Programs/Content
‘Molly of Denali’ ties podcast to broadcast
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An eight-episode prequel is setting the stage for the PBS Kids show’s July premiere.
Quick Takes
CPB gives PBS Kids channel $5.6M for games, outreach
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The interactive game feature should roll out later this year, according to PBS.
Quick Takes
WGBH show will aim to help kids think like computers
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“Monkeying Around” is expected to be available to air in 2019.
System/Policy
Fans of PBS Kids gather on Capitol Hill to voice support for federal funding
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Organizers delivered petitions to members of Congress, bearing 660,000 signatures gathered online to save CPB funding.
Programs/Content
Peoria station marks debut of PBS Kids channel with party
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Local childhood education experts, elected officials and even a skunk joined children at a special event recorded for later broadcast.
Programs/Content
Launch of PBS Kids streaming channel reshapes multicast lineups
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Stations must make room by dropping an existing subchannel, adjusting bandwidth or acquiring encoders to add an entirely new channel.
Programs/Content
More PBS Kids shows move to Amazon Prime in exclusive SVOD agreement
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The shows will still be available free through the PBS Kids app on other platforms, such as Roku and Apple TV.
Programs/Content
PBS announces free streaming service for kids, with interactive games
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Embedded interactive games will allow kids to switch between a program and a related educational activity.
Quick Takes
Fred Rogers Co. gets $2M for ‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’
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Rite Aid Foundation underwriting spots will air before and after each episode and online.