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Choosing Quality Educational Apps for Kids

posted on July 19, 2012 at 2:09 PM

Choosing Quality Educational Apps for Kids
As kids become more tech-savvy in today's world of mobile devices, parents can find themselves overwhelmed with choices and unsure how to judge what’s appropriate for their kids. Iowa Public Television's educators, in conjunction with PBS Parents, offer tips to help guide parents' decisions when selecting educational and appropriate mobile applications (apps) for their kids. "When kids are engaged, they learn," said Terry Rinehart,... Read More

PBS KIDS iPhone and iPod Touch Video Apps

posted on December 7, 2011 at 9:17 AM

PBS KIDS iPhone and iPod Touch Video Apps
The PBS KIDS Video App is now available on iPhone and iPod touch, bringing more free educational video content to students than any other children’s media app.  The app gives students free, streaming access to more than 2,000 videos – including clips and full episodes – from their favorite PBS KIDS series. The PBS KIDS Video App launched on the iPad in May with great success. It has served more than 430 million video... Read More

New PBS KIDS Apps

posted on November 17, 2011 at 8:53 AM

New PBS KIDS Apps
PBS KIDS has announced the release of some new apps for iOS devices: Fetch! Lunch Rush and SUPER WHY Alpha Boost! Fetch! Lunch Rush is PBS KID's first step into using augmented reality technology. In case you’re not familiar, augmented reality uses the camera on an iOS device to overlay computer-generated graphics on top of the physical, real world environment. "Augmented reality is becoming a popular marketing tool and a compelling... Read More

Iowa Public Television Raising Readers Learning Centers

posted on November 1, 2011 at 12:00 AM

Iowa Public Television Raising Readers Learning Centers
IPTV Raising Readers Learning Centers are located in the waiting area of a health facility. They consist of a cart of age-appropriate children's materials such as books, activity books, toys, puzzles and more. Sometimes they can include a television and DVD player which allows children and parents the opportunity to experience high quality children's programming aired by Iowa Public Television. IPTV Raising Readers Learning Centers provide... Read More

IPTV Awarded Nearly $100,000 for Ready to Learn Grant

posted on October 26, 2011 at 8:14 AM

IPTV Awarded Nearly $100,000 for Ready to Learn Grant
Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) announced that Iowa Public Television has been awarded up to $93,800 from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) and PBS.  The funding was awarded through the community implementation phase of CPB's new Ready To Learn initiative.  Beginning this fall, twelve public television stations nationwide, including Iowa Public Television in Johnston, will implement new interactive content and educational games... Read More

The Launch of PBS KIDS Lab

posted on October 24, 2011 at 12:39 PM

The Launch of PBS KIDS Lab
PBS KIDS has launched a site with tons of new apps for kids age two to eight with the goal of building upon and improving math skills. The games revolve around well-known PBS KIDS characters, including Sid the Science Kid, Curious George, The Cat in the Hat, and the crew from The Electric Company. However, PBS KIDS Lab is not just an aggregate site. It is a cross platform destination where kids can access the games both at home and at school... Read More

Raising Readers Library Corners

posted on October 1, 2011 at 12:00 AM

Raising Readers Library Corners
What do you get when you mix kids, books, literacy activities and PBS characters together? Family reading fun at the library! IPTV and 45 libraries across Iowa have partnered together to host PBS KIDS Raising Readers Library Corners. These library corners give children and parents the opportunity to strengthen literacy skills through fun, engaging multimedia platforms. Fun-filled activities from PBS KIDS Raising Readers television programs... Read More

Martha Speaks Reading Buddies Program: Helping Students Find New Forms of Expression

posted on September 20, 2011 at 1:59 PM

Martha Speaks Reading Buddies Program: Helping Students Find New Forms of Expression
Developed to accompany the Martha Speaks television series, the Reading Buddies program is a cross-age, innovative way for kindergarten and upper-level elementary students to increase their vocabulary, develop their self-esteem and social skills, and enhance their love of reading books. It works by bringing younger and older students together to watch a Martha Speaks episode, read a related book, and complete an activity. Each session helps... Read More

Handouts for Early Child Care Providers and Preschool Teachers

posted on July 25, 2011 at 12:00 AM

The following printable resources provide parents, child care providers and educators with information about how they can use PBS KIDS programming and resources to help children learn. There are also tips and ideas about incorporating learning opportunities into everyday experiences. Please feel free to print and share them with someone you know today! Ideas to Go / Ideas para el camino Here are some great activities for you to do with your... Read More

Build Reading Skills with the Electric Racer Game

posted on February 11, 2011 at 12:00 AM

Build Reading Skills with the Electric Racer Game
Electric Racer is a new, intergenerational digital game designed for 6 to 9-year-olds to play with their parents, caregivers, or other adult family members to help build reading skills in a fun and engaging way. Using The Electric Company’s vibrant characters and themes, Electric Racer is a fast-paced driving game that encourages active involvement from the adult player in scaffolding children’s literacy learning, while both... Read More

Top Resources for Early Childhood and Preschool Education

posted on February 1, 2011 at 12:00 AM

Our top resources for child care provider and preschool educators. Read More

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