At Home with Arizona PBS is a weekly email newsletter designed to bring you the latest information concerning COVID-19 and supply free resources for parents and educators. Arizona PBS is here to help make your time at home more informed, enjoyable and educational.
TONIGHT: See the Colorado River like never before
“The Colorado,” an epic film about North America’s wildest river, will premiere on Arizona PBS tonight at 7 p.m. "The Colorado” is a sweeping exploration of the river’s history, from the earliest settlements in the region to the impact of climate change today. The voice narrating these stories belongs to stage legend and Academy Award-winner Mark Rylance, familiar to Arizona PBS viewers from his starring role in the “Masterpiece” series “Wolf Hall.” More >>
COVID-19 numbers are declining
The numbers for COVID-19 in Arizona have taken a steep decline from just a month ago. Although the number of cases are getting better in Arizona, experts warn that it is not the time to relax on the efforts of staying safe and wearing your mask. More >>
'Hit twice as hard': Children with disabilities face an onslaught of challenges.
The most recent data available shows kids with disabilities were arrested nearly three times more often than students without learning and behavioral challenges. Schools that rely on harsh punishment to control the classroom leave children with disabilities more likely to be suspended. More >> |
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Activities & resources for parents, families and educators
Early childhood educators and families
Celebrate the launch of the latest program to join the PBS KIDS Ready to Learn Family... "Elinor Wonders Why!" Join the program creators and researchers to learn more about the show and its resources' intent to encourage children to follow their curiosity, ask questions, figure out the answers and learn about the natural world around them using their science inquiry skills. Register for free. More >>
New Arizona PBS At Home Learning resources for the 2020-2021 school year
Arizona PBS will continue to bring you resources highlights to your inbox each Wednesday. Look for suggested lessons, activities, and programs connected to the concepts, grade levels and standards at each level. More >>
Parents: Activities for September are here. Check the calendar for simple learning games and crafts with everyday items at home. More >>
Administrators and Community Leaders: Looking for a way to reach families with young children in your community? Find out more about Arizona PBS free parent text messaging service, Bright By Text. We are happy to send messages to your zip code with valuable information about community events. More >> |
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REMINDER for parents and educators:
Make time for Family Night!
Join PBS KIDS September 4 for author and actress Sonia Manzano as she reads her book "A Box Full of Kittens," a story about a little girl who wants to be a hero. Watch for more details on Arizona PBS KIDS Facebook.
This week’s PBS KIDS Family Night features a “Sid the Science Kid” mini-marathon! Make some colorful, fizzy fun science with everyday items in your kitchen along with us ahead of the show on Facebook. PBS KIDS 24/7 Programming begins at 7 p.m. on Sept. 4, with repeats on Sept. 5-6!
Watch with us on the PBS KIDS app or channel 8.4. View the schedule >> |
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