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Did you know PBS Wisconsin Education has a digital newsletter? Stay up to date on all the resources they offer and see what ideas you can incorporate into your programming!

This is their most recent edition:

Infuse More Perspectives Dear educators, When you include diverse historical perspectives in what you're teaching, you open students' minds to new ideas and help them connect learning to their lives. Enrich your curriculum with standards-aligned resources like:  A new episode of The Look Back on Indigenous copperworking traditions A lesson about the experiences of Black patriots during the Revolutionary War Activities to explore the impacts of historical Black Americans Then, celebrate Wisconsin students competing in the Madison Symphony Orchestra's Bolz Young Artist Competition. Finally, don't forget to register for the America at 250 Educator Summit. Spaces are filling up! Happy exploring!   Your partner in education, Tawny Morrison, Education Marketing Specialist     Indigenous copper The western Great Lakes are home to one of the world's oldest copperworking traditions! Join Taylor and Kacie as they learn from experts around the state about why copper was used starting thousands of years ago and what it can tell us about the lifestyles and traditions of the area's cultures. (Grades 4-9)     Black Americans and the Patriot cause Explore the life and legacy of James Forten to better understand why he (and other Black Americans) chose to support the Patriot cause during the American Revolution with this lesson and media clips from Ken Burns in the Classroom. (Grades 6-12)     Learn about Black leaders Introduce learners to historical figures like Zora Neale Hurston and James Washington Carver with this collection of mini biographies and activities from Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. Available in English and Spanish. (Grades 1-2)     Wisconsin-made music Watch four musicians perform with the Madison Symphony Orchestra in Wisconsin Young Artists Compete: The Final Forte at 7 p.m. March 17 on PBS Wisconsin. Then, bring the spirit of the symphony to your classroom with performances from musicians like SistaStrings in Re/Sound: Songs of Wisconsin. (Grades 4-8)     Behind the scenes with PBS Wisconsin Education Garden & Green Living Expo Producer Kylie Compe and Executive Producer Ryan Hendricks joined Field Notes on Climate host Ami Eckard-Lee and entomology professors Claudio Gratton and James Crall at the PBS Wisconsin Garden and Green Living Expo to share a sneak peek of the new series and share tips for making pollinator-friendly spaces at home.         Visit Our Events Page   Subscribe to This Newsletter   PBS Wisconsin Education creates and curates free-to-use, standards-aligned, Wisconsin-focused educational media for grades PreK-12, including videos, games, interactive content, and educator guides.

Become a PBS KIDS Library Cohort!

 Calling Wisconsin library staff!

🤩 Applications are OPEN for the PBS KIDS Library Cohort!

This exciting virtual experience connects libraries across the state of Wisconsin, blending professional development, hands-on learning, collaboration, and program implementation into one dynamic series.

Why participate?

• SUPPORT early literacy and learning capacity with research-backed resources that encourage playful language development, spark a love of stories, and cultivate compassion.
• DISCOVER resources that  support the process of learning with high-quality, ready-to-use, educational media from PBS KIDS. Gain confidence implementing these ideas in your programs.
• BUILD media literacy skills that integrate digital resources in hands-on programming, that support children in how to think, rather than what to think.
• DEVELOP friendships and connections to library staff and communities across Wisconsin through peer partnerships and collaboration opportunities with local organizations. 

 Learn more about the program and apply here!

⭐ Libraries will receive a $350 stipend to support youth-focused program implementation.
📣 Apply by November 14, 2025. Spots are limited!

Behind the Scenes (and Screens ) with Scholastic

Scholastic is not only a publishing powerhouse but also its books are the source of media series like the Magic School Bus, Babysitters Club, Clifford the Big Red Dog and more. 

A recent post in Kidscreen delved into a new enhanced partnership between the publisher and their 20 year relationship with 9 Story, a production, distribution and licensing company.

Check out the article here.

PBS KIDS Community Learning Cohort Applications Open

Public library staff are encouraged to apply for the 2024 PBS KIDS Community Learning Cohort! Join PBS Wisconsin Education Engagement Specialist, Mouna Algahaithi, along with other Wisconsin library staff for an exciting opportunity that blends professional development training, hands-on learning, peer-to-peer connection, and program implementation.

Learn about high-quality, free educational media from PBS KIDS, get trained in media literacy, and make new library friends and connections. Participating staff will receive a stipend for program costs or staff time.

Learn more, access the application, and apply by OCTOBER 21, 2023. Limited spots available!