THE FRED ROGERS COMPANY ANNOUNCES PRODUCTION OF SECOND SEASON OF EMMY-WINNING PRESCHOOL HIT PEG + CAT FOR PBS KIDS
25 All-New Math-Infused Episodes – Including a Musical One-Hour Special – to Roll Out Starting Spring 2016
Arlington, VA; Pittsburgh, PA, March 3, 2015 – The Fred Rogers Company has announced production of a second season of PEG + CAT for PBS KIDS. The new season of the multiple Emmy Award-winning animated series for preschoolers is slated to launch on PBS KIDS in spring 2016. Season two of the popular show will feature 25 engaging new episodes, including a hilarious one-hour special highlighting the musical math adventures of the intrepid Peg and her loyal sidekick, Cat. In addition, PEG + CAT will introduce fun new interactive games and digital storybooks on PBS KIDS digital platforms, using the series’ hallmark humor to showcase early math skills for young fans.
“We’re very excited to bring a whole new season of PEG + CAT to PBS KIDS, where it’s been a big hit with kids and parents since it premiered in fall 2013, helping to empower girls from coast-to-coast,” said Paul Siefken, Vice President, Broadcast and Digital Media, The Fred Rogers Company. “New episodes will continue to showcase Peg and Cat’s joyful approach to problem-solving in each of their amazing musical adventures.” Continue reading Math Based PEG + CAT Gets a Second Season