Early Learning Resource Formats: Collections

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Ready, Set, 4K Booklet

Help get kids ready for preschool! This 60-page print booklet contains resources and activities for helping children with big feelings, routines, focusing attention, separation anxiety, practice, and friendship. Developed by Alison Loewen of Mead Public Library (PBS KIDS Early Learning Champion).

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Phoebe and Jay

Learn how to read and write mailing labels, addresses, and directions with six-year-old twins, Phoebe and Jay. Use the corresponding activities to make recipes and door decorations with detailed information.

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Carl the Collector – Big Feelings

Watch “The Autograph Collection” clip to see how Carl and his friends learn to process big feelings. Then, use the Big Feelings Activity plan to help young learners explore healthy ways to manage and respond to big emotions.

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Operation: Rise and Shine

Watch a short episode of Lyla in the Loop to model how to approach routines and transitions with creative and playful problem-solving ideas. Then, use printable challenge cards and a storytelling set for hands-on learning.

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PBS KIDS Talk About Perseverance

Watch a video together featuring real families talking about how they keep going when school, sports, or other challenges become hard. Then, use discussion prompts to invite kids to apply the learning.

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The Morning Routine

Listen to this strategy song about Daniel’s morning routine that helps him remember what he needs to do. Teach kids the morning routine song to help them remember the essential steps to get ready for each day.

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Ruff Ruffman

Ruff Ruffman answers questions from kids, takes on challenges, and learns the value of failure! Bring the fun of Ruff’s scientific investigations into your classroom and use the letters to families to extend the learning at home.

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Life’s Little Lessons: Separation

Work on feelings about separation and independence, memory skills, developing self-control, and expressing feelings. Teacher tips share strategies for supporting children in adjusting to new experiences with bilingual family materials.

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PBS KIDS Talk About: Friendship

Watch a video together with real families talking about the qualities of what makes a good friend, what to do when someone is being a bully, and how to be a friend to others. Then, share printable activities to apply the learning.