| Hi, As schools start back up, that means our Summer of Learning is coming to an end. We want to thank you for using KQED as a resource this Summer. And hope we helped you keep the learners in your life engaged and entertained. It’s unclear exactly what schools will be like ahead. So we want to reassure you that KQED will still be here for you. Keep scrolling for a Summer of Learning wrap up, information about continuing educational resources, and your final news for grown ups section. |
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For Little Kids  How many times do little kids ask you to read the same book over and over again? If the answer is “too many,” let PBS KIDS Read-Alongs make your life easier. Just hit replay while celebrities and creators like Michelle Obama, Tim Gunn, and Kristen Bell read aloud their favorite children’s books. Today we have Angela Santomero (creator of Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood) reading “Daniel’s New Friend.” Join us for a new storytime each week at 9am PST on the PBS KID’s Facebook page or YouTube channel. |
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For Big Kids (ages 9+) Our Summer Family Learning blog series concludes! We hope the playlists and activity ideas have kept your teens and tweens learning while having fun. Check out previews of the final two blog posts below. And go here to access all of them whenever you want to relive Summer 2020!
Playlist #5: Family Summer Reading List for Unusual Times
Family Summer Reading List for Unusual Times: Between the pandemic, protests, and politics, books that help young people understand the world and find distraction are more important than ever. That’s why Jeffrey Brown (the Library of Congress’ ambassador for young people’s literature) put together a summer reading list that reflects these times. The kids will read about topics like Blackness, uncertain times, and summer escapes with empathy and humanity. Then build up vocabulary and reading comprehension with interactive activities and games.
YouTube Playlist #6: Explore Youth Voices
Explore Youth Voices: Need thoughtful young adults to add to your distance learning pod? Let this playlist introduce you to some Gen Z-ers who arent afraid to speak up on issues that matter to them. Check out their perspectives on everything from sleep deprivation and gender identity to the Coronavirus’ effect on college. Plus ways to amplify your kid’s voice in your local communities and the world in the blog. |
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Let's Talk About Election 2020 Just because your kid might not be able to vote, doesn’t mean they don’t have thoughts about Election 2020. Actually, today’s youth are well aware that policies decided this Fall will affect them profoundly. That’s why KQED came up with Let’s Talk About Election 2020 - a project that empowers middle and high school students to add their voices to the national discussion. We have invited young people to share their honest perspectives and authentic experiences that span the political spectrum. Check out some of the local audio and video commentaries that have been published so far on topics like healthcare, college affordability, police brutality, and climate change. Amplify youth voice in your community by sharing these clips with family and friends. If your kid is itching to participate in the national conversation, share this program page with their teachers to bring the project to your school. |  | | College Affordability | | Lincoln (Abraham) High School, San Francisco |
 | | The Earth is Warming | | Union Middle, San Jose |
|  | | Police Brutality | | Foothill High, Pleasanton |
 | | Affordable Healthcare | | Herman (Leonard) Intermediate, San Jose |
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Just For You You did it! You got the kids through a Summer like no other, and you’ve earned a break. Kick back and catch up on some KQED stories that have been trending recently. And if you’ve enjoyed this adults’ news section, watch our Instagram stories every Friday for round ups of the week’s hottest news and top beats. |  |
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