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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.

Read, Write, Grow! A spring literacy tour from WCMU and The Michigan Learning Channel.

This spring, WCMU Public Media and the Michigan Learning Channel are hitting the road with a celebration built for curious minds and growing imaginations.

Read, Write, Grow! is a hands-on literacy experience designed for young learners and their families—bringing together books, creativity, and interactive activities that make learning feel like play.

Themed books available at Petoskey District Library
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Themed books available at Petoskey District Library

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.

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.