Marcia Franklin talks with Dr. Abraham Verghese about his latest blockbuster novel, "The Covenant of Water." The epic, which includes a mystery at its core, covers more than 70 years in the intertwined lives of families in the Indian state of Kerala. Verghese discusses the ties the story has to his own family history and shares his joy of writing.
Discover never-before-seen surprises from ROADSHOW's Season 24 tour: an antique Scottish golf club, a 1777 William Faden Philadelphia map and Andy Warhol "Fiesta Pig" & "Turtle" prints. Which is worth up to $ 100,000?
A herd of elk gather in the fading light across a high mountain meadow. Bugles echo across the fields and through the trees during this final phase of mating season before winter takes hold in the region.
In Part 2 of our Nevis journey, we step into the present to explore the island as it operates today. From those who work here and invest here to those who protect the land and shape its future, we meet dive masters, business owners, resort leaders, and community voices navigating growth and preservation. This is a small island making big decisions in real time.
Acclaimed author Talia Carner has written an epic historical novel told in two timelines, postwar France where Israeli agents searched the countryside rescuing Jewish orphaned children and later the1969 daring escape of boats from Cherbourg, France. Carner discusses her process in writing historical fiction and its relevance to today.
The Chicks, Alabama, and more have enjoyed big hits thanks to songwriter Marcus Hummon. The Hall of Fame songwriter responsible for "Ready to Run," The Cheap Seats," and Born to Fly," is also a multi-faceted performer and composer who has scored films and written operas and musicals.
Homes and habitat have been disappearing from Louisiana's coastline for a century. Find out how residents are restoring a treasured way of life by building new wetlands. Wildlife managers use aerial surveys to keep animals safe and scientists informed. In Arizona, one artist stays grounded by rock climbing. And young people play a key part in restoring sturgeon to the Milwaukee River.
This episode will be a little different than usual. We are breaking format to explore a highly controversial topic. American Indian Boarding Schools.... Also known as residential schools... These schools were established in the mid 17th century... with the main goal of assimilating Native American children... They stole children from their families... took their names... their language... cut their hair... and erased their history. We will discuss how this erasure of history has led to inter-generational trauma... We look at how some Indigenous people have processed that trauma... while bringing awareness to it.
This episode explores how brain development can be shaped from pregnancy through the school years. One story follows a program encouraging early language exposure to strengthen infants' developing brains. Another examines structured literacy and the science of how the brain learns to read, showing how early strategies can support learning and long-term development.
An Irish musical journey filmed in Dublin Castle during the Tradfest music festival. Trad without Frontiers' is the festival motto which inspired this series. Host Fiachna O Braonain breaks musical bread with his guests and uses Irish traditional music as a starting point that leads to many unexpected places. Guests: Altan, Eleanor Shanley, Mike Hanrahan, David Keenan Aoife Scott & Andy Meaney.
Carbon markets were created to try to reduce CO2 emissions. There's a compliance market, in which governments set emission limits and companies comply, often by trading credits. And a voluntary market, where companies and consumers voluntarily buy credits. We'll explore both with Jamie Keech, Executive Chairman of Vida Carbon, and Kaya Axelsson from University of Oxford Net Zero.
Caviar Dream is a Chicago-based brand that's reimagining how we experience caviar. Founded by Kendra Anderson and Christine LeMieux, the company makes premium caviar more inclusive and approachable. This is a story about widening access so everyone can experience moments of luxury.
In AMERICA'S HOME COOKING: EASY RECIPES FOR THRIFTY COOKING, host Chris Fennimore welcomes guest cooks who present recipes that are easy on the cook and the pocketbook. The recipes, used by thrifty gourmets for years, use simple ingredients to make nourishing and filling family meals. The cooking segments are: "Legumes - Beans and Greens," "Crockpot Magic- Onion/Cranberry Brisket ," "Hearty Soups - Roasted Butternut Squash Soup," "One Pound of Ground - Shepard's Pie, " "Leftovers Live Again - Chicken a la King," "Classic Casseroles - Baked Macaroni."
In MORE DECONSTRUCTING THE BEATLES, acclaimed "Beatle-ologist" Scott Freiman guides you, step by step, on an educational journey through several of The Beatles' milestone albums and the fascinating stories that accompanied them. No matter how much you know about the Beatles, there's something new here for you. Episodes in the second installment include "Deconstructing a Hard Day's Night," "A Stroll Down Penny Lane," and "Here Come the Songs: The Evolution of George Harrison."
MotorWeek, television's longest running automotive series, is in its third decade of reviewing cars, trucks and utilities spanning the needs and dreams of a broad spectrum of buyers. From pure-electric to pure performance, MotorWeek looks at factors mattering most to consumers. But, MotorWeek is more than just a show about new cars. It's also about keeping the car you own running, and keeping pace with the latest automotive lifestyle trends as America continues its love affair with cars.
Holly Jackson is by the river with Katherine Reay discussing her novel, A Shadow In Moscow. Katherine discusses her use of strong female narratives in her writing and the importance of including them in historical fiction. She shares how she used a childhood trip to Russia as an inspiration for the setting of the book and the significant amount of research that is required for historical fiction.
This episode features a variety of award-winning short films.
For more than 50 years, Vicente Fernandez (1940-2021) was revered as Mexico's greatest living singer, blending an operatic vocal range with a deep understanding of the roots of ranchera music. In the concert special VICENTE FERNANDEZ: UN AZTECA EN EL AZTECA, the Grammy-winning mariachi singer performs a historic farewell concert at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca, the largest stadium in Latin America. Filmed on April 16, 2016, the concert attracted a crowd of over 85, 000 fans, creating a memorable send-off to the King of Ranchera.
Supertramp's Breakfast in America was the biggest-selling album in the world in 1979. It spawned several hit singles and went on to win two Grammy Awards and sell more than 20 million copies. Following the album's release, Supertramp embarked on a 10-month world tour, which landed in Paris at the end of November. The concert special SUPERTRAMP LIVE IN PARIS 1979, filmed at the Pavillon de Paris, captures this memorable show, with the legendary band performing at their absolute peak. Songs include "Bloody Well Right," "The Logical Song," "Goodbye Stranger," "Give a Little Bit," "Dreamer," "Breakfast in America," and "Take the Long Way Home."
Considered by many to be his best work, Hot August Night NYC is a compilation of Neil Diamond's biggest hits, performed across his four sell-out shows at Madison Square Garden during his 2008 tour. As he invigorated his back catalogue with new energy, it shows his skills as a performer and consummate showman. This is Diamond the icon in full glory.
Test cook Elle Simone Scott bakes host Julia Collin Davison a decadent Milk Chocolate Cremeux Tart. Tasting expert Jack Bishop talks all about coconut products. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster the ultimate Sweet Cream Ice Cream.
Eggs and eggplant are the base of some tasty recipes with a twist. First, Sara deconstructs Eggplant Parmesan to make lighter, individual, Inside Out Eggplant Parm Rollups. In Vancouver, Canada, we go to Chinatown to make an ancient version of hard-boiled eggs. Next, Sara joins an old pal to make a viral favorite - eggs baked in individual cups of ham with a tasty topping.
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to simple stovetop macaroni and cheese. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for large saucepans, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews lid holders. Science expert Dan Souza explains the proper way to use a whisk, and test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the perfect turkey meatloaf with ketchup-brown sugar glaze.
Kevin and Zack visit the primary bathroom where they are framing the shower walls for subway tile. Architect Dan Kopec brings the plans to life at full 1-to-1 scale, and Richard installs a space-saving wall-hung toilet in a tight new half bath.
The team looks back at some of their most memorable cutaway demonstrations over the years. Then, Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner add an outdoor hose spigot using PEX. Jenn Nawada visits a farm to learn how they use cover crops to protect and improve their farming soil during the off-season. Then, she demonstrates how a homeowner can use cover crops in vegetable gardens.
Palestine is the Muslim and Arab half of the Holy Land. After visiting Jerusalem, we harvest olives near Ramallah, follow pilgrims to the place of Jesus' birth in Bethlehem, approach Abraham's tomb - as both Jews and Muslims do - in Hebron, drop in on friends for dinner, and bob in the Dead Sea. We'll also learn about walls, Israeli settlements, and the challenges facing this region.
Travel to the tropics with Bob Ross, stroll along island shores and drink in the soul cleansing beauty of the sea.
This season we celebrate the 25 years of Classical Stretch! Join Miranda Esmonde-white for a revitalizing workout with gentle movements that release tension, calm your nervous system and build strength & flexibility while enhancing your overall well-being.
Certified instructor Deborah Devine leads aspiring Zoomer yogis in a healing, gentle yoga practice that focuses on relieving bad circulation.
Unveil Charleston's soul as we explore the layers of its history at the International African American Museum and a Lowcountry rice farm. Learn crabbing secrets from a local pro, then cook with a passionate chef, celebrating Southern staples of the local cuisine.
Sahah tours the lovely Baha'i House of Worship in Wilmette, Illinois. Roger sets up his easel in one of the nine gardens and paints a white rose.
The team looks back at some of their most memorable cutaway demonstrations over the years. Then, Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner add an outdoor hose spigot using PEX. Jenn Nawada visits a farm to learn how they use cover crops to protect and improve their farming soil during the off-season. Then, she demonstrates how a homeowner can use cover crops in vegetable gardens.
Kevin and Zack visit the primary bathroom where they are framing the shower walls for subway tile. Architect Dan Kopec brings the plans to life at full 1-to-1 scale, and Richard installs a space-saving wall-hung toilet in a tight new half bath.
Learning how to garden with both plants and pollinators in mind makes gardening more fun. And we don't need a huge garden to make that happen. Tune in as we GardenSMART for pollinators.
Not only is the view spectacular but the plants really are the star of the show. From managing the ecosystem, to maintenance tips and plants and wildlife, at every turn there is something interesting for gardeners. Be sure to tune in as we GardenSMART in the Big Apple.
Test cook Lan Lam makes host Bridget Lancaster Easy-Braid Challah. Testing expert Jack Bishop gives a flour primer. Test cook Erin McMurrer and host Julia Collin Davison make Crescent-Shaped Rugelach with Raisin-Walnut Filling.
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison make the ultimate Caramel-Espresso Yule Log. Lisa reviews mini muffin tins.
Sara Gallegos presents We Are Connected by Maria Matthews, but re-interprets the design, swapping in a 'holiday green' for the 'patriotic blues;' for a festive take on this classic quilt. The quilt features one core block in two colorways, and Sara introduces a little piecing challenge with directional fabrics.
In this special edition of Life in Bloom, J shows you ways to enjoy flowers for the Christmas holidays. J gives us a tour of his holiday decorations- show us how to decorate a mini boxwood tree, and create a triple berry centerpiece complete with floating cranberries. Learn to wrap presents the "J-way", and a bouquet made with a few of J's favorite things.
It's cold and blustery outside, and a red barn sits in a snowy pasture waiting for the farmer to take care of the evening's chores. In part 1, Wilson develops the stormy sky and forested trees, and the underpainting for the barn.
It's cold and blustery outside, and a red barn sits in a snowy pasture waiting for the farmer to take care of the evening's chores. In part 2, Wilson develops the barn and adds details to the snowy pasture. He even has time to include a few additional touches!
Be inspired to create memorable gifts for many different occasions. Mary Mulari, Sewing With Nancy's most frequent guest, joins Nancy Zieman to teach you to sew creative gifts for everyone. Nancy and Mary inspire you to use repurposed meaningful fabric for your heartfelt creations. Including Mary's December Countdown Calendar, Two-Pocket Shoe Bag and Girlfriend's Shopping Purse.
Learn to stitch a welcomed gift with lots of memories attached. Nancy Zieman and her friend Mary Mulari share clever gift ideas made from vintage hankies and doilies, ties, towels, and laminated bags. Learn to make useful gifts that create memories and are attractive conversation pieces.
Hosted by veteran traveler and avid train buff Jeff Wilson, REAL RAIL ADVENTURES: SWISS WINTER MAGIC showcases the construction marvels and visual splendors of the Swiss rail system, world-class mainlines, stunning scenic routes, and beautiful cog trains. From Zurich International, Jeff boards the Intercity Line at the airport train station and heads east. At the alpine city of Chur, he changes to the renowned Albula Bernia Express and savors the scenery scrolling by on the ride to his first destination. St. Moritz is legendary as one of the world's premier ski resorts. Alpine winter tourism was invented here in 1864 and St. Moritz has twice hosted the Olympic Winter Games. Jeff hits the slopes and discovers a wealth of options for downhill skiers of all abilities. The village is ringed by more than a few ski areas that are easily accessible by trains, state of the art gondolas and lifts, which serve up immaculate ski runs plus amenities that delight. Traveling aboard the Glacier Express, Jeff heads to the village of Zermatt and the world famous Matterhorn, a mountain of the Alps. Romantic, car free Zermatt pulses year round and is particularly enchanting in winter. Scores of 500 year old houses line the streets of the compact village. Zermatt nestles in a peaceful-and yet wild mountain world at the foot of the indomitable Matterhorn. Next, is a trip to the north aboard the Golden Pass Panoramic VIP Train in Montreux. Jeff's destination: Gstaad, a long-famous jet-set destination called the "last paradise in a crazy world" by actress Julie Andrews, a regular visitor. Known for five-star resorts, elegant shopping and fine dining, Gstaad still retains a genuine Alpine lifestyle too. There, Jeff tries his hand at fat-tire winter biking, ice stock curling, and hiking with a local outfitter that offers treks complete with traditional fondue from a gigantic wooden pot.
Kevin and Zack visit the primary bathroom where they are framing the shower walls for subway tile. Architect Dan Kopec brings the plans to life at full 1-to-1 scale, and Richard installs a space-saving wall-hung toilet in a tight new half bath.
The team looks back at some of their most memorable cutaway demonstrations over the years. Then, Richard Trethewey helps a homeowner add an outdoor hose spigot using PEX. Jenn Nawada visits a farm to learn how they use cover crops to protect and improve their farming soil during the off-season. Then, she demonstrates how a homeowner can use cover crops in vegetable gardens.
Hosts Bridget Lancaster and Julia Collin Davison unlock the secrets to simple stovetop macaroni and cheese. In the Equipment Corner, expert Adam Ried reveals his top pick for large saucepans, and gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews lid holders. Science expert Dan Souza explains the proper way to use a whisk, and test cook Becky Hays makes host Julia Collin Davison the perfect turkey meatloaf with ketchup-brown sugar glaze.
Lawman Johnson makes host Bridget Lancaster New England Bar Pizza, and Toni Tipton-Martin talks about the different pizza styles in the region. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for grill pans, and Christie Morrison makes Spinach and Artichoke Dip from the Recipe Box. Ashley Moore makes host Julia Collin Davison Lemon Pepper Wings.
Tis the season to be jolly as Christmas comes to the farm and P. Allen Smith gets some decorating help from flower expert, J. Schwanke.
Host Laura Theodore prepares a plant-based Christmas menu featuring Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, a flavorful but simple to assemble dish filled with breadcrumbs, walnuts and baby spinach. Holiday Rosemary Smashed Potatoes make a fun and flavorful way to present spuds. For dessert, Mini Raspberry Cheeze-Cakes showcase fresh raspberries nestled in a tofu "cheese" filling, with a gluten-free, flourless crust.
Exploring Italy's most remote and romantic stretch of Riviera, we visit five tiny port towns: dramatic Vernazza, surrounded by vineyards; reclusive Corniglia, high on its bluff; pastel Manarola; hardscrabble Riomaggiore; and the pint-sized resort of Monterosso. Fishing for anchovies, sipping wine out of rustic barrels, and savoring twinkling Mediterranean vistas, we enjoy the ultimate Riviera adventure.
Christopher Kimball travels to Salzburg to uncover the secrets of great Strudel and Schnitzel. He learns how to stretch dough to near-transparency and demonstrates the art of rolling up Austrian Apple Strudel. Then, he goes to a restaurant that makes over 700 servings of Schnitzel per day to find out how to make Austrian Pork Schnitzel. Plus, we show you how to make homemade Spatzle.
Christopher Kimball visits Cheryl Day at Back in the Day Bakery in Savannah, Georgia, to learn treasured recipes from her repertoire of southern baking. First, it's Sweet Potato Cupcakes with Cream Cheese-Caramel Frosting, where the buttery, bittersweet caramel brings out the earthiness and warm spices in the cupcakes. Then, they make a Glazed Sour Cream and Brown Sugar Bundt Cake, inspired by old-fashioned butterscotch candies. Finally, it's a grand, show-stopping Chocolate-on-Chocolate Three-Layer Cake.
Pati is on the road in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, a pretty, tourist-friendly vacation town in the state of Guanajuato, known for its cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, art galleries and, of course, a wide range of delicious eats. This week, Alan, Sami and Juju have a break from school, so she and Dany brought them along! In this episode, the Jinich family has just arrived in San Miguel, and Pati has decided to kick off the week with a delicious breakfast. But first, she wants to introduce us to San Miguel. Recipe 1: JuJu's Fruit Smoothie; Recipe 2: Big Brunch Enchiladas; Recipe 3: Black Beans from the Pot; Recipe 4: Warm Nopalitos with Sauteed Corn and Guajillo.
Discover never-before-seen surprises from ROADSHOW's Season 24 tour: an antique Scottish golf club, a 1777 William Faden Philadelphia map and Andy Warhol "Fiesta Pig" & "Turtle" prints. Which is worth up to $ 100,000?
Travel to the tropics with Bob Ross, stroll along island shores and drink in the soul cleansing beauty of the sea.
Sneak away into the cold dusk shadows with Bob Ross and enjoy the beauty of a wonderfully robust waterfall.
Tis the season to be jolly as Christmas comes to the farm and P. Allen Smith gets some decorating help from flower expert, J. Schwanke.
Host Laura Theodore prepares a plant-based Christmas menu featuring Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms, a flavorful but simple to assemble dish filled with breadcrumbs, walnuts and baby spinach. Holiday Rosemary Smashed Potatoes make a fun and flavorful way to present spuds. For dessert, Mini Raspberry Cheeze-Cakes showcase fresh raspberries nestled in a tofu "cheese" filling, with a gluten-free, flourless crust.
Host Andreas Viestad travels to one of the coldest places in Norway: the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Roros. The town appears frozen in time and tradition rules on the table. This episode focuses on all things sweet and old-fashioned, including iced cake, raw milk pudding and cheesecake with cloudberries.
Pati explores the culture of mysterious Mennonites, a religious community who came to Chihuahua from Germany. Mostly, she's after what they're best known for around Mexico, their cheese! She sees their traditional cheese-making process at Pampas Cheese Factory, the holder of the Guinness World Record for largest Mennonite cheese. Then she tries another local culinary innovation, Mennonite pizza.
Maggie and Lindsey visit Scottsville, Kentucky to learn how to make maple syrup and maple butter at South 4 Farms. Inspired by their visit, Lindsey and Maggie use the versatile syrup for roasted salmon, a winter salad, and a creme brulee. Recipes: Maple Syrup Creme Brulee Maple-Mustard Roasted Salmon Winter Chopped Salad with Maple-Mustard Dressing
Bryan Roof and Toni Tipton-Martin visit Sean Sherman in Minneapolis and leave inspired to cook from the indigenous pantry. Test cook Morgan Bolling makes Cider-Braised Turkey, and Bryan makes Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Maple Chile Crisp.
Eggs and eggplant are the base of some tasty recipes with a twist. First, Sara deconstructs Eggplant Parmesan to make lighter, individual, Inside Out Eggplant Parm Rollups. In Vancouver, Canada, we go to Chinatown to make an ancient version of hard-boiled eggs. Next, Sara joins an old pal to make a viral favorite - eggs baked in individual cups of ham with a tasty topping.
Raw foods are hot now. But cooked foods have unique benefits too. Let Ellie suss out the facts from the hype for you. Recipe: - Go-to gazpacho - 3-Ingredient tomato sauce - Wok-charred lettuce and spinach noodle stir-fry with shrimp - Zucchini carpaccio salad.
The fun doesn't have to stop just because it's cold outside. Outdoor Idaho introduces you to some people - skiers and snow boarders, ice climbers and fishermen, sculptors and carvers - who can't wait for the snow to fall. While others wait for spring, these folks see winter as a time to explore, to create, to see a familiar landscape in a different light.
Marcia Franklin talks with Dr. Abraham Verghese about his latest blockbuster novel, "The Covenant of Water." The epic, which includes a mystery at its core, covers more than 70 years in the intertwined lives of families in the Indian state of Kerala. Verghese discusses the ties the story has to his own family history and shares his joy of writing.
The fun doesn't have to stop just because it's cold outside. Outdoor Idaho introduces you to some people - skiers and snow boarders, ice climbers and fishermen, sculptors and carvers - who can't wait for the snow to fall. While others wait for spring, these folks see winter as a time to explore, to create, to see a familiar landscape in a different light.
Marcia Franklin talks with Dr. Abraham Verghese about his latest blockbuster novel, "The Covenant of Water." The epic, which includes a mystery at its core, covers more than 70 years in the intertwined lives of families in the Indian state of Kerala. Verghese discusses the ties the story has to his own family history and shares his joy of writing.
When Mr. Ramirez takes too many cats into his shop, Alma helps him figure out what to do with them. When Alma asks her friends to play stickball, there's one hold-out Howard. How will she convince him he'll enjoy playing the game, too?
After Luke gets a check-up, he plays doctor with Stu as a nurse and Lyla pretends to be different patients. / Lyla, Everett, Luke, and Stu build a track to get a tennis ball down to the lobby using materials from home.
The Hunters set out on a family adventure halfway across the world in the Indonesian rainforest where they see a mysterious rain but no clouds! Together, the family works to piece together this weather mystery.
The Terrible Three have broken into HQ and are planning ultimate oddness, but where are they hiding? / The Agents must close the containment units before oddness takes over the whole town, can they find enough kids to help them?
While in Madagascar, the Wild Kratts hear signs of a dispute between two troops of ringtailed lemurs. So they set out to figure out just what these two lemur groups are arguing about...
After playing in a pile of leaves, the Hunter kids wonder why they change color so, the family heads to the state park to investigate the mystery and to find the Leaf Painter - a man, who Benny claims, paints all of the leaves.
Lyla has to help a friend, a neighbor, and her community to earn a Helper Patch, but she rushes each task. / After hurting her right wrist, Lyla struggles to adapt to using her left hand, but she finds clever solutions.
Prunella the Packrat - Prunella saves everything - ticket stubs, quizzes from second grade, pencil stubs, broken shoe laces...you name it and it's in her closet! Can Arthur help her break her packrat habits in time to put together the display for the school's Earth Day fair? Or is Prunella doomed to drown in her clutter? What's in a Name? - Binky find out that his real name isn't Binky, it's... Shelley?!! He's certain he will have to leave town - or at least school - having this silly name. Until his mom tells him the story of his ancestor, Shelley Barnes, the greatest circus owner of his time...
Sunny the sunflower is so pretty in the sunny sunlight. But, winter is approaching fast, and Daisy's plants are done for the season. Oh no! Fear not, crew! Granny Bunny has a way that could help the gang enjoy a sunflower a lot like Sunny next spring. All they have to do is keep some seeds from their favorite plants, dry them, and keep them safe until planting time. After they plant Sunny's seeds the next spring, they'll have to wait to find out if Sunny Jr. will be as amazing as Sunny. Then, it's time for a summery sunflower-y dance party. Oh yeah! When an eagle snatches a map from our gang after a lengthy treasure hunt, they can't find their way home. Oh no! But, Nature Cat has an old camping trick up his sleeve: moss only grows on the north side of trees, and home is north, so it's onward and homeward! Any minute, these hikers will be home sweet home. Wait a tick. They're right back where they started! No way! Looks like it's time to investigate where and how moss really grows, but will our gang be able to get home if the camping trick isn't true?
While in Madagascar, the Wild Kratts learn from Wild Kratts Kid, Patricia Ranomafana, that a Golden Bamboo lemur baby has been born. The Team decides to stay a bit longer to learn about this rare lemur.
In Coralina, the CyberSquad and Digit marvel at the cybersite's colorful coral reef. Inez hopes to bring back a piece of coral as a gift for her aunt until they learn coral is alive and the reef is under threat! Something is causing the ocean to become hot and murky, and it's bleaching the coral. With the help of an action hero crab, can the kids find the source of the heat before it's too late? Topics: Coral Reefs; Thermal Pollution; Temperature; Mapping; Collecting Data Big Idea: When you protect the health of coral reefs, you also protect the vast amount of ocean life that depend on the reefs as places to live or find food.
When a toy train display featuring a model replica of City Town is ruined, Sparks' Crew sets out to learn more about the landforms that make up City Town and help to rebuild a new replica. Curriculum: Many different types of landforms can make up an area. / AJ invents a gadget that switches everyone's powers. But, having different powers is harder than they thought. How can they use their new powers to get their old powers back? Curriculum: When you need information to solve a problem, you can ask an expert.
Muddy Buds Hit the Suds Emily Elizabeth, Clifford and friends are pretending to be racecars in the mud. That is, everyone except Tucker. He doesn't want to get dirty, because he's afraid of the bath that will have to come after! Once his friends realize what he is afraid of, they work together to show him bathing can be fun with a little pretend play. Lights, Camera, Clifford! After Outdoor Movie Night, Samantha is inspired to make a movie of her own. But, she has a hard time doing so when her friends have SO many ideas! Through conversation and compromise, everyone figures out how to work together and make a hit movie to premiere at the next Outdoor Movie Night.
The "Classic in the Jurassic" games are back, and this time, it's the Ultimate Smackdown. Mr. Conductor explains the "wrestling" matchups from the three Time Periods are: T. Rex vs. Triceratops, Allosaurus vs. Stegosaurus and Zupaysaurus vs. Riojasaurus (dinos new to the Pteranodon clan.) Fears that competitors may get injured are allayed by the explanation of how the "Smackdown" works -- the best choreographed and most entertaining show wins! Morris Stegosaurus beats Alvin Allosaurus. When Ziggy Zupaysaurus goes up against Renaldo Riojasaurus, Mr. Conductor explains that Riojasaurus may be smaller, but he has a powerful tail and speed on his side. Then Boris the T. Rex loses to Trevor Triceratops. Tank and Buddy are thrilled-what a face-off! Once the judges tally the results, Team Cretaceous is declared the winner, and the fans love it! Buddy and Tiny wonder aloud whether the Triassic was the beginning of time, and if there was anything before the Age of Dinosaurs. So, to the Dinosaur Train they go where Mr. Conductor takes them back to the beginning of the Triassic Period to get some answers. In the Triassic, Buddy, Tiny, Mom and Mr. Conductor meet up with Erma Eoraptor who is happy to explore the "before the Triassic" question with them. Our group walks through a Pedestrian Time Tunnel (that's beyond the end of the train tracks) to get to the Permian Period, the time period immediately before the Triassic. There, they meet Deon Dimetrodon, who has never met a dinosaur or pterosaur before. Buddy and Tiny are amazed to learn that there are neither of these in the Permian Period (or earlier)! Deon marvels at our family's features - especially Tiny and Mrs. Pteranodon's wings. Deon shows our group around the hot and humid Permian, and he explains how his sail fin keeps him cool. Then Deon is delighted to experience the Mesozioc Era. He walks through the Pedestrian Time Tunnel with our group, and is blown away by the vegetation and the variety and size of dinosaurs. Another lifelong friendship is forged!
When the forecast says snow's coming, Peter and Pinkalicious build an alarm so they don't miss out on playing in the cold. / After Pinkalicious earns a ribbon for helping out Pinkville the rest of her friends are inspired to make ribbons too.
The Flat Woman Problem - Mathtropolis. Super Peg and Cat Guy face their greatest challenge yet: Triangulo and Flat Woman have teamed up to triangulate and flatten the entire town! The Hanukkah Problem - Albert Einstein's House. When Albert Einstein has Peg and Cat over on Hanukkah, he shows them how to make a 2D piece of paper into a 3D dreidel. Later, they need to use this process to bring peace to Al's home and save his Hanukkah.
Grover sees that Elmo's feeling sad after his dad left for a work trip. He tries to make him laugh but it doesn't work. His friends explain that he can ask how to help. Grover learns that Elmo just needs a friend who'll hold his hand.
Phoebe & Jay help out at the grand re-opening of Toppings Town, where they learn about small, medium, and large food sizes. Phoebe & Jay decide to make a new paper rocket ship out of recycled materials while using a recycling chart.
Devonte J. Squirrel and his maman and papa (who are from Haiti) move to the Treeborhood and find a spot for their new home. Devonte and the Wombats help the Treeborhood cool off by creating a machine that makes ice cream using a bike.
All aboard the Moo Moo Choo Choo - the Wombats are off to visit Great Uncle Duper in the Windborhood. / The World's Biggest Whirligig has blown away. Luckily, the Wombats are there to help Great Uncle Duper imagine how to build a new one.
Daniel wants to ride in the stroller to the Music Shop, but Dad shows him that Margaret needs it./O wants to sit in the front of Trolley, but Jodi gets carsick in the back. O realizes that he doesn't need the front seat like she does.
A show and tell turns into chaos when The Shuffler starts mixing everything up! The Shuffler and The Eraser team up to put on a show that goes very wrong! A high-flying hang-gliding adventure is interrupted by the return of& THE WORD STORM!
Carl stretches the limits of honesty when he gets a universal screwdriver for his birthday. / When a storm creates a hole in the walkway to his house, Carl wants it fixed, until he discovers his friends have turned it into something magical.
After George sees that slugs use slime to crawl on walls and ceilings, he wonders if homemade slime would let him hang upside down, too. With high hopes and a recipe for slime that Steve made in school, George and Steve make a great big batch. It doesn't help George stick to the wall, but it sure is neat to play with! So George and Steve embark on experiments to find out what slime is good for. Trying out all of their ideas, both silly and practical, they discover the fun is in the exploration. / George and Allie are excited to discover a beautiful red slanty thing on the Renkins farm, right under the apple tree. It goes up and down on both sides....neat! But what could it be for? A slide for Jumpy? An apple basket holder? After a lot of experimentation and with help from Bill, the goats, and some flying chickens (!), they learn about balance, weight and fun on Allie's seesaw.
Gameshow Gator wants to make up a new game everybody can play. The pals help him find a way to include everyone./Nothing is going right for Panda this morning, and Donkey gets some bad news. They remind each other that they can cheer themselves up.
When our plucky trio join Heidi to dig up buried dinosaur bones, they're unsure how it all fits together. But those bones can build a picture of the past and soon they're on the right track what's more, Lofty sniffs out a very important discovery!
Backyard Soup - Elinor loves making "Backyard Soup," because all the ingredients come from their backyard garden. She's eager to try the same recipe when she visits her grandma and grandpa, but their backyard is a lot different than Elinor's, because they live in the desert. Elinor learns that different plants grow in different environments as she makes a whole different "Backyard Soup" with her grandparents, where the main ingredient is cactus! Colorful and Tasty - Elinor and her friends are selling lots of yummy cupcakes, but the problem is no one is buying any. The kids don't understand what's wrong, because everyone loves cupcakes. After observing how flowers attract bees through color and smell, they go back to their bake sale and decorate the table with fantastic colors, and use a fan to spread the aroma of the cupcakes. Before they know it, the place is "buzzing" and they sell every cupcake!
Rosie and Javi both want to be in charge of the sandbox, so the kids hold an election to choose the president. / The Dino Parade is about to be cancelled, so Rosie rallies her friends to form a marching band.
A show and tell turns into chaos when The Shuffler starts mixing everything up! The Shuffler and The Eraser team up to put on a show that goes very wrong! A high-flying hang-gliding adventure is interrupted by the return of& THE WORD STORM!
Jackie Robinson shows Xavier that when something isn't right, it takes courage to change it.
Molly wants to make regalia for her baby cousin so she can compete in the baby regalia contest. But, when her auntie can't find traditionally-tanned moose hide for the outfit, Molly and Tooey learn how to tan their own. Will they finish it in time? / While Molly and Tooey are playing on the riverbank, they find a message in a bottle, but the signature is smudged! Using their top-notch research skills and clues from the rest of the letter, Molly and Tooey set out to find the person who wrote it.
When the family agrees to a day of saying yes to everyone and everything, Alma realizes that sometimes you have to say no. / Alma helps Junior and Emi test out their dinosaur hypotheses at the American Museum of Natural History.
"The Mystery of the Mask" In Thailand, Leo sees a suspicious man in a mask and thinks he's up to no good! "Movie Monday" Carmen wants to see a movie in Bangkok, but when there's a power outage, Luna takes her to see a shadow-puppet performance instead.
Ale wants to show the Loops her pet tarantula, but it keeps escaping, so Lyla and Ale make an escape-proof container./ Lyla and her siblings are stuck inside because of rain and escape boredom by recreating park activities indoors.
To Eat or Not to Eat - A brand new candy bar is in town! But why is it making everyone act so strangely? And what exactly is this ingredient called Tri-Enzomated Zorn Jelly, anyway? Buster decides to do a little digging into these mystery chemicals before he takes his first bite but he - and all the other kids - may not find the truth appetizing. S.W.E.A.T. - It's time for the kids at Lakewood Elementary to take the Stoddard-Wilkins Elementary Aptitude Test, or "S.W.E.A.T." But with anxiety running high, it becomes clear that the kids need to learn some relaxation techniques. Luckily, Mrs. MacGrady is on hand to teach them a thing or two about de-stressing.
Orli wants to go on a tour of her new hometown, but it is delayed when The Trifler is turning things into trifle. / Party Agents arrive with a huge party box. However, the key keeper, who happens to be Ozzie, is missing along with the key.
With no big land predators, Chris realizes that Madagascar is one of the safest places in the world for adventuring. It's the perfect place to miniaturize and explore. But the 'mini' Kratts soon discover, they made a big mistake!
Inspired by their father's weather broadcasts, Lily, Corky, and Benny attempt to film their own. They soon learn, however, that there is a complex science behind the forecasts, and the tools for it are in Great Grandpa Wallace's workshop.
Inspired by Hanukkah, Zeke decides to keep track of how long his box-full-of-snow lasts. Mr. E fashions the Fishmans a waterproof Menorah, the Wombats make a tiny dreidel, and the Treeborhood gathers to celebrate the last night of Hanukkah.
Whyatt is excited to have been invited to Red's Gramma's house to celebrate Chanukah, but doesn't know much about the holiday. To learn more, the Super Readers jump into the book Judith's Happy Chanukah where they meet Judith, who loves Chanukah so much that she can't wait to share it with her new friends. Educational Objectives: To learn about holiday traditions. Kids will play with the alphabet and identify the letters C, O, I, N, and S. They'll learn the word LATKES, rhyme -OIL words, and use the power to read to change the story and make both Red's and Judith's Chanukah celebrations special.
Frozen Fish - After the lake freezes over, Elinor and her friends wonder what happens to all of their fishy friends during the wintertime. How can they survive? Do they freeze? After Ranger Rabbit cuts a hole in the ice to check on the fish, the kids gaze down through the thick ice and learn that the whole lake isn't frozen after all. The ice is only at the top, and there's still liquid at the bottom where the fish live comfortably when the lake freezes in the winter. Pirate Treasure - While the kids are playing pirates in search of treasure, pirate Ari realizes that he forgot where he hid their treasure. But, no worries, because the kids are pirates, and pirates always figure it out. Unfortunately, it's not that simple, and they can't even draw a map, because Ari can't remember exactly how to get to the treasure. Luckily, their friend Philbert the Squirrel helps them out by teaching the kids about landmarks and how to use them to find your way. So, the mighty pirates finally find their loot. Arrrr!
At bedtime, Pinkalicious befriends an owl in her backyard! Soon, she and Owlivia are singing together. It's fun to have a nocturnal friend, until Pinkalicious realizes she isn't nocturnal - she's losing precious sleep! / Pinkalicious and Peter build an igloo in the backyard. But when all their friends want to sleep over in it, they'll need an even bigger igloo - a tower of igloos!
Hacker has finally captured those Earth brats on the Wreaker! Before he can decide what to do next, an alarm goes off...the Wreaker is out of fuel! He lands on the nearest cybersite, Ekardia, an eerie place with no one in sight and no way to contact anyone. He has only one choice: enlist the CyberSquad's help so they can ALL get back home. They find one Ekardian left behind - Ted. Everyone else left because Ekardia ran out of frixite, the nonrenewable resource they used to power everything. Now Ted lives off the natural resources around him. If Hacker and the kids are going to get home, they and their resourceful new friend will need to learn from Ekardia's past. Can they also help save its future?
Jet takes the kids on a saucer tour all around the Earth to discover all the ways that water can be found. They visit Antarctica to look at the ice, and then compare that extreme to the icy surface of Jupiter's moon Europa. / Sydney wants to enter a Commander Cressida story contest, but can't think up a good enough story. The other kids help, and they come up with a story about lassoing a comet to bring water to Venus, and then Mars.
A show and tell turns into chaos when The Shuffler starts mixing everything up! The Shuffler and The Eraser team up to put on a show that goes very wrong! A high-flying hang-gliding adventure is interrupted by the return of& THE WORD STORM!
Jackie Robinson shows Xavier that when something isn't right, it takes courage to change it.
Molly wants to make regalia for her baby cousin so she can compete in the baby regalia contest. But, when her auntie can't find traditionally-tanned moose hide for the outfit, Molly and Tooey learn how to tan their own. Will they finish it in time? / While Molly and Tooey are playing on the riverbank, they find a message in a bottle, but the signature is smudged! Using their top-notch research skills and clues from the rest of the letter, Molly and Tooey set out to find the person who wrote it.
When the family agrees to a day of saying yes to everyone and everything, Alma realizes that sometimes you have to say no. / Alma helps Junior and Emi test out their dinosaur hypotheses at the American Museum of Natural History.