# Budget-Friendly Educational Programming PBS Kids Offers Free Videos That Encourage Early Learning By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-09-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pbs-kids References: [popsugar](http://www.popsugar.com/moms/Streaming-Services-Kids-37734284) & [pbskids.org](http://pbskids.org/video/) PBS Kids is not only known for its quality television programming but now offers video streaming capabilities online. In addition to popular TV titles, PBS Kids offers free kids programming and a myriad of [interactive games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leapfrog-leapmove) that encourage kids to build their memory and language skills. This [educational video platform](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funbutsmart) is ideal for young viewers and is a smart choice for parents who are looking to expose their children to valuable screen time. Parents heavy reliance on modern technology means that children are being exposed to it faster than ever before. In addition to fun and entertaining video programming, PBS Kids' ensures its channels are also educational for viewers who are [developing their reading and writing skills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/letter-leap). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Educational Video Streaming:** The rise of educational video streaming platforms presents an opportunity for businesses to create and offer interactive educational content for children. - **Valuable Screen Time:** Businesses can tap into the growing market of parents seeking educational and engaging screen time options for their children. - **Interactive Learning Games:** The demand for interactive learning games provides an opportunity for businesses to develop innovative and engaging educational games for children. ### Where This Applies - **Edtech:** The EdTech industry can leverage educational video streaming and interactive learning games to enhance early childhood education. - **Media & Entertainment:** Media and entertainment companies can incorporate educational content into their streaming platforms to cater to the growing demand for educational programming. - **Toy & Game Manufacturing:** Toy and game manufacturers can create and market interactive learning games that combine entertainment and education for children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interactive Learning Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfunhub.md) - [Educational Kid's Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/da-vinci-kids.md) - [Children’s Story Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thekidsstorycom.md) - [Personalized Child Education Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandbox-group.md) - [Screen-Free Pre-School Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learn-with-peppa-tonie.md) - [Kid-Friendly Streaming Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parental-watchlists.md) - [Virtual Learning Playgrounds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globekin.md) - [Kid-Friendly Podcast Services](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wondery.md) - [Children-Friendly Content Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/youtube-kids-1.md)