Yesterday was the first official day of Spring and PBS KIDS is wasting no time helping kids get up and at \u2018em by encouraging them to \u201cExplore the Outdoors!\u201d <\/p>\n
This spring, PBS KIDS is partnering with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), America\u2019s largest association of state and local parks and recreation facilities, to encourage families to \u201cExplore the Outdoors.\u201d From March 26 through April 20, PBS will present four weeks of themed on-air programming and online content designed to inspire kids and families to get outside and discover nature. Locally, National Recreation and Park Association member parks, along with local PBS member stations, will be hosting events where kids are invited to experience the environment with fun and educational activities from PBS KIDS. <\/p>\n
\u201cSpring is the perfect time of the year for kids and families to venture outside and discover their environment,\u201d said Lesli Rotenberg, Senior Vice President, Children\u2019s Media, PBS. \u201cOutdoor play and exploration is an essential part of every child\u2019s life, and is one of the best ways to inspire kids to learn about the world around them.\u201d <\/p>\n
NRPA members across the country, along with local PBS member stations, will be hosting events with PBS KIDS Explore the Outdoors activities and materials. From nature treasure hunts to investigations of weather, wind and the local environment, families will be invited to participate in hands-on experiences that encourage kids to learn about science and nature. For more information on local events, or to pick up materials to explore the outdoors on your own, visit PBS Parents (PBSParents.org\/outdoors<\/a>). <\/p>\n \u201cThere is no better place than local parks and recreation to learn about nature and the outdoors,\u201d said Barbara Tulipane, President and CEO of NRPA. \u201cWe must make sure we teach youth about the importance of appreciating the wonderful world outdoors which is why we are so proud to partner with PBS KIDS on this initiative.\u201d <\/p>\n Explore the Outdoors Programming <\/p>\n Leading up to Earth Day, PBS KIDS will present four weeks of \u201cExplore the Outdoors\u201d themed programming from popular series including WILD KRATTS, DINOSAUR TRAIN, THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT!, and CURIOUS GEORGE. Premieres include new episodes from WILD KRATTS, THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT!, CURIOUS GEORGE and a new Earth Day themed episode of ARTHUR, airing Monday, April 16. On Friday, April 20 (the Friday before Earth Day), PBS will also present a special line-up of environmentally-themed programs to gear kids up to celebrate Earth Day. Themed weeks include: <\/p>\n WILD KRATTS \u201cBackyard Adventures Week\u201d – March 26-30<\/p>\n This special week features five episodes all about venturing outside to explore the wonders that are as close as your own backyard. The week concludes with the premiere of a new episode, \u201cFlight of the Pollinators,\u201d on Friday, March 30, which explores the amazing delivery system of plants and their animal partners. <\/p>\n DINOSAUR TRAIN \u201cNature Trackers Week\u201d – April 2-6<\/p>\n This encore presentation of four \u201cNature Trackers\u201d episodes of DINOSAUR TRAIN includes \u201cStargazing on the Night Train\/Get Into Nature!,\u201d \u201cShiny and Snakes\/Tiny Flowers,\u201d \u201cBuddy Explores the Tyrannosaurs\/Rainy Day Fight\u201d and \u201cThat\u2019s Not a Dinosaur\/Tiny\u2019s Garden.\u201d The storylines follow Buddy, Shiny, Tiny and Don as they make their own discoveries in nature.<\/p>\n The episodes encourage kids to get outside, get into nature and make their own discoveries. <\/p>\n THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT! \u201cNature\u2019s Know-How Week\u201d – April 9-13<\/p>\n The Cat, Nick and Sally go on a variety of outdoor adventures this week, including journeys to Drippety Dry Desert and Splishy Splashy Pond. Two new episodes premiere: \u201cSuper Cleaner Uppers\/Itty Bitty Water\u201d on Monday, April 9, and \u201cAmazing Eyes\/Water Walkers\u201d on Thursday, April 12. <\/p>\n CURIOUS GEORGE \u201cExplore Your World Week\u201d – April 16-20<\/p>\n During this special week, everyone\u2019s favorite monkey dabbles in a range of activities \u2013 from radio DJ-ing, to painting, to building a home for a squirrel. The week includes three premiere episodes \u2013 \u201cDJ George\/Curious George Paints the Desert\u201d on Monday, April 16, \u201cNo Knowing Gnocchi\/Here Comes the Tide\u201d on Wednesday, April 18, and a special Earth Day episode, \u201cJunky Monkey\/Jumpy Warms Up,\u201d on Friday, April 20.<\/p>\n Online and Mobile Resources for Families <\/p>\n PBS KIDS is increasingly serving children wherever they live, learn, and play \u2013 online, on mobile devices, on TV, and in the classroom. Kids can continue their environmental exploration online at PBSKIDS.org\/outdoors<\/a> to find environmental and outdoor themed games, activities and videos and on mobile through the PBS KIDS Video App<\/a> for iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.<\/p>\n PBS Parents will provide resources for parents to explore the outdoors with their own families on PBSParents.org\/outdoors. 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