Back to Show
Learning to Read
Wind Sock Creation and Observation | NPT3
Season 2022
Episode 17
To help learn about wind, you can make a wind sock with your kids. There's a fun Curious George video on PBS LearningMedia to help. Then you can measure the wind, record what happens, and make predictions for the future. This experience can be fun to find out whether the predictions about the wind near your home are right, and it's a great way to help your kids learn about the world around them.
Sign up now for inspiring and thought-provoking media delivered straight to your inbox.
Support Provided By

1:24
Learn how to spot media bias and compare different perspectives on the same story.

1:30
Discover how algorithms influence what kids watch and why it’s important to stay aware.

1:10
Protect kids online from unwanted inappropriate content with the RANT method.

1:15
Learn how to help kids distinguish real life from fiction.

1:04
Learn why limiting screen time is important and how to do it in a simple manner.

1:04
Reading signs can make for great literacy practice.

1:04
It's never too early to encourage kids to write their own stories.

1:04
Arts and crafts allow children to develop their creativity.

1:04
Combining music, video and literacy can make learning to read more engaging for kids.

1:04
Using sign language increases a child’s vocabulary and helps them remember words.

1:04
The connection between music and literacy builds a strong foundation for joyful learning.

1:04
Gelatin is a fun item to use for sensory play.