Pierce Freelon - a Grammy nominated children's musician, Emmy winning TV producer, author, educator and city councilor for Durham North Carolina. And, Sonia Manzano who is best known as Maria on Sesame Street. Kids Crew, Katie Stone
This time on The Children's Hour, we learn from two people who have dedicated their lives to being leaders in their communities. First, the kids chat with Pierce Freelon, who is a multi-Emmy winning TV and movie producer, children's musician, educator, and city councilor in the city of Durham, North Carolina. Pierce talks about how he came to wear all these hats, and explains to us what it is a city councilor actually does.
Then the kids meet Sonia Manzano, best known for her groundbreaking work as Maria on Sesame Street. Sonia has a new project coming out on PBS Kids, Alma's Way coming out on October 4, 2021.
This show is mixed with excellent music, mostly selected by our guest DJ, Pierce Freelon. Learn with us!
Katie Stone, Executive Producer Christina Stella, Producer Pierce Freelon, Guest DJ
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Being A Leader
The Kids Crew talk with Grammy nominated children's musician, educator, Emmy winning TV producer and Durham NC City Councilor, Pierce Freelon about being a leader. We also meet Sonia Manzano, Maria from Sesame Street, and hear about her new series.
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