PBS+Kids

PBS Kids
 * = ==General Description == ||= PBS KIDS is a portal for various sites, schedules, games, and activities available by PBS.org. It is designed as a curriculum-based entertainment with positive role models and content designed to nurture children. The site offers a full spectrum of media and technology to build knowledge. Imagination, critical thinking, and exploration via the site build this knowledge. It also is designed to include parents, teachers, caregivers and communities as learning partners. The mission statement is for PBS KIDS helps to empower children for success in school and in life. The site also promotes and makes multiple additional resources (TV scheduling, technical tips, Online safety) readily available to the user. ||
 * = ==Teacher/Student Use == ||= The site offers resources for both students and teachers. Students can create accounts for more advance games and learning programs. PBS KIDS PLAY! is a personalized learning service for kid’s ages 3 to 6 that is designed to enhance school readiness. There are various links to great sites for Teachers. Some of these links include lesson plans, and classroom resources. All of these applications are free to both students and teachers. ||
 * = ==Things to Know Before You Go == ||= The site is extremely user friendly and easy to navigate. It is designed for young students to explore. An active email account is necessary for any of the login activities. Also, your computer should have an updated version of Adobe Flash to ensure that all programs run correctly. Also, this site has been blocked at times in the district by web-sense. But, it has been rare. This is a good site for young students in an independent technology center. ||
 * = ==Technology Standards == ||= **8.1.P.E.1 **

 **8.1.P.C.1 **

 **<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000000; font-family: serif; font-size: 16px; text-align: start; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;">8.1.2.A.5 ** || WM 05/23/11