✈️ WIN A TRIP TO SPAIN | Teacher Opportunity to Share with Students✈️
As part of America & Spain 250, LPB is excited to share the Quizstory Podcast Award from the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute and the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.
High school students are invited to create a short podcast inspired by Spanish Influence on the American Revolution. Students can learn more about this from LPB’s collection Louisiana Hidden History: Spanish Louisiana in the American Revolution on PBS LearningMedia.
Winning students will earn a fully funded educational trip to Spain as part of the Summer 2026 Camino de Santiago Program. We hope you’ll share this exciting America 250 opportunity with your students!
Details and entry form: https://www.gilderlehrman.org/queen-sofia-spanish-institute-quizstory-podcast-award
The submissions form will close on February 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
LPB Call for Nominations for Louisiana Young Heroes
Louisiana Public Broadcasting announces the 2026 Louisiana Young Heroes program and the statewide call for nominations of students to be recognized as Louisiana Young Heroes. A Young Hero is defined as an exceptional individual who has excelled in academics, given significantly of themselves through public service, overcome adversity, exhibited extraordinary heroism, or inspired others through their deeds and strength of character to become better students, persons, and citizens. Parents, principals, teachers, guidance counselors, family members, and friends who know of high school students deserving of recognition for their tenacity, good work and commendable deeds, are encouraged to nominate them!
Nominees must be Louisiana students in grades 9-12, enrolled in an academic institution or homeschool program, and cannot be older than 18 years of age. Nominations and supporting materials should be submitted through the online form at lpb.org/heroes. The deadline for entries is Sunday, March 1, 2026. (Previous Young Heroes are not eligible.)
Go to lpb.org/heroes to read more about the Louisiana Young Heroes program and to submit a nomination.
PBS Learning Media: Check out February’s Championship Resources!
Sports Physiology | Science Trek(K-2,3-5) Bring real-world science into your classroom through sports! Students will learn how sports physiologists study the body, improve performance, prevent injuries, and encourage healthy movement for life.
The Math of the Winter Olympic Games | Things Explained(3-5,6-8) In this episode of Things Explained, we take a look at Winter Olympic sports from a different angle and see how geometry plays an important role in bringing home the gold.
The U.S. Presidency Collection(K-12) Explore the rich history and the institution of the U.S. Presidency—from George Washington to Barack Obama. Understand the duties and powers of the President of the United States and the First Lady, gather important background information with our Presidential biographies, and engage with videos and primary sources that place you back in time at some of the most pivotal turning points in American history.
Celebrating Black History & Culture(3-5, 6-8,9-12) PBS is celebrating Black History Month 2026! This collection is curated to showcase Black excellence through contributions, achievements, and ideas across core subjects and eras.Explore videos, media galleries, lesson plans, and more for students!
Upcoming Free Professional Development:
Behind the Scenes of The American Revolution-Tuesday, February 10, 6PM CT
America 250: Engaging Students with History, Media & Civic Voice - Wednesday, March 11, 6PM CT
Discovery Education: You Will Love these Resources!
February Activity Calendar(K-2)Explore ready-to-use instructional activities and lessons for the month of February that support timely and relevant topics.
February Daily-Fix It(3-5) Establish a daily classroom routine by presenting activities tied to the date’s topics or events, each paired with sentences for students to correct.
Supplemental Supports for Core Instruction
- NEW!Social Studies Background Builders (3-5, 6-8)
- Fresh! Math Talks & Student Investigations(K-8)
- Just Launched!Doodles and Digits – Standards‑aligned math videos (3-5)
- Latest!Science Student Investigations (3-5, 6-8)
- Recent!Science News Explores – Spanish Version (6-12)
PREK-2 News
Learning About Black Leaders Bingo: PreK and K | PBS KIDS Identifying contributions of people, past and present is important. We learn to celebrate individuals and the part they play in our lives.
George Washington | Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum Yadina has a problem: she doesn’t know how to be a good leader. So, she meets up with George Washington, the first president of the United States, to see how he leads other people.
Send PBS KIDS Valentine's Day CardsPrint and send out these sweet Valentine's Day cards with your favorite PBS KIDS characters to all your friends to show how much you care!
Join LPB for a fun-filled Celebrate Black History Remix Play & Learn, featuring the best moments from our favorite Black History programs for young children and families! 🌟 In this exciting remix, kids will create, learn, and play while discovering inspiring African American heroes who changed history through creativity, courage, and perseverance.
The LDMA is highlighting Black History Month with a collection of videos highlighting African American history and culture in Louisiana during the month of February. Be sure to explore the complete Black History Topic to see more stories and interviews with Black Louisianans who have made significant contributions to Louisiana.
LPB Highlights
AN LPB TRAVEL SERIES PREMIERE LA64 Mondays at 8:00PM LA64 is a new original travel series from Louisiana Public Broadcasting that explores all 64 parishes of Louisiana, revealing the people, places, and stories that make each one unique. Hosted by Louisiana native Karen LeBlanc, the series takes viewers beyond the familiar, uncovering hidden gems, and local traditions.
Nova: Can Dogs Talk? Wednesday, February 4 at 8:00PM Can dogs understand what we say—and talk back? Witness amazing moments from a major experiment, as thousands of dogs use speech buttons. Pet owners are convinced, but are our furry friends really communicating their thoughts and desires with us?
Signpost to Freedom: 1953 Baton Rouge Bus Boycott Monday, February 16 at 8:30PM LPB SPECIAL FOCUS As part of LPB’s look back at our fifty-year history of presenting Louisiana documentaries exploring Louisiana’s Black History, this program tells the story of the nation's first large-scale boycott challenging segregation. In 1953, led by a handful of determined young men and women, the African-American citizens of Louisiana's capital city staged a quiet revolt by refusing to ride city buses.
2026 State of the Union Tuesday, February 24 at 8:00PM The live coverage of the 2026 State of the Union Address - A PBS News Special will include the president’s speech, the Democratic response, and analysis from the PBS News team.