Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
President Kennedy and his advisors wrestle with how deeply to get involved in South Vietnam. As the increasingly autocratic Diem regime faces a growing communist insurgency and widespread Buddhist protests, a grave political crisis unfolds.
Tommy and Charlie work on restoring the roof to match the original house. Building-science expert Joe Lstiburek talks about insulation issues in old walls. Later, Ben Doherty slices through stone to create a garage in the existing basement.
Glimpse into Earth's grasslands, where the biggest animal numbers are found, and see how animal life helps to drawdown carbon. The latest science reveals their importance to our future, and what we can do to restore them to health and abundance.
In Tanzania's Katavi National Park, the rains have stopped much earlier than usual, and six weeks have passed without a drop. Meet the hippo, crocodile and lion families who must prepare to face the worst drought in almost a hundred years.
A spectacular fossil graveyard reveals a 43-million-year-old whale that had four legs and could walk. Follow scientists as they search for new clues to how mammals moved from land into the sea to become the largest animals on Earth.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
George volunteers to create a piece of art for the county-wide art show and can't decide what to make. Luckily, he gets help from special guest artist Kevin Sampson, who teaches him that great pieces of art can be made with found objects./When a kale smoothie spills all over Arthur's brand-new sneakers, he gets angry. Soon, everyone is scared of Arthur's temper! Can he learn to unclench his fist and calm down in tough situations?
The Trouble with Centigurps - When Otto accidentally releases 100 small furry creatures in headquarters, he recruits Oscar to help get them back before Ms. O finds out. Curriculum: Counting and cardinality; counting by 2's, 5's and 10's to 100. Totally Odd Squad - In a flashback episode, Ms. O tells the story of how she defeated a villain called the Patternista back when she was an agent. Curriculum: Pattern recognition.
Aviva loves the Tortuga design, but feels there's something missing. Martin and Chris realize it can't really swim, so they decide to get some bio inspiration for this feature by exploring the world of the sea turtles.
Ever wish you could pause life long enough to figure out the answers to all your problems? Alma can! Follow her adventures in Alma's Way, as she learns to think for herself-making mistakes and decisions and finding solutions along the way!
Lyla bowls a strike her first time bowling, but she gets frustrated when she realizes bowling isn't as easy as she thought it was. / When Lyla feels left out from Everett and Ale's thriving friendship, she plans ways to get herself back in.
Carl's medium-sized fuchsia yo-yo is missing from his collection! The Lost and Found Detectives are on the case - time to look for clues. / A rainy day changes Carl's pool day plans and he's stuck inside - now what is he going to do?
Daniel Makes a Mistake - While Daniel is looking at different items under the magnifier at school, he accidentally knocks a basket of objects off the table, sending things tumbling all over the floor. Whoops! Daniel thinks he has ruined Science Time until Teacher Harriet explains that everyone makes mistakes; the important thing is that we can fix them and always learn from them. Baking Mistakes - Daniel and Prince Wednesday are at the bakery helping Baker Aker make cookies for the Neighborhood. But Prince Wednesday accidentally spills the milk! No crying, though, because mistakes can happen. Soon the boys learn that they can try to fix their mistakes and learn from them, too. Trolley cookies for everyone! Strategy: It's ok to make mistakes, try to fix them and learn from them, too.
101A When Rosie finds out it's Abuela's birthday, she tries to send her a birthday party in the mail. 101B Rosie wants Abuela to feel how soft Gatita is, so she tries to send her in the mail.
Elmo, Abby, Rudy, and Chris are going to the playground. After going down the little slide a couple times, they move on to the big slide. But Elmo's never been on the big slide before. Elmo feels excited and a little scared. Abby and Rudy share that they also felt a little scared the first time they went down the big slide too. Elmo wonders how he can get ready to try again. What if they try belly breathing? Let's try! Elmo feels a little better but he's not ready to go down the big slide yet. They try singing a song, but Elmo is still not ready. Chris understands how Elmo's feeling too. His dad held his hand the first time he went down the slide. He offers to hold Elmo's hand as he goes down the slide and whoosh he goes! Elmo doesn't feel scared anymore and is ready to go down the big slide again all by himself!
The Wombats help to free the Moo Moo Choo Choo train, which got itself stuck in a sea of ooey-gooey mud. / First spied through a telescope, three adventurous Wombats attempt to find mystical Bellyflop Lake - without getting lost!
Donkey and Panda want to help King Friday build a sandcastle, but when it keeps falling, they get frustrated. Can they reach their goal? /Donkey hasn't been able to complete the Bobski Bounce Challenge. Can Bob Dog help her learn from her mistakes?
Pinkalicious and Peter volunteer to watch Toothy McSquint's parrot, Captain Feathers; Peter learns to blend in with his surroundings during a game of hide-and-seek.
Olive's Library - It's Olive's birthday party and everyone has given her a book as a present, which makes Olive very happy. However, when she goes to her room to put them away, Olive finds there's no more room. Her shelf is CRAMMED full of books. What should she do with all these books? While outside playing, the kids observe how ants share food by storing it in a special communal room. Inspired by this, the kids help Olive make a little lending library so she can share her books with everyone in Animal Town! Nature Walk - It's Nature Day at school and Elinor, Olive and Ari have to make a Nature Walk at recess. But, it's a windy day and they run into problems when their arrow signs keep blowing over, confusing their classmates and causing them to get turned around on the nature path. Fortunately, the three kids learn how to improve their signs by copying an idea from the trees: underground roots! The kids bury the bottom part of their arrow signs, just like a tree, which works perfectly.
NATURE CAT follows Fred, a house cat who dreams of exploring the great outdoors. In each episode, once his family leaves for the day, Fred transforms into Nature Cat, "backyard explorer extraordinaire." Nature Cat can't wait to get outside for a day of backyard nature excursions and bravery, but there's one problem: He's still a house cat with no instincts for nature. Like many of today's kids, Nature Cat is eager and enthusiastic about outside activities, but is at times intimidated by them. With the help of his animal friends, Nature Cat embarks on action-packed adventures that include exciting missions full of nature investigation, "aha" discovery moments and humor, all while inspiring children to go outside and "play the show."
When Molly, Tooey, and Trini head down to the river to play in the mud, they are shocked to find an enormous tusk jutting out of the riverbank! What animal did this tusk belong to, and will they be able to excavate it? / When a jokulhlaup (a glacial outburst flood) threatens to wash away Auntie Cecilia's old fishing cabin, Aunt Cecilia and Layla worry about losing the site of so many family memories. Can Molly find a way to save it?
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
See new footage of the greatest, most beautiful and powerful movements on our planet. Cameras in space capture events like an elephant family's struggle through drought, and thousands of Shaolin Kung-Fu students performing in perfect synchronicity.
Join Ann Curry for the dramatic reunions of people separated by WWII. A Japanese-American woman sent to an internment camp hopes to find a childhood friend, and a survivor from a Jewish ghetto searches for the child of the couple who befriended him.
Join Ann Curry for the reunions of people whose lives crossed during the deadly eruption. Mindy searches for a scientist's family to tell them how he saved her life, and Sue wants to find the helicopter pilot who rescued her from near-certain death.
Hosted by Christian Fraser, BBC NEWS THE CONTEXT gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world through discussions with expert panelists.
Hosted by Sumi Somaskanda, BBC NEWS AMERICA gives audiences a detailed look into news stories from around the world from the BBC news desk in Washington DC.
PBS NewsHour provides in-depth analysis of current events with a news summary, live studio interviews and discussions of domestic and international issues. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett co-anchor.
Join award-winning journalists every Friday night in a robust roundtable discussion of the week's major national news stories.
Kansas City Week in Review takes an in-depth look at the issues shaping Kansas City with area newsmakers and journalists. From one-on-one interviews to large group panel discussions, Nick Haines leads an informative and entertaining conversation about the news impacting our metro.
Music luminaries and some of the brightest stars in Austin City Limits' five-decade history return to the fabled ACL stage in Austin, Texas to celebrate the show's fiftieth anniversary. The all-star line-up includes Leon Bridges, Billy Strings, Gary Clark Jr., Lyle Lovett, Shawn Colvin, Angela Aguilar, The Avett Brothers, Indigo Girls, Rufus Wainwright, The Mavericks and more. Longtime Austin City Limits supporters and Austin-based actors Jared and Genevieve Padalecki (Walker, Supernatural, Gilmore Girls) co-host the special. The two-hour broadcast offers salutes to ACL icons including Willie Nelson and Stevie Ray Vaughan, and features behind-the-scenes interviews along with rarely-seen vintage clips from the ACL archives.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
Join conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan as he explores efforts to confront climate change in Australia, Brazil, California and Kenya. Knowledge from Indigenous communities and the latest science combine to create innovative and inspiring solutions.
Henry Louis Gates, Jr. explores the long-lost roots of actor Sheryl Lee Ralph and historian Lonnie Bunch - two African Americans whose ancestors broke boundaries and forged families as they moved from slavery to freedom.
In Tanzania's Katavi National Park, the rains have stopped much earlier than usual, and six weeks have passed without a drop. Meet the hippo, crocodile and lion families who must prepare to face the worst drought in almost a hundred years.
A spectacular fossil graveyard reveals a 43-million-year-old whale that had four legs and could walk. Follow scientists as they search for new clues to how mammals moved from land into the sea to become the largest animals on Earth.
Norwegian Crown Princess Martha and her husband Prince Olav visit U.S. President Franklin Roosevelt in 1939. A year later, they must flee the Nazi invasion of their country.
Bella is shocked when Marco proposes and finally tells her family about her divorce. Constance tells Vito about Tommy and Alice is hurt when Carlo rejects her. Meanwhile, Lucian and Billy return to Portofino with a visitor.
During your yoga practice you build heat. It is ignited by your desire to become the best version of yourself through the work of your body and your mind. Today we will practice a hip opener called Fire Log to remind us to stoke this inner heat.
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White by the swimming pool. The workout is aimed at strengthening your lower body while leaving you with longer leaner legs.
Democracy Now! is an award-winning, independent, noncommercial, nationally-distributed public television news hour. Produced each weekday, Democracy Now! is available for public television stations free of charge.
Chrysanthemums, azaleas, a grotto, rockery, and more make this a fascinating garden, but there is always more to do. And planning can be a big part of the fun. Be sure to tune in as we GardenSMART.
The term pecan was coined by the Algonquin from the word "pacane," which means a nut that needs to be cracked with a stone in the Algonquin language. Commercial pecan cultivation started in the 1840's and grew through the 1880's. By the 1950's, Georgia had become the country's leading producer of pecans and remains the largest pecan-producing state in the nation to date. Capri meets Charles and Shirley Sherrod, civil rights activists and founders of the New Communities Agricultural Co-Op who explain important role of African-American farmers to the pecan industry in Georgia. Capri helps harvest pecans, tastes them right from the source and tries a unique twist on pecan pie.
Follow artists committed to passing on their skills and passion for craft to new generations. Featured are Barbara Teller Ornelas, Lynda Teller Pete, Therman Statom, Mark Mitsuda at Punahou School and Linda Sikora at Alfred University.
In this episode of Classical Stretch, join Miranda Esmonde-White in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. Miranda will take you through exercises that will tone your body from head to toe in this standing and floor workout.
This program features exercises that help increase postural awareness and stabilize the shoulders.
Milk Street Editorial Director J.M. Hirsch travels to Kyiv, Ukraine, where he hears from chefs and home cooks about their effort to preserve Ukrainian culture through cuisine. At Milk Street, Christopher Kimball joins J.M. to make an oven-baked, old-school rendition of Chicken Kyiv flavored with dill, lemon and ginger. Then, we investigate the past, present, and future of Ukrainian Borsch.
Test cook Keith Dresser makes host Julia Collin Davison Keema Aloo. Equipment expert Adam Ried reviews handheld vacuum cleaners. Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster an Uzbek favorite, Plov.
A conversation between Maggie Haberman, a reporter with The New York Times and author of "Confidence Man," which chronicles the life of former president Donald Trump, and Laura Coates, a former federal prosecutor and a CNN host and legal analyst. Recorded at the University of Louisville Kentucky Author Forum.
ROADSHOW strikes gold in Colorado with amazing finds including Paul Revere Jr. silver tablespoons, a 1942 DC Comics promotional Superman figurine and a 1974 Sam Gilliam June 5 acrylic painting. One is $125, 000 to $150,000!
Join conservation scientist Dr. M. Sanjayan for a global environmental health check of seven of Earth's bellwether biomes. From the Arctic to the Amazon, these vulnerable habitats are changing, revealing surprising animal behaviors as species adapt.
Olav and the king plan their escape. Meanwhile, Martha and the children take refuge with her Swedish royal relatives. But the Nazis threaten the king if he harbors the crown princess.
Examine the global issues, domestic news and trends impacting the world. Christiane Amanpour leads conversations with thought leaders and influencers.
DW News - a daily newscast from the heart of Europe. As one of the world's largest international broadcasters, Deutsche Welle provides public television viewers the unique opportunity to see our world from another perspective.
The Day provides viewers with the background and analysis they need to understand the top stories of the last 24 hours. Join our Chief News Anchor Brent Goff as he puts the day's events into context and discusses them with experts and correspondents in the field.
NEWSROOM TOKYO, launched in 2015, serves as the flagship program of NHK World. The 27-minute broadcast reflects on the day-to-day events in Japan and Asia, with segments covering business news and market trends throughout the Asian Peninsula, as well as news from Asia and Oceania. Featuring in-depth commentary and live reports by experts, NEWSROOM TOKYO offers a different perspective to Western media that shows the latest developments from a Japanese and Asian standpoint.
NEWSLINE is produced by NHK, Japan's news leading public broadcaster, featuring global news and current affairs, business, sports, science and technology trends plus global weather forecasts from over 30 news bureaus throughout the world.
Explore the personal, medical, and spiritual aspects of end-of-life care. Gain insights from experts and hear powerful, courageous stories from real people sharing their end-of-life planning and how it can be less painful.
CROSSROADS OF A NATION: MISSOURI'S INDELIBLE ROLE IN AMERICAN HISTORY is part one of a three-part docuseries that traces the state's role in U.S. history as it expanded west across the continent. From the region's Indigenous cultures up to the brink of the Civil War, this hour-long film explores Missouri's lasting and undeniable mark on American history, which helped shape the nation into what it is today.
The Committee is a documentary film about the little-known Florida Legislative Investigative Committee of the State Legislature from 1956-1965. Florida Senator Charley Johns chaired the committee, and its aim was to root out communist and homosexual teachers and students from state universities. It was successful in either firing or expelling more than 200 suspected gay and lesbian citizens. The film features two North Florida survivors (Rev. Ruth Jensen-Forbell and Chuck Woods) and one interrogator (John Tileston) who have never before spoken publicly about their experiences without anonymity. It culminates in a 50-year reunion between survivor and interrogator.
Kansas City Week in Review takes an in-depth look at the issues shaping Kansas City with area newsmakers and journalists. From one-on-one interviews to large group panel discussions, Nick Haines leads an informative and entertaining conversation about the news impacting our metro.
PBS NewsHour provides in-depth analysis of current events with a news summary, live studio interviews and discussions of domestic and international issues. Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett co-anchor.
Bella is thrilled at Lucian's return, but he is cold with Constance. George threatens to withdraw money from the hotel, so Bella begins a new business. Cecil and Bella start to build bridges but get some shocking news.
Fried Calamari with Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce; Meatball Po-Boy; Sausage and Pepper Calzone.
Pati visits Chef Wilson Alonzo in his hometown of Halacho to prepare a traditional Cochinita Pibil in an underground pit. They begin at the local market to source ingredients. Then Pati helps Wilson prepare the achiote marinade, along with his grandmother who taught him traditional cooking and isn't shy to correct him. The final product is a meal that captures Yucatan's history in every bite. Recipes in Pati's Kitchen: Colada Black Beans; Pibil Picadillo; Chunky Tomato and Habanero Salsa; Salbutes
As Americans expand their horizons for more adventurous lives and retirements abroad, we return to one of our favorite regions - Abruzzo - filled with stunning mountains and coastlines. We meet four Americans who have moved to Abruzzo not only for the beautiful sights but for the affordable real estate and healthcare. We also visit a town selling 1-euro homes to see what the hype is all about.
Academy Award-winning actress Marisa Tomei and Black Madonna expert Alessandra Belloni join us for this unique episode in search of the revered and mysterious Madonna Nera in Campania, the region that both Marisa's and Kathy's families hail from. We attend two incredible celebrations for the Madonna in Moiano and Montevergine, complete with chanting, fireworks, and incredible acts of veneration.
Explore Latin American communities and cultures. Radio host Carolina Bermudez shares Nicaraguan recipes and insight on Long Island. Mexican Chicano culture is on display at a Cinco de Mayo party in North Brunswick, NJ. Cook an authentic Venezuelan feast with an asylum seeker who created a non-profit to help other Venezuelans fleeing political persecution.
We show you three baking recipes ideal for a weekend breakfast. First, Christopher Kimball and Milk Street Cook Bianca Borges make richly flavored Neapolitan Salami-Provolone Buns. Then, Milk Street Cook Matthew Card bakes Banana Hazelnut Bread with a moist and tender crumb. To finish, Milk Street Cook Rose Hattabaugh prepares light and lemony Cinnamon Sugar Yogurt Doughnuts.
Richard talks about the importance of radiant floor heating in the garage and walks through the installation process with plumber Abe Bilo. Next, Richard and Mark discuss the concrete pour. Mark discusses the steps as his team takes over the pour.
During your yoga practice you build heat. It is ignited by your desire to become the best version of yourself through the work of your body and your mind. Today we will practice a hip opener called Fire Log to remind us to stoke this inner heat.
By train, bike, and boat, we visit the top Dutch sights outside of Amsterdam: from Haarlem to Rotterdam, and from Delft to the Zuiderzee. Along the way, we enjoy charming towns with fragrant cheese markets, soggy polderland, mighty dikes, and windmills both new and old. Rolling through the Netherlands and connecting with its people, you can't help but think, "Everything's so... Dutch!"
Bob Ross creates a beautiful rocky stream gently rippling through the forest mist -- all in a fantastic oval setting!
Environmental artist Patrick Dougherty is known for his life-sized sculptures built using only sticks and saplings and exhibited around the world. We visit one of these, along with his home, surrounded by stick fences, stone archways, paths and walls all of which he built himself. Patrick is given a series of movements to increase flexibility in the ankle and restore function to the lower legs.
Seasonal weekly series with tips for the backyard gardener and homeowner, including lawn care, tree care, houseplants and flowers. Host and University of Tennessee Extension Agent Chris Cooper provides advice and tips for gardening success with the help of plant experts, Master Gardeners and other guests.
Turn your embroidery machine into a quilting machine. Easily achieve amazing results when you combine quilting and machine embroidery. Nancy and Denise Abel, embroidery guru, demonstrate how to get the look of free motion quilting without the stress-let your embroidery machine do the quilting for you! Quilting in the hoop creates superb consistency for prize-winning quilts.
Jerry begins the process of starting a new, more-advanced painting Mallard Duck on watercolor board using the hake brush to create a beautiful soft sky with transparent glazes and phase one of the dead tree and pond.
Kevin talks about the Dracut School Project and visits Alison Hardy at her shop to discuss her work of repairing windows on the historic building. Richard finds Abe Bilo and his crew as they dismantle the old boiler system and prepare for a new.
The AskTOH team helps a Cape Cod couple build an outdoor shower. Jenn and Mark design the layout and drainage, Nathan installs the cedar kit, Richard handles the hot water hookup and shower system, and Jenn and Mark finish with landscaping touches.
Mary Ann's husband Guy comes up with a quick and simple chicken dish, Guy's Chicken with Olives and Turmeric that you'll make often. In a matter of minutes Mary Ann combines sliced chicken breasts with onions, garlic, and turmeric and into the oven it goes. There's enough time for her to make another favorite, Meatballs Milan Style. Stuffed with filled with mortadella, beef, and ham and fried to a crunch crisp, you'll want seconds, thirds, fourths!
In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Roasted Whole Side of Salmon. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turmeric tasting, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids' vegetable peelers, and science expert Dan Souza explains the magic of emulsions. Finally, Dan makes the best recipe for Buttery Spring Vegetables.
CYCLE AROUND JAPAN HIGHLIGHTS offers a way to discover Japan by bicycle and provides useful information to enjoy the adventure. Throughout the 13-part series, viewers vicariously experience breath-taking cycling adventures and see a side of Japan they won't find in the guidebooks. Journeys include a 330-kilometer ride through the northern land of Akita and a challenging ride up a 2,000-meter peak in Nagano Prefecture, which provides breathtaking views of the Japan Alps mountain pass. Along the way, riders take part in traditions such as the harvesting of wasabi plants and the making of baskets from wild bamboo. In every location, viewers are treated to the local culture, history, food and traditions that makes cycling around Japan such a unique journey.
Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. Samantha starts her journey off by taking a tour in Yeonnam-Dong, with Charlie, an ex-pat living in Seoul for the past 10 years. This neighborhood has been re-purposed into a green space filled with a resurgence of diverse restaurants, and most importantly, coffee shops, where Samantha and Charlie try some of the area's best coffee. Going for the local cuisine, Samantha joins Charlie and his wife to sample some of the popular banchan (side dishes) at an authentic restaurant, where Samantha also learns about the proper etiquette of eating and drinking. History and tradition are very important to Seoul, as Samantha experiences this celebration firsthand with the changing of the guard at the Gyeongbokgung Palace, which dates back to 1395. Venturing further, Samantha tours Bukchon Hanok Village on her way to learn about the artistry of Jogakbo, a style of patchwork, from a master artist. At the Korean Stone Art Stone Museum, Samantha explores the tranquil indoor/outdoor facility filled with over 1,250 life-like beautifully sculpted stone statues and learns about the purpose of their design. Samantha has a big night ahead of her, but first she takes a stroll through the Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival and takes in the gorgeous sights of the flowering cherry trees. Meeting up with some locals at a Chicken & Beer restaurant, Samantha learns about the five stages of drinking, which includes eating throughout the entire process. From there, Samantha and her newfound friends go to Hongdae, a busy nightlife area thronging with students and K-Pop performers, and continue on to sign karaoke, closing the night out with a live performance by an indie rock band. Finishing off her trip, Samantha visits a local food market with Janet Harn, a local Chef, and picks out fresh ingredients to cook some local favorites in Janet's cooking studio.
The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague is the best-preserved Baroque city in Central Europe. We experience its massive castle, beloved statue-lined bridge, evocative Jewish Quarter, and thrilling 20th-century history while enjoying its infectious love of music and perhaps the best beer in Europe. With a beautifully preserved Old Town, Prague deserves its nickname: the Golden City of a Hundred Spires.
Snow-covered landscape, icy pond and cabin, compliments of the fast and skillful brushes of Bob Ross.
Mary Ann's husband Guy comes up with a quick and simple chicken dish, Guy's Chicken with Olives and Turmeric that you'll make often. In a matter of minutes Mary Ann combines sliced chicken breasts with onions, garlic, and turmeric and into the oven it goes. There's enough time for her to make another favorite, Meatballs Milan Style. Stuffed with filled with mortadella, beef, and ham and fried to a crunch crisp, you'll want seconds, thirds, fourths!
In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Roasted Whole Side of Salmon. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turmeric tasting, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids' vegetable peelers, and science expert Dan Souza explains the magic of emulsions. Finally, Dan makes the best recipe for Buttery Spring Vegetables.
Turn your embroidery machine into a quilting machine. Easily achieve amazing results when you combine quilting and machine embroidery. Nancy and Denise Abel, embroidery guru, demonstrate how to get the look of free motion quilting without the stress-let your embroidery machine do the quilting for you! Quilting in the hoop creates superb consistency for prize-winning quilts.
Jerry begins the process of starting a new, more-advanced painting Mallard Duck on watercolor board using the hake brush to create a beautiful soft sky with transparent glazes and phase one of the dead tree and pond.
Kevin talks about the Dracut School Project and visits Alison Hardy at her shop to discuss her work of repairing windows on the historic building. Richard finds Abe Bilo and his crew as they dismantle the old boiler system and prepare for a new.
The AskTOH team helps a Cape Cod couple build an outdoor shower. Jenn and Mark design the layout and drainage, Nathan installs the cedar kit, Richard handles the hot water hookup and shower system, and Jenn and Mark finish with landscaping touches.
Turn your embroidery machine into a quilting machine. Easily achieve amazing results when you combine quilting and machine embroidery. Nancy and Denise Abel, embroidery guru, demonstrate how to get the look of free motion quilting without the stress-let your embroidery machine do the quilting for you! Quilting in the hoop creates superb consistency for prize-winning quilts.
Test cook Dan Souza makes host Bridget Lancaster Skillet-Roasted Chicken Breasts with Garlicky Green Beans. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget and host Julia Collin Davison to a tasting of Vegan and Vegetarian Chicken Nuggets. Test cook Sam Block makes Braised Chicken Thighs with Fennel, Orange, and Cracked Olives.
Mary Ann's husband Guy comes up with a quick and simple chicken dish, Guy's Chicken with Olives and Turmeric that you'll make often. In a matter of minutes Mary Ann combines sliced chicken breasts with onions, garlic, and turmeric and into the oven it goes. There's enough time for her to make another favorite, Meatballs Milan Style. Stuffed with filled with mortadella, beef, and ham and fried to a crunch crisp, you'll want seconds, thirds, fourths!
In this episode, test cook Becky Hays makes Julia the perfect Roasted Whole Side of Salmon. Tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Bridget to a turmeric tasting, gadget critic Lisa McManus reviews kids' vegetable peelers, and science expert Dan Souza explains the magic of emulsions. Finally, Dan makes the best recipe for Buttery Spring Vegetables.
CYCLE AROUND JAPAN HIGHLIGHTS offers a way to discover Japan by bicycle and provides useful information to enjoy the adventure. Throughout the 13-part series, viewers vicariously experience breath-taking cycling adventures and see a side of Japan they won't find in the guidebooks. Journeys include a 330-kilometer ride through the northern land of Akita and a challenging ride up a 2,000-meter peak in Nagano Prefecture, which provides breathtaking views of the Japan Alps mountain pass. Along the way, riders take part in traditions such as the harvesting of wasabi plants and the making of baskets from wild bamboo. In every location, viewers are treated to the local culture, history, food and traditions that makes cycling around Japan such a unique journey.
Seoul is a huge metropolis and the capital of South Korea, where high-tech and pop culture meet palaces and street markets. Samantha starts her journey off by taking a tour in Yeonnam-Dong, with Charlie, an ex-pat living in Seoul for the past 10 years. This neighborhood has been re-purposed into a green space filled with a resurgence of diverse restaurants, and most importantly, coffee shops, where Samantha and Charlie try some of the area's best coffee. Going for the local cuisine, Samantha joins Charlie and his wife to sample some of the popular banchan (side dishes) at an authentic restaurant, where Samantha also learns about the proper etiquette of eating and drinking. History and tradition are very important to Seoul, as Samantha experiences this celebration firsthand with the changing of the guard at the Gyeongbokgung Palace, which dates back to 1395. Venturing further, Samantha tours Bukchon Hanok Village on her way to learn about the artistry of Jogakbo, a style of patchwork, from a master artist. At the Korean Stone Art Stone Museum, Samantha explores the tranquil indoor/outdoor facility filled with over 1,250 life-like beautifully sculpted stone statues and learns about the purpose of their design. Samantha has a big night ahead of her, but first she takes a stroll through the Yeouido Cherry Blossom Festival and takes in the gorgeous sights of the flowering cherry trees. Meeting up with some locals at a Chicken & Beer restaurant, Samantha learns about the five stages of drinking, which includes eating throughout the entire process. From there, Samantha and her newfound friends go to Hongdae, a busy nightlife area thronging with students and K-Pop performers, and continue on to sign karaoke, closing the night out with a live performance by an indie rock band. Finishing off her trip, Samantha visits a local food market with Janet Harn, a local Chef, and picks out fresh ingredients to cook some local favorites in Janet's cooking studio.
The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague is the best-preserved Baroque city in Central Europe. We experience its massive castle, beloved statue-lined bridge, evocative Jewish Quarter, and thrilling 20th-century history while enjoying its infectious love of music and perhaps the best beer in Europe. With a beautifully preserved Old Town, Prague deserves its nickname: the Golden City of a Hundred Spires.
When Royce Tanaka was growing up in Hawaii, his grandfather owned and operated a bakery that sold popular butter rolls. Royce turned to Milk Street to help recreate them.
Timothy Parker, former Navy Search and Rescue Swimmer and Veteran owns the only Black beer company in San Diego. His story, of being an anomaly in his naval career and a desire to pay it forward through brewing, shows his dedication and commitment to his country and community. Cassandra joins Timothy at his Chula Vista Brewery, locations in Chula Vista, CA to reflect on his journey in the military and the craft beer space. Cassandra also meets Donnie Edwards, former NFL football player and Founder of Best Defense Foundation who has teamed up with Tim to create a special brew for America's honored veterans.
Morgan Bolling makes host Bridget Lancaster Grilled Bone-In Leg of Lamb with Charred Scallion Sauce. Equipment expert Adam Ried shares his top picks for spray mops. Toni Tipton-Martin talks about a popular cheesecake that's taking the world by storm, and Bridget makes host Julia Collin Davison a showstopping La Vina-Style Cheesecake.
Test cook Dan Souza makes Bridget the ultimate olive oil cake. Then, tasting expert Jack Bishop challenges Julia to a tasting of premium extra virgin olive oil. Gadget critic Lisa McManus reveals her favorite (and least favorite) gadgets, and Julia and Bridget uncover the secrets to making foolproof Bbaklava at home.
When Royce Tanaka was growing up in Hawaii, his grandfather owned and operated a bakery that sold popular butter rolls. Royce turned to Milk Street to help recreate them.
Spanish born chef Jose Andres achieved the American dream by creating a restaurant empire that stretches across the country and the globe. Recently though, Jose's efforts have been focused on philanthropy and outreach. When Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico, Jose and his team landed and immediately started cooking. In a short amount of time, they had fed a million people. Inspired by the flavors of his youth, Jose takes us back to where it all began for him. We dine at Bodega 1900 in Barcelona to talk about the simple flavors of Spanish tapas that sparked a love and passion for cooking and the roots of great hospitality.
Norman Lear is a World War II veteran as well as a television producing icon. He is the creator of such legendary sitcoms as All in the Family, Good Times, Sanford and Son, The Jeffersons and many, many more. Norman has been instrumental in the creating and the success of so many Hollywood professionals, yet his biggest contribution is the discussion his work has sparked. Norman takes us to his favorite restaurant in the heart of LA, Crossroads, to talk about what makes a great meal and a great TV show.
As Writer and Director of blockbuster hit movies such as "The Sixth Sense" and "Unbreakable", Night has been able to hone the craft of 'scaring the living daylights" of moviegoers with his suspenseful and often terrifying flicks. He has undoubtedly reached careers highs and dramatic career lows. At his favorite restaurant in Philadelphia acclaimed restaurant Vetri Cucina, Night dishes on how to stay on the creative cutting-edge and what he hopes his legacy is in life and film.
New York Times best-selling author Deepak Chopra is a medical doctor by trade but he is best known for his work to get people to live a life of greater consciousness. His devotion to mental wellness and well-being is at the center of his work, his teachings and his speaking engagements. Over sustainable farm-to- table lunch, Deepak shares how he brings an idea to execution through the power of the mind. This enlightening conversation is both nourishing for the mind and spirit.
Ballerina, Author, Speaker. Location: The Mermaid Inn, New York City, NY Misty Copeland is an American ballet dancer for American Ballet Theatre. She became the first African American woman to be promoted to principal dancer in the ABT's 75 year history. Despite starting at the age of 13, Misty's journey to prodigy and ballet stardom has been a long and arduous one. Fighting body issues and pressure to conform, Misty faced much opposition as she blazed a trail in the dancing world. At her favorite restaurant in Manhattan, The Mermaid Inn, Misty shares her journey from homeless youth to child ballerina to one of the most celebrated dancers in the world. Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. As she steps her way into finding her voice, Misty shares some of her most hard-earned wisdom and insights over her favorite meal and offers advice for any young creative.
Jon Bon Jovi is a musical icon and the voice of a generation. Born in New Jersey, Jon is the lead vocalist for the Grammy award-winning rock band, Bon Jovi, formed in 1983. Bon Jovi has performed more than 2,700 concerts in over 50 countries for more than 34 million fans. After a lifetime of being a true rockstar, his work has lead him to philanthropic efforts in his home state of New Jersey with the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation. Over a nourishing meal in his home state at Soul Kitchen, Jon shares the hard-earned wisdom of a life on stage and how his journey has truly come full circle.
Lindsey Vonn is a World Champion alpine skier having won 82 World Cup championships, the most of any woman in the world. In 2010, she won the Gold medal for downhill skiing for the US Women's team and is considered one of the most decorated and winningest skiers of all time. Over the flavors of her favorite restaurant in Miami, Carbone Miami, Lindsey shares the psychology of a champion, her long and winding path in the world of skiing and how her purpose and mission has evolved into one of service through the Lindsey Vonn Foundation.
Elizabeth Smart gained International attention when at the age of 14 she was abducted from her home and held kept captive for nine months. Her horrific experience and the healing that took place after has lead her to create the Elizabeth Smart Foundation. She is a child safety advocate and passionate activist for children having supported the Adam Walsh Act, the Amber Alert system and sexual predator legislation. She works tirelessly to support legislation and school programs that educate and inform about sexual abuse. From a table at her favorite restaurant in Salt Lake City Utah, Elizabeth shares her incredible journey and the moment she learned her unique "why".
O is for Opposite - When Ms. O gets trapped in a mirror, an opposite Ms. O enters the real world. Curriculum: Data analysis and graphing; Prediction and probability.Agent Oksana's Kitchen Nightmares - The agents try to resolve a disagreement between Ms. O and Oksana. Curriculum: Estimation; Skip counting.
The kids offer to help Cora's mom by becoming Skillsville Game Testers. How will they remember all the bugs in the game? / Rae will need to listen to what the Beeples want as she takes on the role of an Interior Designer.
While in the Arctic, Martin and Chris are on a mission to discover how animals move around in different environments. Their new knowledge comes in handy when they discover that Zach Varmitech has kidnapped a Walrus calf and a Polar bear cub. The Wild Kratts team must do what it takes to return the baby animals to their mothers.Science Concepts: Buoyancy, Traction.
Chris and Martin are taking Aviva's sub prototype out for a test drive when it gets sucked into a battle between a Sperm whale and Giant squid, spiraling down into the depths. The brothers want to follow, but their damaged sub can't take that kind of pressure. Aviva develops whale and squid Creature Power Suits, so the brothers can go where no sub has gone before.Science Concept: Pressure is force applied to an area.
When the neighborhood garbage truck malfunctions, Lyla and Stu step in to save the day. / Lyla and Louisa take a ride on the city bus and accidentally lose Stu in the process!
After coming out victorious against The Soil, Water and Plant Stealers, The Nature-tastic Four feel nature-tastic, and ready for a well-earned afternoon of fun and relaxation. Well, all but Nature Cat. He feels like he didn't help Plant Bunny, Water Mouse and Rock Dog out during their "battle" with The Stealers. He begins to doubt himself because he doesn't have the powers the others have. Has he ever really helped out the Nature-tastic Four?! Meanwhile, an outer space creature from the Planet Twylo named Sandos has come down to Earth with one thing on her devious mind, to steal the power sources from the Nature-tastic Four. She wants the power of Plant Bunny, Rock Dog and Water Mouse for herself. What about Nature Cat's power? Nah! He has no power! Or so Sandos thinks. But when the others lose their power and nature needs defending, only one will rise to the occasion and come through! Nature Cat!
AJ builds a gadget to help people understand Fur Blur's squeaks. But, the gadget misfires and makes people squeak instead of talk. Sparks' Crew must find ways to communicate information non-verbally in order to locate and reverse the gadget. Curriculum: There are many ways to communicate information including verbally, acting things out, writing, and making noise. / Sparks Crew wants to make their own theme song, but they have no musical instruments. How can they find a way to make sounds of different pitches? Curriculum: The pitch of a sound can be changed when the object changes in size, length, or liquid volume.
Digit is going on his annual visit to Mermaidos, an underwater cybersite filled with merfolk, to visit one of his best friends in the whole cyber-world-Eugene. The two of them are great buddies who love to play underwater games, frolic with fish, and do other wacky water things in this idyllic underwater paradise. When Digit arrives, something is wrong. Mermaidos is murky and warm and the fish are leaving in droves. Digit feels terrible for his pal Eugene and promises to do what he can to make things right. It turns out Hacker has put a plan in motion to turn Mermaidos into his own personal hot tub! He is making the water hotter and hotter, raising the temperature to a hot 100 cyber-degrees- a temperature that would make Mermaidos uninhabitable for the Mermaidians and force them to move out. It is up to Digit and the CyberSquad to stop Hacker's plan, reverse the thermal pollution and help save Eugene's home.
"Stinky Fruit" In Bangkok, Leo thinks he needs to like the taste of the very strong-smelling durian fruit to be a great chef. "Kick It Good" Andy wants to play ball with kids in Thailand, but thinks they're playing all wrong! He learns that sports from around the world are sometimes similar, but different, but also just as good.
Based on the popular Scholastic book series by Norman Bridwell about the lovable oversized canine with his head in the clouds but four paws planted firmly on the ground, Clifford presents a larger-than-life view of the world. With his loving human, Emily Elizabeth, and dog pals, Cleo and T-Bone, Clifford inhabits a colorful island community, inviting viewers on a fun-filled journey through childhood, navigating the dips and curves along the way. CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG emphasizes good citizenship and the importance of community. Each episode concludes with a component of Clifford's Big Ideas - 10 different attributes children learn to embrace - which leaves them with something to think about and practice in their lives.
Sam and Julia are on their way home from Rose�s doggy school. Julia�s been training Rose and shows Elmo a hide-and-seek trick. Elmo wants to play hide-and-seek with Tango too. Sam and Julia help Elmo teach Tango teach the trick with three parts: sit, stay, and find. When Elmo tells Tango to sit, she listens and sits. Elmo starts exclaiming "Tango�s sitting! Tango�s sitting!" Sam notices Elmo jumping up and down and laughing a lot. Elmo has so much energy and feels excited to teach Tango that he can�t focus. Sam and Julia show Elmo how to take a slow deep breath and do the wet dog wiggle to shake out the extra excited energy. Elmo�s body feels calmer and he�s ready to use his gentle voice and quiet body to teach Tango. Tango successfully learns the trick and plays hide-and-seek with Elmo.
When Pinkalicious injures herself in ballet, her new friend Abby teaches her how to dance in a different way! / Peter thinks his favorite hat helps him make choices. But what will happen when he loses it? How will he make up his mind?
It's Halloween at the farm and Zee and MacBarm are excited to tell the tale of Jack O'Lantern on a haunted hayride. When the Zee Mobile gets stuck, the Mechas need to find a way to get it down so it can pull the hay cart and save Halloween./Timmy can't wait to go trick-or-treating as a Mecha T-Rex this year, but he's having trouble holding his treats in his costume. The Mechas work to make a pulley that will let him use his dino arms to collect treats all night long.
Elmo, Abby, Rudy, and Chris are going to the playground. After going down the little slide a couple times, they move on to the big slide. But Elmo's never been on the big slide before. Elmo feels excited and a little scared. Abby and Rudy share that they also felt a little scared the first time they went down the big slide too. Elmo wonders how he can get ready to try again. What if they try belly breathing? Let's try! Elmo feels a little better but he's not ready to go down the big slide yet. They try singing a song, but Elmo is still not ready. Chris understands how Elmo's feeling too. His dad held his hand the first time he went down the slide. He offers to hold Elmo's hand as he goes down the slide and whoosh he goes! Elmo doesn't feel scared anymore and is ready to go down the big slide again all by himself!
When Milo, Lofty and Lark take care of Horatio's dentist surgery, they love making sure no-one leaves without a dazzling smile! Even Crafty Mr Croc learns that going to visit the dentist is a really good thing - especially when there are stickers!
The key to a successful "Brother Day?" Make sure you ask the brother in question "Zeke" what he wants to do. / The key to being a successful waiter? Make sure to remember everyone's order, and the order of the orders!
Zeke and Louisa plan a house for Snout. (They might even get around to building it, if they can manage to stop arguing!) / "Hooray for Spring!" is the title of the video Kaya hopes to make ... once JunJun conquers his on-camera jitters.
When Daniel and O are playing post office, their wagon breaks. They look around and find something else to use./Jodi and Nana see Teacher Harriet and Max playing with a homemade boat. Jodi uses things she finds in nature to make one, too.
"Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood" is an animated series with live-action interstitials. Fred Rogers' original Neighborhood of Make Believe is recreated in vibrant color and texture; his signature puppet Daniel Striped Tiger is transformed into a curious and playful 4-year-old joined by his friends O the Owl, Prince Wednesday, Katerina Kittycat and Miss Elaina. The series curriculum is school-readiness and social-emotional learning, and each preschool themed episode offers a musical strategy for children and parents to use together.
Carl's medium-sized fuchsia yo-yo is missing from his collection! The Lost and Found Detectives are on the case - time to look for clues. / A rainy day changes Carl's pool day plans and he's stuck inside - now what is he going to do?
For more than 75 years, generations of young children have been charmed by the literary adventures of Curious George. Based on the best-selling Curious George books by Margret and H. A. Rey, the daily series expands George's world to include a host of colorful new characters and original locales, while maintaining the charm of the beloved books. Each half-hour episode includes two animated stories, followed by short live-action pieces showing real kids who are investigating the ideas that George introduces in his stories. The series aims to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them.
Panda is sad when an exciting holiday on Planet Purple is over. With Donkey by his side, he finds happy moments in a plain old day. /Rockstar Penguin asks Donkey and Panda to make up a dance for her song, but they have different ideas for the moves.
Uh oh! Donkey and Panda have different ideas for how to celebrate Best Friends Day together. Can they find a compromise?/The pals are ready to make big art, but they get stuck to a big, gooey glue bottle! Can they solve their sticky problem?
The Unsinkable Lynx - It's a very snowy day and Elinor, Ari and Olive meet a new friend, Gael the lynx, who has just moved to Animal Town. The kids decide to play some fun SNOW TAG, and it quickly becomes clear that Gael is a master at the game. He moves impossibly fast in the snow. How does he do it? After some careful observations, the kids discover that Gael's paws are much wider than theirs, which helps him walk on top of the snow instead of sinking down into it. This discovery inspires the kids to make their own wide snowshoes!Rocky the Rock - Ari spots a funny looking rock with a smile on it and decides to make it his new friend, Rocky. When it's time for a snack, Ari notices that Rocky doesn't eat anything, which makes him worried. How will Ari take care of his friend Rocky? Enlisting the help of his friends, they wonder, are rocks alive? They make observations about what living things do and compare them to what Rocky does, which sparks a lively class debate. The kids decide that rocks are not alive, but that they can still be friends with nature.
The Fuentes Family gets a hammock from Abuela, but the kids must set up rules to keep things fair. / Tia baked Iggy a dino cake for his birthday, but Rosie and Javi break her rule of not touching the cake, and now it's smushed.
Rosie & Javi try to find a way to transport a watermelon from her house to the park for the family picnic. / Rosie offers to build a dino cave for Iggy, but first she needs to transport all the materials they'll need.
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
When Alma and her family travel to Puerto Rico to visit Papi's family, Alma can't wait to dance Bomba on the beach! But her dancing plans are put on hold when an unmarked package containing a beautiful Bomba skirt is dropped in front of her Bisabuela's home. Alma, Papi, and her cousin Yvette go on a quest throughout the San Juan-Lonza area to find the owner. Can they return the skirt to its owner and still get to the beach in time?
It's Alma's great-grandmother's 100th birthday! Alma wants to find Bisabuela the perfect gift. But even though she can think of all kinds of things that Bisabuela likes, none of them are quite right. Alma has got to think hard about what Bisabuela would love to receive more than anything else.
Lyla figures out how to do a magic trick with clues from her neighbor, Miss Emmaline. / Luke finds a puppy and has to figure out what the puppy wants by watching and listening to it.
Carl has agreed to play the accordion for George's puppet show. But his routines are getting in the way of rehearsals. Now George must decide: keep Carl and risk the show, or replace Carl and risk his friendship? Educational Objective: George learns that, even though Carl has autism, he can still be relied upon to make a creative contribution.Buster enlists Binky's help to keep him from gorging on delicious Tuvaluna cookies. Will Buster's self-control hold...or crumble? Educational Objective: Buster learns the importance of self-control.
Rookie Night - It's party time for all the new agents at Odd Squad. Curriculum: Temperature: Using a thermometer; Associating different climates/seasons with degrees.Who Let The Doug Out? - Delivery Doug needs help with an egg situation.
Entrepreneur Cora opens a lemonade stand and makes a plan with Dev and Rae to grow her business. / As a Hairstylist, Rae focuses on giving her customers the haircuts and colors they want.
While doing their annual Laundry Day, the Kratt brothers disagree on what'' better: blue oceans or green forests. Can the gang get Martin and Chris back in sync in time to save Planet Earth from Zach and Paisley Paver's villainous plans?
Lyla figures out how to do a magic trick with clues from her neighbor, Miss Emmaline. / Luke finds a puppy and has to figure out what the puppy wants by watching and listening to it.
Nature Cat and his pals realize they've come to the end of their Nature Curiosity List. Meanwhile, Sir Galahad gives himself the title of King and moves into a barren castle and steals pieces of nature to make his castle look more beautiful. Oh no!
There's a big surprise in store for Mr. Sparks: He will be receiving the "Hero Teacher of the Year" award! His heroic students want to make everything special for the big celebration, and that includes making a cake. But, will Sparks' Crew be able to keep the party a surprise while they figure out the right mixture for the cake batter? Curriculum: If you mix materials together, the properties of the mixture may not be the same as the properties of the materials themselves. / Invisigirl (a former student) likes to use her invisibility to play jokes, but a joke has unintended consequences when she makes a cake invisible, and then can't find it! The team tries to track it down via their sense of smell, but will it be enough to find the cake? Curriculum: Humans have five senses they use to gather information about the world around them. They can use that information to solve problems.
It's Giving Thanks Day in Cyberspace! The CyberSquad is excited to celebrate together with a meal featuring Jackie's famous pumpkin pie. But, there's a big problem-all the pristine produce in Cornucopia is sold out for the season! The last customer was none other than... Hacker. Hacker is busy preparing his own spectacular meal, but he refuses to share any extra fruits and vegetables. With only unwanted, dented, and bruised produce left at the farm, can the CyberSquad pull off a successful Giving Thanks Day feast? Or is there more to food than meets the eye?
"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.
Rosie & Javi try to find a way to transport a watermelon from her house to the park for the family picnic. / Rosie offers to build a dino cave for Iggy, but first she needs to transport all the materials they'll need.
Inspired by the best-selling kids book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by New York Times bestselling author Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos, XAVIER RIDDLE AND THE SECRET MUSEUM follows the adventures of Xavier, Yadina and Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures like Marie Curie, Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson when they were kids. Each adventure will help young viewers make the connection between the skills that made these historical figures heroes and those same qualities within themselves, helping them discover that they, too, can change the world.
When Alma and her family travel to Puerto Rico to visit Papi's family, Alma can't wait to dance Bomba on the beach! But her dancing plans are put on hold when an unmarked package containing a beautiful Bomba skirt is dropped in front of her Bisabuela's home. Alma, Papi, and her cousin Yvette go on a quest throughout the San Juan-Lonza area to find the owner. Can they return the skirt to its owner and still get to the beach in time?
It's Alma's great-grandmother's 100th birthday! Alma wants to find Bisabuela the perfect gift. But even though she can think of all kinds of things that Bisabuela likes, none of them are quite right. Alma has got to think hard about what Bisabuela would love to receive more than anything else.
Lyla figures out how to do a magic trick with clues from her neighbor, Miss Emmaline. / Luke finds a puppy and has to figure out what the puppy wants by watching and listening to it.
Carl has agreed to play the accordion for George's puppet show. But his routines are getting in the way of rehearsals. Now George must decide: keep Carl and risk the show, or replace Carl and risk his friendship? Educational Objective: George learns that, even though Carl has autism, he can still be relied upon to make a creative contribution.Buster enlists Binky's help to keep him from gorging on delicious Tuvaluna cookies. Will Buster's self-control hold...or crumble? Educational Objective: Buster learns the importance of self-control.