Back To School

It's that time of year again. The aisles are filled with school supplies and the excitement of a new teacher and new classroom has quickly set in. As children around Kansas are heading back into the classroom there are many big feelings parents, students, and teachers. No matter what the feeling or what journey you are on, Smoky Hills PBS has got your back!

Explore some of our many resources below to help!

Printables and Activities for the First Day of School

"The Day You Begin" is an animated one-hour special from PBS KIDS adapted from the bestselling, National Book Award-winning book by Jacqueline Woodson. It follows four imaginative kindergartners on their first day of school as they learn the magic of self-acceptance, sharing their unique stories, and making new friends.

The special officially streams AUGUST 7. You can watch it directly on the PBS KIDS Video App or PBSKIDS.org

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More Early Education Collections

STEM Collection

Showcase

It's Back to School time! Explore different topics, such as coping with back-to-school anxieties and emotions, creating daily routines, and learning at home at the PBS KIDS for Parents website.

PBS KIDS Back-to-School

Resources for Educators

Get ready for the start of school with some of our favorite back-to-school resources! This collection features activities and video resources to help teachers get their new class off to a great start.

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