PBS KIDS Celebrates Key Anniversaries of "Arthur", "Cyberchase"

PBS KIDS, a family-friendly pubcaster in the United States, celebrates important anniversaries for two of its beloved animated series by toasting these favorite cartoons with new content, marathons and more.

PBS KIDS and GBH Kids announced it Arthur, the iconic Peabody- and Emmy-winning series, based on Marc Brown's best-selling books, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a special marathon, including four new episodes, culminating in a long-awaited finale that takes a look what's in store for the future of these beloved characters.

The marathon will feature more than 250 consecutive movie episodes and specials on the 24/7 PBS KIDS channel and live streaming, as well as the PBS KIDS YouTube channel from February 16 at 9:00 am EST to February 21 at 17:00 pm. EAST. The four all-new episodes will air on PBS stations (check local listings) and stream for free on PBS KIDS on February 21, concluding the show's 25th and final television season.

"For over 25 years, Arthur and his friends have made viewers learn and grow through their realistic experiences," said Sara DeWitt, senior vice president and general manager of PBS KIDS. "We can't wait to debut these episodes and introduce new ones Arthur content that will give fans more ways to interact with their favorite awning.

Arthur is the longest-running children's animated series on TV and is known for teaching kindness, empathy and inclusion through daily adventures and many game-changing moments. In the new episodes, Arthur and his friends solve a mystery, watch a silent movie, find out what it's like to be a journalist, learn how to help a grieving friend, go on a family vacation, and get an idea of ​​their future from a mysterious one. future prediction game. New Arthur content will continue to launch in 2022 and beyond, including a podcast, video short films addressing current and compelling topics, and digital games. The 25 TV seasons (over 250 episodes) will continue to be available on PBS KIDS.

"It has been a privilege to work with an amazing and talented team to bring Arthur to public television audiences for more than two decades," said Carol Greenwald, Senior Executive Producer, GBH Kids. "We are excited for Arthur's next chapter: sharing the stories and experiences of Arthur and his Elwood City community on media platforms where the next generation of children and families will connect with them for years to come."

Brown, the author of the "Arthur Adventure" book series (over 65 million copies sold in the United States alone), is also publishing a new book, Believe in yourself: what we learned from Arthur (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers), January 25. “It's amazing that what began as a simple bedtime story for my son has evolved into over a hundred books and a 25-year collaboration with GBH and PBS KIDS,” Brown said. “Now more than ever the last line of my first book Arthur's nose rings true: 'There's a lot more to Arthur than his nose.' "

In the meantime, it's been 20 years - and beyond - since Computer tracking, America's longest-running math series for 6-8 year olds. The Emmy-winning animated series from the WNET group, which strengthens children's numeracy and environmental literacy, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year with new episodes and more.

"Computer tracking engages young thinkers with exciting stories that explore important mathematical and environmental concepts and illustrate creative and collaborative problem solving, "said Sandra Sheppard, executive producer of the series and Kids' Media & Education for The WNET Group." We don't see the time to celebrate this special anniversary with children and families nationwide and continue our mission to educate and entertain our audiences. "

For the occasion, a special six-person marathon Computer tracking fan-selected episodes air during "PBS KIDS Family Night", Friday January 21st to Sunday January 23rd, 19pm to 00pm. ET on the PBS KIDS channel. The marathon features classic episodes from past seasons, including the first of the series, "Lost My Marbles", along with other beloved stories like "R-Fair City", "Clock Like an Egyptian", "Inside Hacker" and more. Additionally, six special anniversary segments will air before each episode celebrating the show's characters, content and impact.

Cyberchase season 13 will premiere 10 new adventures during the "PBS KIDS Family Night," from 19pm to 00pm. ET on PBS KIDS, Friday, February 21; Friday 00 April on the occasion of Arbor Day; and in May. The new episodes find intrepid heroes, Jackie, Matt, Inez and Digit, tackling a range of timely environmental issues - from light and water pollution, invasive species and coral reefs to sustainable design, transportation, biodiversity and trees - using their math and problem-solving skills all the way to save the day. Each episode will be accompanied by live-action epilogues, titled "Cyberchase: For Real," which connect the mathematical and environmental concepts shown in the animation to the real world. A theme throughout the season is how the environment is interconnected, how one part can affect another and how even small actions can lead to big changes.

"I love playing The Hacker because he's so cocky and yet so silly," said Christopher Lloyd, who has been with the series since the beginning and reprises his Emmy-nominated role in the new season. “I feel good doing something for young people that is both imaginative and educational. When children think about how characters solve problems using logic and math, the solutions they come up with can be applied in their own lives as well. It was a wonderful experience to be part of it. "

In addition to Lloyd, the series has welcomed numerous famous guest stars over the years, including Matthew Broderick, Jane Curtin, Jasmine Guy, Tony Hawk, Marcus Samuelsson, Jaden Michael, Bebe Neuwirth, Kelly McCreary, Rico Rodriguez, Danica McKellar and Al Roker.

“We are thrilled to celebrate 20 years of Computer tracking on PBS KIDS, "DeWitt added." Children across the country continue to connect with these characters, stories and, as one viewer noted, "great ways to do math." We look forward to more great family content. ”New interactive activities and resources that support the learning objectives of the innovative series will also be launched on Computer tracking website the same month.