More free holiday fun with WSKG and Sciencenter in Ithaca

Hello Friends,

We hope you’ve been enjoying the holidays. Arthur, along with everyone in Elwood City, wishes you a wonderful holiday season!

You still have time to make plans and meet WSKG Education at Forecast Fest at the Sciencenter in Ithaca on Tuesday, December 30th, from 10 AM to 5 PM. Admission is free.

You can meet Lily Hunter, from the new PBS KIDS show, Weather Hunters. Plus, an appearance by local meteorologist Rhonda Lee. Both will be available from 11AM to 1PM.

There will also be screenings of Weather Hunters episodes, plus craft activities you can take home.

We look forward to meeting you at this free event!

Grades K-5

Little Resolutions for a Big Year!

Kick off the New Year with a WSKG Kids resolutions worksheet for grades K–5! This fun activity encourages kindness, curiosity, and positive goal-setting—core PBS KIDS values to start the year strong.

Download Printable: New Year Reflections

Grades K-5

Think it Through with Lyla in the Loop

Help kids build problem-solving skills with Lyla in the Loop using the WSKG Kids slide deck and reproducible activities! Centered on everyday morning routines, these resources guide children through thinking, planning, and trying solutions—just like Lyla—while reinforcing key PBS KIDS values such as perseverance, curiosity, and teamwork.

Download Printables: Problem Solving with Lyla & My Morning Routines

Grades 6-12

Celebrating Differences, Strengthening Communities

Help students explore how unique life experiences shape values, interests, and choices. By learning about their own and others’ differences, students discover how diversity strengthens our democracy and builds vibrant, resilient communities. For grades 6–12.

Find the lesson plan and reproducible resources on PBS LearningMedia.

Resources Here

Grades 9-12

Start the New Year with Goals and Growth

Help students reflect on their achievements and set meaningful goals for the year ahead. This discussion encourages self-awareness, personal growth, and planning for success—skills that build confidence and resilience. Explore goal-setting and life skills resources for teens on PBS LearningMedia.

Resources Here

WSKG Student Writing Challenge 2026

WSKG Education is now accepting submissions for the annual event celebrating student creativity in fiction, non-fiction, and poetry.

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Weather Hunters - Weather Explorer | PBS KIDS

Help Lily navigate changes in her environment as she heads out on adventures in all kinds of weather, including snow, rain, wind and fog!

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