have a topic you’re interested in and a favorite show? Share your ideas so we can build a custom presentation just for you!
Family Fun Learning Night
Wild Kratts
Sesame Street
Dinosaur Train
Nature Cat
STEM Activities
Weather Hunters
Work It Out Wombats
Wild Kratts
Odd Squad
Social-Emotional Learning
Daniel Tiger
Carl the Collector
Rosie’s Rules
Sesame Street
Literacy and Language
Super Why!
Phoebe & Jay
Word World
Read, Write ROAR!
Educator Professional Development
PBS LearningMedia (K-12)
Lessons aligned to state standards
when you set up a free account with your email.
For Educators
Bring the World to Your Classroom
ThinkTV and PBS have curated FREE, curriculum-aligned
videos, interactives, lesson plans, and more for teachers like you.
PBS & PBS KIDS offer a variety of educational programming, games, and resources in both English and Spanish.
PBS y PBS KIDS ofrecen una variedad de programación, juegos y recursos educativos tanto en inglés como en español.
Curated Resources for Parents of
Elementary School-Aged Children
Raising Kids Who Thrive
Stories and advice on raising kind, caring and resilient children
Arts & Creativity
Inspire an appreciation for music, dance, visual arts, and theater and encourage kids to express themselves in their own unique way.
Celebrations
Enjoy holidays and special occasions with your kids! Create lasting memories, teach traditions and heritage, and make time to be together.
Emotions and Wellbeing
Understanding and managing emotions is a lot at any age. Find our best tips for expressing feelings and supporting positive mental health.
Exploring Nature
Discover the joy of exploring nature with kids! Get ideas and activities all about the outdoors, getting outside, and learning how things grow.
Family Life
Have fun together as a family! Build strong bonds through quality time, laughter, and shared experiences with our ideas and activities.
Going to School
Kids spend a lot of time at school. Here are ways to support them with academics, separation anxiety, and more.
Healthy Habits
Get in the habit of health! Focus on physical and emotional wellbeing for the whole family with these ideas and activities.
In Our Community
Help your kids become active members of their community! Here's how to help them feel connected to the world around them.
Life Lessons
Practice empathy, responsibility, and perseverance with kids - shaping them into kind, resilient people prepared for life's challenges.
Reading and Writing
Inspire your kids to become lifelong readers and writers! Get tips and ideas for learning to read, imagining stories, and embracing the power of words.
Social Skills
Making friends, talking with others, and showing kindness all help kids grow. Explore ways to help your child connect with others.
STEM
Spark your child's curiosity! Practice problem-solving skills with fun science, technology, engineering, and math ideas and activities.
See Some of Our Work
Read the Kids and Education Sections
of our FY2025 Impact Report.
Now let’s get up and dance!