“Curiosity is a natural part of art,” says Melodee Strong, the visual arts art teacher at Franklin Middle School in North Minneapolis. If you attended our September Second Saturday event, you may have painted along with Ms. Strong as she demonstrated some super funky watercolor techniques using basic household items. She told Second Saturday artists to ask themselves: What would happen if I did this? Adding, "Watercolor is a great medium for exploring!” Read More
CAMP TV went local, showcasing science experiments and discoveries from our hometown’s Science Museum of Minnesota, local science teachers, and 3M’s Visiting Wizards! Check out the special local segments below and try experiments at home using the recommended activities! Read More
Why do kids ask so many “why” questions? Asking why helps kids explore and make sense of their world. Each time they ask this question, they may be learning something new, like a new word, a new skill, or a new perspective. Read More
Kids are natural engineers. They wonder how and why things happen, and like to build and demolish things – even when you’d rather they didn’t! Channel that natural curiosity into hands-on learning with engineering videos and activities for the entire family. Read More
TPT Passport is constantly adding new shows to make sure our members have access to high-quality content on demand. Get a first look at new programs below and a list of shows that are leaving soon. Read More
As summer winds down, many students and their parents are feeling those first day of school jitters. The uncertainty of what the COVID-19 pandemic may hold for Minnesota families this school year also amplifies those feelings. Twin Cities PBS is proud to introduce TPT Learn, an initiative that highlights high-quality, trusted educational media and aligned resources. We are excited to support families, children and educators as they prepare for an unprecedented year of learning. Read More
Once called “Minnesota’s hippest history teacher” by the Star Tribune, Daniel Bergin has been TPT’s leading history filmmaker for the last decade. Read More
Are you dreaming of cheese curds, all the things on a stick, Midway rides or the Princess Kay of the Milky Way butter sculpture? You're not alone! Read More
CAMP TV goes local next week! Tune in to CAMP TV on TPT2 at 9 am on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday next week to catch science experiments and discoveries from our hometown’s Science Museum of Minnesota, local science teachers, and 3M’s Visiting Wizards! Read More
