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The Ready To Learn initiative offers families free, high-quality educational resources they can use to support their children's learning and development in ways that work best for them. By providing this kind of accessible content, Ready To Learn empowers parents and caregivers, especially those in under-resourced communities, to help their children build strong school readiness skills. These early learning experiences are especially impactful for children with the greatest needs, who often experience the most significant growth when given the right support.
For over 30 years, the Ready To Learn grant—funded by the U.S. Department of Education—has supported the creation of educational television and digital media for young children and their families, with a focus on those from low-income communities. In partnership with Congress, CPB, and PBS, the initiative continues to blend proven methods with innovative strategies to engage children wherever they live, play, and learn. For more information:
Local PBS stations work with diverse community partners as part of a network of Learning Neighborhoods devoted to supporting the early learning needs of children in underserved communities. Additionally, state-level partnerships extend the reach of Ready To Learn resources across Tennessee.
The Education Development Center (EDC) leads research assessing the success of this five-year initiative, ensuring continuous improvement and measurable outcomes
This effort also empowers and equips parents, caregivers, and communities to support children's learning and growth in these areas, putting children on a path to lifetime success.
Tennessee PBS’s Role in Ready To Learn
Tennessee PBS’s Role in Ready To Learn
As part of this national initiative, WCTE PBS plays a vital role in extending the impact of Ready To Learn throughout Tennessee. By partnering with TN PBS stations, community organizations, educators, and families, we distribute innovative and effective multi-platform learning tools that:
Enhance math, literacy, and science learning
Improve children’s school readiness
Foster a lifelong interest in learning
Support the use of educational media in the classroom and early learning settings
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