Arts and Entertainment

Arizona talent brings new kids’ show to life

“Molly of Denali” follows feisty 10-year-old Molly Mabrary and her adventures while living with her family in the fictional village of Qyah, Alaska. The series premieres July 15 on Arizona PBS.

Watch K-8 kids compete in 2019 Arizona Spelling Bee

Each year, the state’s best spellers in grades K-8 come together for the Arizona Spelling Bee to determine who will represent Arizona in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. Check out this year’s competition on Sunday, May 5, at 1 p.m. on Arizona PBS.

PBS KIDS celebrates Earth month with new episodes, activities

Enjoy a special week of adventures from “Wild Kratts,” “Nature Cat” and “Ready Jet Go!” beginning April 15.

Arizona families invited to ‘Explore the Outdoors’ with PBS KIDS

Friday, April 5, 2019

In celebration of Earth Month, Arizona PBS has announced a slate of all-new episodes, games and activities to encourage kids and families to get outside and enjoy nature.

PBS KIDS specials featuring Curious George, Sesame Street airing in March

Get ready for a springtime adventures with Curious George and your ‘Sesame Street’ friends this March.

Mister Rogers film is a reminder of what young children need

Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019

Fred Rogers cared a lot, and revisiting his life’s work helps bring clearer focus on what young children need most from us.

Arizona’s Children Part 2: The Families

Friday, Jan. 11, 2019

Did you miss part 1 of Arizona’s Children? Read here. In Arizona, the number of children in foster care out-number the amount of licensed foster homes by about 3-1. In […]

Arizona’s Children Part 1: The Process, The Children, And An Agency

Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019

For vulnerable children, foster care is a vital resource, and it requires strong people to open their homes and take in a child who may have been through abuse, neglect, or other traumatic experiences.

‘Sesame Street’ character addresses child homelessness

Thursday, Dec. 13, 2018

Meet Lily, an optimistic 7-year old Muppet who’s experienced homelessness. Lily is the star of a new initiative launching today on Sesame Street in Communities.

Quality child care helps kids thrive

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018

Quality child care and preschool programs have teachers who know how to provide nurturing, stimulating interactions and build positive relationships with young children.