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Cool Careers - A Series for Kansas Kids
Cool Careers

Join a crew of Kansas kids as they explore high-demand careers around the state!

Many kids don't realize how many cool jobs are available right here in Kansas!  Join a crew of real Kansas kids as they explore high-demand careers across the state.  You'll see what these professionals do every day and learn how you could gain the skills to launch a similar career someday.  

 

Series intended for families and kids in grades 4 to 8.

 

Premieres SUN SEPT 15

ALL NEW episodes  

SUNDAYS at 6:30 PM

Rebroadcast - FRI at 1 PM and SUN at 11 AM

Check it Out ...

Episode 1

Robots, Drones and Turbines - Oh My!

Kansas offers a wide variety of job opportunities to make, use, repair and service many types of high-tech tools and equipment. This episode explores tech-related careers available in cybersecurity, construction, manufacturing and energy. 
 

Episode 2

Feed The World

As the global population continues to grow, so does the need to produce more food. Meet three Kansans who work in different parts of food production, including an agronomist, a dairy farmer and a restaurant manager. 

Episode 3

Healthcare Heroes

If you enjoy science, math and taking care of others, consider a healthcare career! Kansas needs more people to enter professions in human health, including mental health, medical imaging and nursing. 

Episode 4

Building Careers

Having the skills to build and fix things will put you in high demand for jobs in Kansas! Meet professionals working in plumbing, manufacturing, construction and aviation, plus learn how you could get started in a similar field.  

Episode 5 

People and Products on the Move

Kansans ship products and transport people all over the globe every day through an intricate network of vehicles. Learn about transportation-related professions in Kansas, including a commercial driver, a distribution support specialist and an airplane pilot. 

Air Dates:
SUN 10/13 at 6:30 PM
FRI 10/18 at 1 PM
SUN 10/20 at 11 AM

Episode 6

Make Things Work!

Technicians use, install, fix or maintain machines and technology across many industries. This episode explores the role of a technician in the worlds of fiber optics, heavy construction equipment and wind energy.

Air Dates:
SUN 10/20 at 6:30 PM
FRI 10/25 at 1 PM
SUN 10/27 at 11 AM

Episode 7

Professions that Put People First

If you love working with people, consider jobs that involve helping others. This episode explores high-demand Kansas jobs in education, human resources and emergency services. 

Air Dates:
SUN 10/27 at 6:30 PM
FRI 11/01 at 1 PM
SUN 11/03 at 11 AM

What Can You Become?

PBS KIDSWhat Can You Become? | Movers | PBS KIDS

Kelsey wants help practicing her cheer and baton poses. She meets adapted physical education teacher David, who leads Kelsey through exercises and explains his job. David gives Kelsey the calm ball and lists other physical health related jobs. #PBSKids #WhatCanYouBecome #PhysicalEducation

PBS KIDSWhat Can You Become? | Animal Lovers 

Ellie and her mom want to train their dog. Carrie, a professional dog trainer, offers to help and shows Ellie some training techniques with her dog Griswald. Carrie then explains her job and other careers that work with animals. #PBSKids #WhatCanYouBecome #Dogtrainer
 

PBS KIDSWhat Can You Become? | Builders | PBS KIDS

Luke wants to build a birdhouse for his backyard. Cecily, a fabricator, offers to help him build it. Cecily shares her screwdriver with Luke and explains her job while they build. Cecily then suggests some jobs Luke may be interested in. #PBSKids #WhatCanYouBecome #Builder
 

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Milo - Little Cat.  Big Plans.

Introducing PBS KIDS' newest addition... Milo, the little cat with big plans! Milo is excited to explore all of the possibilities the world has to offer with his two best friends, Lofty and Lark. Join him for new adventures every week!

Stream the series anytime on PBS KIDS: https://pbskids.org/videos/milo

Milo The Postal Worker
Milo The Postal Worker