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On their premiere date, all specials will be available at pbskids.org.
Additional WKNO/Channel 10 premiere dates and times are listed below.
May 1
Wowsabout
A new live-action 22-minute preschool special celebrating the emotion of awe.
Friday, May 1, at 11:30 a.m. on WKNO/Channel 10.
Monday, May 11, at 11:00 a.m. on WKNO/Channel 10.
Wednesday, May 20, at 12:30 p.m. on WKNO/Channel 10.
Thursday, May 28, at 7:30 p.m. on WKNO/Channel 10.
May 22
America's Awesome KIDS
A PBS KIDS initiative celebrating the 250th anniversary of the U.S. (2026) by showcasing diverse children aged 8–10, highlighting their unique hobbies, cultures, and communities
June 12
City Island: USA!
An animated PBS KIDS series of shorts focusing on civics, geography, and economics for early elementary children.
June 15
Molly of Denali — "Happy Birthday, Qyah!"
Molly and Tooey learn it's America's 250th birthday! But, hasn't Qyah been around longer than that? When they can't find the information online, Molly and Tooey join Nina and Olin on a cave exploration to find out how old Qyah really is!
June 22
Xavier Riddle Celebrates American Heroes
The themed collections highlight leaders, athletes, artists, and innovators who made a difference—from Julia Child and Mark Twain to Jackie Robinson, Billie Jean King, and the Wright Brothers—showing how ordinary kids can grow up to do extraordinary things.
July 2
Alma's Way | Celebrating America 250
As part of a wider initiative, the series, created by Fred Rogers Productions and featuring 6-year-old Alma Rivera in the Bronx, joins themed content from other PBS series celebrating U.S. history and culture.