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The animated PBS KIDS series Alma’s Way, from Fred Rogers Productions, has been greenlit for a third season.
The new season will feature 15 half-hour episodes, including a 22-minute musical special. Alma’s Way was created by Sonia Manzano (“Maria” on Sesame Street) and is produced in association with Pipeline Studios (Work It Out Wombats!, DORA).
Season three of Alma’s Way will continue to capture the quintessential sights and sounds of New York City, with episodes that include the New York Public Library, the 6 train and a return visit to the American Museum of Natural History. In addition, the new season will feature more music with “Alma in Oz,” a 22-minute special musical episode inspired by L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Fred Rogers Productions will produce two new Alma’s Way games for the free PBS KIDS Games app and pbskids.org, including one designed for accessible play for children whose motor abilities may affect how they play desktop and mobile games.
“We are thrilled that viewers will continue to learn alongside Alma and her friends in season three,” said Ellen Doherty, chief creative officer for Fred Rogers Productions and executive producer of the show. “Whatever the dilemma may be, Alma models how to think things through with kindness, optimism and self-confidence.”
“It’s so important that kids know they matter and for them to see themselves reflected in the characters on screen,” said Manzano, series creator and executive producer. “I’m honored to work with Fred Rogers Productions, PBS KIDS and Pipeline Studios to help achieve this goal the ‘Alma way!’”
“We’re excited to bring more Alma’s Way to families across the country, highlighting community and all the fun learning moments that the series brings to life in every episode,” said Sara DeWitt, senior VP and general manager of PBS KIDS.
