PBS LearningMedia - A Basket of Testing Resources
U. S. History Collection (3-5, 6-8, 9-12) Expand student’s understanding of U.S. History with these engaging resources that bring the major people, events, and trends in history alive. Curated PBS clips, and a diverse array of other media and interactive resources develop student’s historical thinking skills. Browse the collection by era or skill.
Civics Collection (3-5, 6-8, 9-12) Empower your students with this collection that teaches civic knowledge through applied examples as analyzing civic engagement, and engaging in civic discourse with multiple perspectives and diverse stories.
Nova Collection (ALL) These standards-aligned resources make content meaningful to students.
Crash Course (6-12) From balancing chemical reactions to analyzing famous literature, never before has one collection offered such an awe-inspiring range of content. Over eleven courses subjects are featured.
English Language Arts (ALL) Access standards-aligned ELA resources for students, including tools to support AP prep! Use these materials to strengthen reading, writing, and language skills in the classroom.
Teachers' Lounge BlogPushing Toward APUSH: Online Resources to Help Prepare Students for the AP U.S. History Exam.
Discovery Education - April Highlights with Timely Resources
National Poetry Month (ALL) Pump up your literature lessons and learn about groundbreaking poets with this collection of resources, sorted by grade band.
Earth Day (4/2 ) (ALL) Celebrate Earth Day with this collection of engaging activities that students, educators, and families can do to invest in our future and make a meaningful difference for our planet.
Math: Money(PreK-2) Explore this collection of resources to help students discover the important roles of money.
Math: Units of Measurement (3-5) Help students employ the appropriate tools and units to measure distance, weight, volume, and more with this collection of resources.
Science: PhET Interactive Simulations(6-8) Explore the electrifying world of molecular interactions, genetic mutations, planetary gravity, and more with these interactive simulations.
Literacy: The Golden Threshold (9-12) Explore this beautiful collection of poems published in 1905 by the famed "Nightingale of India," Sarojini Naidu.
PreK, K -2 News!
Carl The Collector Invite your students to explore social and emotional learning through PBS KIDS Carl the Collector! This collection helps them to reflect on self-awareness, relationships, and what makes each person unique.
Bunny BreadExplore healthy habits with your students with a snack hack! As a fun Easter activity, follow this recipe for Bunny Bread to spark curiosity about nutrition while reinforcing science, reading, and math skills.
Explore the Outdoors | Teach Your Way Calendar How can outdoor exploration and media be combined for learning? Use the Explore the Outdoors activity calendar to guide students in engaging with nature through creative, developmentally-appropriate activities.
Celebrate 50 years of learning and fun with LPB Education’s Birthday Bash Play & Learn! 🎉 Join us for the ultimate PBS KIDS-style party packed with easy, family-friendly ideas—from colorful invitations and festive hats to birthday banners, bingo, cupcake toppers, confetti, punch, gift boxes, and so much more. Everything you need to throw a joyful, memorable celebration is right here—perfect for learning, playing, and partying together. Let’s make it a bash to remember! 🥳🎂
LDMA : Nature
In honor of Earth Day on April 22nd and Arbor Day on April 24th, theLDMA is highlighting nature in April. See stories that showcase Louisiana’s commitment to conservation and explore the unique landscapes and wildlife that contribute to Louisiana’s natural beauty!
LPB Highlights
LA64 - St. Martin Parish : Monday, April 6 at 8PM, LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
St. Martin Parish sits at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun Country, where music, food, and heritage shape everyday life. The episode visits St. Martinville at the Acadian Memorial and beneath the Evangeline Oak and explores Breaux Bridge, the Crawfish Capital of the World, where Cajun and Zydeco fill local dance halls.
LA64 – Lafourche Parish :Monday, April 13 at 8PM, LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Lafourche Parish follows the winding path of Bayou Lafourche, where Wetlands Acadian culture continues to shape the region’s music, language, food, and craftsmanship. The episode explores the Cajun Bayou from Cajun jams and French Tables in Thibodaux to lifted bridges in Lockport and master boat builders in Larose.
LA64 – Rapides Parish :Monday, April 20 at 8PM, LPB SPECIAL FOCUS
Rapides Parish lies at the crossroads of Central Louisiana, where the state’s landscapes and histories converge. The episode explores Alexandria and Pineville before visiting the preserved lumber town of Long Leaf and the World War II training grounds of Camp Claiborne.
CELEBRATING EARTH DAY 2026
NOVA: Rain Bombs - Wednesday, April 22 at 8PM, An invisible force is causing chaos around the globe. Follow scientists racing to understand the catastrophic “rain bombs” that are sinking ships and downing planes.
Louisiana Grass Roots - Wednesday, April 22 at 9PM, Louisiana Grass Roots explores Southwest Louisiana’s endangered prairie ecosystem and the community efforts to restore it. Once stretching across much of the region, the Cajun Prairie shaped local wildlife, culture, and way of life. Today, scientists and local advocates are working to bring this uniquely Louisiana landscape back.