Self-Paced Learning for PreK-2 Teachers

Self-Paced Learning for PreK-2 Teachers

Are you searching for new strategies to integrate media and tech tools more purposefully with early learners? Do you receive questions from families about where to find and how to use high-quality children’s media? PBS KIDS is here to support you on your journey to become a media mentor!

PBS KIDS offers Pre-K-2 teachers these free, flexible self-paced learning paths* in English and Spanish. Explore hands-on approaches to using media with young learners while expanding your skill set. Earn a certificate for each learning path that may be eligible for state credit approval.

What’s Included:
  • Free access anytime, anywhere, with a computer, tablet or smartphone
  • Fun, interactive content designed for quick, flexible learning
  • Unlimited access to learn on your own time and pace
* Learning Paths are a series of short modules (15-30 minutes) that are skills-based experiences and include a range of interactive formats.
Spark Your Students' Imagination with Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Daniel Tiger and his friends share strategies to help young learners navigate big feelings. Explore ideas for using media in playful ways to support children’s social-emotional development.
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Learn about informational text with Molly of Denali
Information text is key to children’s exploration of our diverse and fascinating world. Discover strategies for bringing concepts to life using informational text and resources from Molly of Denali.
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Explore new ways to document learning with Elinor Wonders Why
Learn strategies to encourage your students to follow their curiosity and document their discoveries with Elinor Wonders Why.
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Explore your observation skills with Wild Kratts
Enhance science learning with the Wild Kratts! Explore approaches to create media that will guide your students’ exploration of animal adaptations.
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Model learning math with Odd Squad
In Odd Squad, the agents use math to solve zany problems. Discover how the characters and stories can model everyday math skills for your learners.
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Encourage your students to share what they learn with Peg + Cat
Peg + Cat always find a way to solve their problems with a little help from math. Learn how you can introduce and reinforce early math concepts.
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Teach early science with the changing seasons collection
Discover ways to integrate media-rich lesson plans in your classroom and empower students to expand their natural curiosity and understanding of the seasons.
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Design a plan for strengthing communication with families
Strong communication between educators and families is key. Explore strategies for using technology to strengthen school-to-home relationships.
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And more! Explore free courses on teaching with math, STEM, and literacy
Explore the catalog of 19 courses offered by PBS KIDS to spark new ideas and expand your skill set.
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Explore the Library of Classroom-Ready Resources at Your Fingertips!

Bring the joy of PBS KIDS into your early learning setting with fun, media-rich resources to build foundational skills, enhance engagement, and nurture school-to-home connections! Visit pbslearningmedia.org and you’ll find standards-aligned resources from PBS KIDS and more including video clips, digital learning games, music, printables, and lesson plans that fit flexibly into your curriculum.