Mystery Character Comes to Arthur's Elwood City

The new season of Arthur brings a new character to Elwood City! She's from Louisiana and has a gift for gab. The Arthur team has posted this mystery image on Facebook today:

Next week, the team will post a full character reveal. "Like" Arthur on Facebook to find out who this new mystery character is!

The new season of Arthur premieres on Rhode Island PBS on Monday, October 15 at 4 PM.

Visit Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood weekdays at 6:30AM on Rhode Island PBS

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood joins the weekday children's lineup on Rhode Island PBS beginning Monday, September 3rd at 6:30 A.M.

This new animated series comes to PBS Kids from the Fred Rogers Company and brings together a group of today’s leading creators of children’s media and educational technology. Fred Rogers revolutionized children's media with Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, and  Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood continues on this path of innovation, helping the next generation of young children learn and grow in new ways. The series is developed by the Fred Rogers Company with Angela Santomero, cofounder of Out of the Blue Enterprises and the creative force behind the PBS KIDS literacy series SUPER WHY!

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood tells its relatable stories using musical strategies grounded in Fred Rogers’ landmark curriculum, and its catchy songs give parents and children a concrete way to practice important social and emotional skills together.

A vibrant animated series for preschoolers ages 2-4, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood features the "children" of the original, beloved Neighborhood of Make-Believe characters from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood. The 4-year-old Daniel Tiger talks directly to his young audience, inviting them into his colorful world. Daniel is joined by his friends O the Owl, Katerina Kittycat, Prince Wednesday and Miss Elaina. Together, through imagination, creativity and music, they learn the key social skills necessary for school and for life.

The series tells engaging stories about this curious preschooler and is accompanied by cross-platform games and activities for the very youngest children, together with online resources for parents and teachers.

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Where in the World is Wizbee?

Summer is here, and that means more outdoor activities with family and friends. WSBE Rhode Island PBS, your local public television station, invites you to take us with you where ever you go this summer.

You're probably asking yourself, 'How can I take my public TV station with me on vacation?'

It's easy, really - take Wizbee, the WSBE bird! And then tell us, "Where in the World is Wizbee?"

Wizbee, named for the station's call letters, WSBE, is ready to accompany you anywhere - to the beach, the park, the zoo, the museum, the backyard cook out - every where you are,  Wizbee's with you!

Simply print and cut out Wizbee, attach with tape or glue to a popsicle stick or tongue depressor, grab the kids and your camera, and Wizbee is ready for a little wing-flapping or to pose for a close-up. We promise Wizbee will be the perfect pal - quiet, polite, and patient... no air- or car-sickness, no drink stops or bathroom breaks, and you'll never hear that haunting back-seat question, 'Are we there yet?'  

We invite you to share with us Wizbee's adventures with you. Take a picture with Wizbee - don't forget to include yourself in the shot - and let us know, "Where in the World is Wizbee?" Hint: Wizbee loves local Ocean State and Bay state locations but, hey, it's a big world - you decide! 

Wizbee will be out and about through Columbus Day, so feel free to update your fun as often as you'd like.  You can email your electronic pictures in jpeg format to us here. Please include your name, home city/town, and where in the world the picture was taken. A few sentences about Wizbee's and your experience are also welcome. : )

Follow our Bird on the Wire blog for updates about where Wizbee is spotted, and check us out on Facebook. Anywhere that's most convenient, post your pictures and "vacation log" of Wizbee's adventures. Imaginative pictures may be included in Wizbee's video scrapbook on YouTube. You'll also be entered into random drawings throughout the summer for cool summer fun prizes. More details to follow... 

We give you the wings - how you fly is up to you! So, Where in the World is Wizbee?  Why, Wizbee's with you! From everyone at WSBE, your local public television station, have a fun and safe summer. 

Mr. Steve! SteveSongs Comes to Theatre By The Sea

Mr. Steve from PBS Kids is bringing his high energy musical show - SteveSongs - to the Theatre By The Sea in Matunuck, on Friday July 13 for two shows, 10 a.m. and 12 noon.

With great melodies and clever stories, SteveSongs is fun for children and grown-ups alike!

TEN lucky RI PBS Kids Club families will see the show for free in this exclusive members-only offer. Simply register HERE to enter a random drawing to win a family four-pack of tickets, a $40 value! Entry deadline is MONDAY, July 9, so hop aboard.

Not a member? Not a problem! To enroll your child now or to renew a lapsed membership, please click here.