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WCMU Family. On TV and online at wcmu.org. Partnering with PBS Kids and the Michigan Learning Channel. A cartoon family sits on a maroon couch.

WCMU family is a trusted resource for parents, children, classrooms, and communities, to guide childhood development throughout Michigan. With content highlighting community leaders, trusted PBS resources, and reliable communication with families, we support parents and children from 2-years-old through graduation.

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Dr. Anna and Baker Aker’s Memory Book
Dr. Anna and Baker Aker share their photo album of their memories while on a picnic
Happy Birthday from Daniel Tiger!
Daniel sings a special birthday song to Tigey (and you!)
Mr. McFeely's Surprise Delivery
Mr. McFeely shares how he sorts the mail at the post office.
Trolley Tunes: I'm Proud of You
Daniel Tiger and his family sing on a snowy ride on Trolley through the neighborhood.
Prince Wednesday’s Pet Rock
Prince Wednesday introduces us to his Pet Rock!
Miss Elaina's Backwards Game
Miss Elaina shows how she plays a backwards game on Backwards Day.
"I Just Like to Be With You" Song
A song about liking to be with your friends, no matter what you're doing!
O Visits Fairytale Bathrooms
O imagines that he can go see all types of fairytale bathrooms!
Jodi Uses the Potty at a Concert
Jodi is at the neighborhood concert and learns how she can use an outdoor bathroom there!
Coconut Swirl
When there are no bananas to make banana swirl, Daniel and Mom make coconut swirl instead!

For Parents

PBS Parent Resources

Explore parent resouces to help you raise kind, curious and resilient children.

PBS Parents Play & Learn

PBS' first app designed specifically for parents, PBS Parents Play & Learn provides more than a dozen games parents can play with their children

PBS KIDS YouTube Channel

PBS KIDS for Parents YouTube channel is the spot for family-friendly videos including original series and playlists for kids. From cooking to crafting to learning and laughter, these shows are designed with your family in mind.

For Educators

Michigan Learning Channel

The Michigan Learning Channel (MLC) is a statewide public television partnership offering instructional content to support the education of students and to provide alternative resources for families and teachers.

PBS Learning Media

WCMU and PBS have curated FREE, standards-aligned videos, interactives, lesson plans, and more for teachers like you.

PBS Education

We believe that the greatest teachers ignite a love of learning and a sense of possibility that motivates students to reach their full potential.

Meet Paula! The WCMU Public Media Education Engagement Coordinator

"I feel beyond blessed to be the newest member of the WCMU Public Media family. As Education Engagement Coordinator, I get the privilege of sharing Michigan Learning Channel and PBS Kids resources with families and educators alike to support learning across central and northern Michigan through programs like InPact, Math Mights, and Read, Write, ROAR."

Contact: (989) 774-1542 or email denni1pl@cmich.edu.