When parents watch these shows with their children, the benefits are even more far reaching. CPB's Ready to Learn program has taken these findings to heart. As described in this Annual Report, the program connects literacy and learning to as many facets of a child's life as possible. It helps families stay better connected and encourages communities to be part of the support network. Children enter school ready to explore new dimensions an learning.
Computers are a big part of that next step.
School may be the first place some children move a mouse, double-click and make a monitor come to life. Curious kids can click on facts while their minds formulate answers or new questions you ask. CPB is committed to this next phase in education by helping school systems gain online access, showing teachers how public broadcasting programs can enrich their curricula, and even connecting children to teachers on a math homework help line. With a network of 1,000 stations that reach 99 percent of American homes, public broadcasting is uniquely positioned to bring information to all citizens.