Keep Learning this Summer with Austin PBS
Posted on June 2, 2026
Keep learning all summer long with Austin PBS by exploring brand-new shows and games designed to spark curiosity and inspire creativity!
Literacy

Phoebe and Jay: This all-new show, focused on environmental print, has even more new episodes coming in July. We love the Signs and Seek Game to keep kids curious!

Molly of Denali: Join Molly and friends on their adventures in Alaska. “Happy Birthday Qyah,” a special two-part episode, premieres June 15th.
Math

Count on June Bug: This new short series has both episodes and games for early math learning. For more advanced fun, check out the Odd Squad Elevator Antics game.
History

Xavier Riddle Celebrates American Heroes: Follow the adventures of Xavier and his friends as they tackle everyday problems by traveling back in time! This special premieres June 22nd.
Civics

America’s Awesome Kids: All new series of mini-docs showcasing kids from coast-to-coast, revealing what is special about where they live!

City Island: USA!: In the town of City Island, everything is alive! Join Watt the lightbulb and all his friends as they visit landmarks in each of the five U.S. regions where the landmarks speak for themselves, sharing first-hand accounts of their history and special contributions to the United States. -June 12

Alma’s Way: Alma, a proud Puerto Rican girl speaks directly to the audience in her "Think Through" moments, where she learns to think for herself, make decisions, and understand other people’s points of view. New shorts from Fred Rogers Productions celebrating America’s 250th birthday! July 2

Alma in OZ: This new program premieres July 13th as a 22-minute musical special from the PBS Kids animated series Alma's Way. In the story, Alma tells her brother Junior a colorful Wizard of Oz-inspired tale to cheer him up after a tonsillectomy.
Nature

Wowsabout!: From the Jim Henson Company, this family-friendly adventure set is in Sequoia National Park. The vibrant half-hour special follows Roxy and Ronald as they explore the emotion of awe on their first camping trip together.
Science

Lyla in the Loop: Lyla Loops and her blue sidekick, Stu, use creative problem-solving and critical thinking to help their family, friends, and community! New episodes air this June.