Hero Elementary
“Hero Elementary” is a school for budding superheroes, where kids learn to master their powers, like flying and teleportation, while exploring science along the way! The series aims to give children ages 4 to 7 the tools to solve problems by thinking and acting like scientists and sparking their natural curiosity and empathy. Learn More About the Show
Articles
Use the Superpowers of Science to Play and Learn
The Superpowers of Science in Hero Elementary help kids play with science. Here's how to put those into practice!
5 Engaging Questions to Discover Your Child’s Thinking
Inspired by Hero Elementary, here are five engaging questions that will help your child think and talk about their experiences as they explore.
Meet the Hero Elementary Autistic Character
AJ Gadgets on the PBS KIDS series "Hero Elementary" is a boy who happens to be on the autism spectrum. Learn more about him from a dad who knows what it's like to have a child with autism.
Authentically Including Diversity In Hero Elementary
There is a lot of research supporting the impact of diverse media representation, especially on children. Here's how the creators of Hero Elementary weaved in diversity while making it.
How Media Can Positively Impact Children's Perceptions of Autism
In a new study, researchers saw that media has the power to positively change children’s understanding and views about autism. Here's how the PBS KIDS' series, "Hero Elementary," does so.
3 Ways Kids Can Be Heroes in Real Life
“Sparks’ Crew to the rescue!” We love to watch the Sparks' Crew save the day in “Hero Elementary.” But what does it take to be a hero? And how can you help your child take heroic action? Here are three ways your child can be a hero.
Hands-On Activities
Exploring Hot and Cold Changes
You and your child can investigate what happens when you heat solid materials and then cool the materials.
Push, Slide, Bounce! Make Your Own Mini-Golf Game
You and your child can explore the science how things move with this exciting game.
Which Objects Can Balance?
Predict which kinds of shapes can balance, then test it out and observe what happens!
Printables
Storytelling Puppets
Color and cut out the Hero Elementary character puppets to act out stories.
Recycled Superhero Wrist Cuffs
Make your own Hero Elementary superhero wrist cuffs from empty toilet paper rolls.
Sparks' Crew Coloring Page
Color in the Sparks Crew from Hero Elementary!
Gadget Gurus
AJ Gadgets makes super tools from everyday items. Create your own gadget from recyclable materials.
Scavenger Hunt
Play this fun game with your child to help them learn about the properties of different materials.
Bubble Up! Make Your Own Bubble Mix
Make a bubble mix at home for some outdoor fun!
Games
Super Seasons Snapshots
In this online game, your child can explore a park to learn how animals and plants change during spring, summer, fall and winter. Use the camera feature to snap a photo of each animal to earn Hero Elementary badges.
Treehouse Trouble
Learn to build treehouses with the kids from Hero Elementary!
AJs Recycle Rescue
It's time to recycle and reuse items in this game from Hero Elementary. Your child can help A.J. clean up wood, rope and other items from the park and then reuse them to build new items such as signs and basketball hoops. How many different items can you make?
Push Pull Puzzles
Fur Blur need help getting to her snack. Can you make a path for her?
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