Check out LPB Education's newest Play & Learn video for Fall--Thanksgiving 2024 Play & Learn! Fall is an exciting time when we can watch changes in nature and enjoy time with family and friends. Learn how to make nature art frames, cookies, read Fall Mixed Up with Mr. Matt and play the PBS KIDS game, Nature Art Box. Play & Learn today with LPB Education!

Carl the Collector Premiering November 14th on LPB

Premiers November 14th on LPB at 7:30 AM and 2:30 PM!

GET TO KNOW CARL
Join LPB and have fun learning more about the new PBS KIDS program, Carl the Collector, at one of our special LPB family events. Join us for one of two screenings on Tuesday, November 26th at 10 AM for a sensory-friendly experience or 1 PM for general audience, along with fun activities and snacks! Each session will last approximately 1 hour.

Carl is a warm-hearted raccoon who loves collecting things. The show breaks new ground as the first PBS KIDS series to feature central characters on the autism spectrum. His attention to detail, distinctive way of looking at the world, and extensive collections help him solve problems, along with his diverse group of friends.

Register HERE!

Planning to travel over the holidays? Packing a travel diary, creating a road trip activity list, and reading maps are excellent ways to prepare for fun family travel adventures! If you were packing a special “travel bag” to help make a long family car ride fun, what would you include? Toys, books, maps, and snacks are just a few ideas!

Listening to podcasts is a great way to play and learn together as a family. From diving into storytelling podcasts that tickle our imaginations to opting for educational episodes that open new worlds, there's a little something for every family member's interests.

Families can now tune into their favorite PBS KIDS series through podcasts! These podcasts will take families off the screens and even deeper into the worlds of their favorite PBS KIDS characters. Learn more about the benefits of listening to podcasts together as a family and discover new stories from "Molly of Denali," "Pinkalicious & Peterrific," "Arthur," and "Odd Squad"!

Be sure to check out all these Thanksgiving and Gratitude Crafts for Kids while you're home during the holidays! This year, consider practicing gratitude as a more regular routine, or adding in a new tradition or fun family craft project!🌽🦃🥧

Louisiana Child Care Parent Poll for Louisiana Families

If you have any children under the age of 5 in your home, will you take 15 minutes to respond to the Louisiana Child Care Parent Poll?

NOTE: The survey opens November 7th and closes November 21st!

This survey is for any parent, guardian, or caregiver raising children under 5 in their home. The survey is available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese so we can reach as many parent and caregiver voices as possible. Your responses will be kept confidential and you can answer the survey without giving your name.

The survey is being conducted by the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children, Louisiana Department of Education, Agenda for Children, and Women United of Southeast Louisiana, who partnered to create and distribute this survey to learn about the child care arrangements of Louisiana families with children under the age of 5. Thank you in advance for your participation. If you have any questions about the survey, contact info@policyinstitutela.org.

November 1-2 is Dia de los Muertos - Looking for a fun and spooky holiday craft for the whole family? 💀 Make #DayoftheDead "Sugar Skull" refrigerator magnets that flicker and glow!

November 5 is Daylight Savings - What is your family's favorite way to spend an autumn day? 🍂 Head outside and experience fall with all of your senses! Ready to fall back an hour? 🕒 Learning about the concept of time is fun when you DIY your own clock out of paper plates! #DaylightSavings

November 7 is Election Day - It's time to head to the polls! ✅ #ElectionDay is an excellent opportunity to talk about fairness, civics, and how math is used in everyday life.

November 8 is STEM Day - Do you have a future engineer in your family? Dream up a design for a crafty suspension bridge using yarn, CDs, and towel and toilet paper rolls! #STEMDay

November 12 is Diwali - Happy #Diwali! Make your own diya — which means “that which glows" — to celebrate triumph of light over darkness and good over evil!

November 13 is World Kindness Day - Have you ever felt excluded? When you see someone who is being left out, the kindest, most compassionate thing to do is to be a friend! #WorldKindnessDay

November 23 is Thanksgiving - Not everyone views or celebrates #Thanksgiving in the same way. Here's how your family can talk about the true and accurate history of our country while giving thanks.

November 28 is Giving Tuesday - What does the word "generous" mean to you on this #GivingTuesday?

Thanksgiving: Practicing Gratitude and Honoring the Real Story

There is so much we can — and should — teach children about the real, unsanitized origins of Thanksgiving, and we can do so without losing our family traditions. In fact, honoring the true story can amplify and even uplift our celebrations: when we paint a fuller picture of history, we help our children build critical thinking skills, and give them a true understanding of all there is to be thankful for.

Thanksgiving is about more than the turkey! Here are ten recommended books for kids ages 0-9 that celebrate sharing, community, and family. Read these stories to the children in your life to help them see what the spirit of Thanksgiving is really all about.

Get your November 2024 Activities Calendar here.

PBS LearningMedia - Educational Digital Media Library for Learning at Home

Changing Season Collection: Fall - Learn about leaves, why animals squirrel away food, all about pumpkins and apples, and animals who hibernate through media clips, extension activities, articles, and crafts. Share activities, articles, games, and printables with families to strengthen a school-to-home connection. 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 children grow up great!

NOTE: The PDF document assets and Support Materials are also available in Spanish.

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

Dicey Escape - Greetings, Odd Squad agent! Customize how you would like your character to look, and let's dive into the Dicey Escape gameplay by solving puzzles to escape from one room to the next. 🎲🏝️ Test your skills and defeat Dottie Doubloon!