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Parents Newsletter | April 2026
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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! 🥳🎂

Camp LPB 2026

Ready Jet Go! Space Adventures
June 22-26, 2026

9 AM - 12 NOON

Ready Jet Go! Space Adventures for children ages 6 through 9! Camp LPB will engage kids in science, technology, engineering, math, and literacy with fun hands-on activities, digital media, and technology with Ready Jet Go! Camp is held at LPB's Telecommunications Center located at 7733 Perkins Road in Baton Rouge, LA, from 9 AM - 12 NOON Monday-Friday. Cost is $175 per camper plus a non-refundable registration fee of $25.

Register HERE!

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Spring Into Family Brunch This Season With Five Cool Recipes

Kids are always in the kitchen. They love to be helpful, especially when it comes to something they get to eat. When spring bursts through the cold of winter, my family loves making brunch together, mixing up our menus from winter’s hot cocoa to springtime’s lemonade. Check out these fun and easy PBS KIDS-inspired brunch recipes you can make with your kids, too!

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Building Your Child’s Confidence, One Step at a Time

As parents, we want our kids to feel self-confident and believe in themselves. At the same time, all parents worry — about skills they're still learning, milestones they haven’t reached, or the social or emotional challenges they’re facing. Here are four ideas on how you can help kids focus on their strengths and build that sense of self-confidence.

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PBS LearningMedia - Educational Digital Media Library for Learning at Home

Changing Seasons: Spring - Learn about the parts of a plant, seeds, and about how plants grow through media clips, extension activities, articles, and crafts. Children will learn about the world around them through science, math, and art activities. As you engage in these lessons, you can feel confident that you are helping your children grow up great!

Don't forget to sign up for a FREE account for PBS LearningMedia! You can easily search for videos, lessons, interactives, and more by grade level and subject area.

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April Celebrations

April 1 is April Fool's Day -- April Fools! 😜 Whether you're a mischief-maker or just love a good laugh, these funny pages will have you giggling from cover to cover. #AprilFoolsDay

April 2 is World Autism Acceptance Day -- Viewing special interests as a positive force can be a superpower for families navigating the journey of autism spectrum disorder. #WorldAutismAcceptanceDay

April 2 is Walking Day -- Need a little motivation to leave the comfort of indoors? From scavenger hunts to nature-inspired art, discover fun and creative ways to make your walks more exciting and memorable for the whole family. #WalkingDay

April 7 is World Health Day -- Small changes can make a big difference for both your family's health and the planet's health! @cyberchase brings the math fun and motivation to develop healthy habits at home.

April 10 is National Siblings Day -- Before they were competitors, Venus and Serena Williams were sisters who shared a dream! Celebrate the special bond between siblings with some of our favorite picture books. #NationalSiblingDay

April 11 is National Pet Day -- From patience to empathy, our furry friends teach us so much! #NationalPetDay

April 12 is Only Child Day -- Celebrate the joys of being the one and only! Being an only child means having special relationships with parents or grandparents, or even imaginary friends. #OnlyChildDay

April 22 is Earth Day -- What is your family's favorite outdoor destination? Recreate that special place in honor of #EarthDay with a fun recyclable materials activity!

April 1-April 9 is Passover -- Passover is a Jewish holiday about remembrance, gratitude, and the hope of freedom for all. Learn more about the meaning of Passover with these nine recommended reads. #Passover2024

April 23 is World Book Day -- Reading aloud is a great way to stay connected as a family! Learn more about the benefits of reading aloud, and how you can make it part of your family's daily routine. #WorldBookDay

April 29 is International Dance Day -- Dance to the music! But when the music stops, FREEZE! This @danieltigertv game is a groovy way to help your child practice self-control. #InternationalDanceDay

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PBS KIDS Game: The Count-y Fair!

Play counting, shapes, and pattern games with June and her friends at the Count-y fair.

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FAMILY NIGHT

April 4-- Tonight on @PBSKIDS Family Night, it's Curious George Swings Into Spring at 6 PM!

April 11 -- It's another Movie Marathon with LPB KIDS! Don't miss Nature Cat: Nature Cats Nature Movie Special Extraordinaire and Nature Cat: The Nature-Tastic Four Movie starting at 6 PM!

April 18 -- At 7 PM, don't miss Cyberchase: Weather or Not on LPB KIDS!

April 25 -- At 6 PM, get your popcorn ready for Rhythm and Roots of Arthur and Molly of Denali: Molly and the Great One on LPB KIDS!

Family Night Snack Box
Family Night Movie Tickets
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