PBS KIDS Utah

06/06/2026

Invite students to examine how became a pivotal moment in bringing about the end of World War II in Europe. This resource supports thoughtful analysis of one of history’s most consequential military operations. -Day

On June 6, 1944, D-Day in the European Theater, 1.5 million Allied troops embarked on one of the greatest missions in history: the invasion of France. Learning Objective: Students will analyze how integral D-Day was to bringing about the end of World War II in Europe. About the Author: Eden McCausli...

06/05/2026

Help students connect the dots between migration, identity, and culture by guiding them through powerful stories of African and Caribbean journeys to the U.S. in the 20th and 21st centuries. These ready-to-use activities make it easy to lead thoughtful discussions and explorations, from music to immigration policy.

Learn the story of the mass migrations of Africans and Caribbeans to America in the 20th and 21st centuries. Like all immigrants, Africans and Caribbeans come to the United States in search of a better life for themselves and their families, to escape persecution or limitations, and to seize the opp...

06/04/2026

Big questions can come up when scary things happen — the Meet the Helper toolkit helps you guide those conversations with care and confidence. the Helpers

Many children have questions and can feel uneasy when emergencies occur in their communities. Meet the Helpers introduces “helpers” and explains the role they play in emergency situations. Included are videos and hands-on activities that provide educators and families with developmentally approp...

05/31/2026

Creating art is only half the story — how it’s shared matters too! Help your class learn how to select and present their work so audiences can fully experience it, whether for a portfolio or a performance.

Selecting a work for presentation involves analyzing the piece and interpreting how an audience will understand and react to it. How do artists decide which part of their work to share and why? This quick animation helps students understand the crucial step of preparing artwork for an audience. It s...

05/28/2026

Take a journey through place, culture, and the arts! 🎤 Explore cowboy poetry, American desert music, and the Southern Paiute creation story with your class — then see how each art form tells a story about the people and places behind it.

Take a deep dive into the intersection of place, culture and arts through the investigation of three unique art forms: cowboy poetry, American desert music, and the oral tradition of the Southern Paiute rendition of the creation story.

05/25/2026

Guide students in exploring the history and meaning of Memorial Day! This "All About the Holidays" resource helps them reflect on why the day is observed and how communities honor those who served.

Learn about Memorial Day with this look back at the holiday's history.

05/23/2026

Learn about the rhythm and instruments of bluegrass with musician Billy Strings! 🎸 Watch his Austin City Limits debut of “Red Daisy,” then spark a class discussion: Why are bluegrass songs so fast, and where else can you hear string instruments?

Bluegrass musician Billy Strings made his ACL debut shortly after winning a 2021 GRAMMY Award and being named Entertainer and Guitar Player of the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association. These activities explore tempo and instrumentation in bluegrass music with a close up look and lis...

05/22/2026

Every child’s curiosity, compassion, culture, and creativity help shape the world around them. 💛 From caring for neighbors to celebrating heritage to standing up for others, these moments remind us how powerful kids can be when they lead with heart.

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05/20/2026

Guide students in learning about volcanoes, Hawaiian culture, and storytelling! In this Molly of Denali episode, Molly discovers how science and tradition connect while observing Mauna Loa.

Molly and Grandpa Nat are off to visit a volcanologist friend, Keahi, and his family, Tūtū Emma and niece Kawena, on the Big Island of Hawai’i in this animated story from the PBS KIDS series MOLLY OF DENALI®. Mauna Loa looms in the distance of the beautiful Hawaiian landscape, and Molly hopes t...

05/17/2026

Turn coping skills into a game! 🎲 The COMPASS for Courage toolkit helps students manage anxiety, build confidence, and strengthen social skills, while supporting focus, grades, and classroom success.

Help kids overcome anxiety. COMPASS for Courage is a gamified social-emotional learning program to teach kids proven anxiety-management skills in schools, private practice, or at home.