Statements (444)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:television_program gptkb:franchise gptkb:brand |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow:_The_App
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_app gptkb:mobile_app |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
Books to television episodes
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| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:children's_literature
live performances |
| gptkbp:aired_on |
gptkb:various_countries
gptkb:PBS_Kids |
| gptkbp:animation_style |
yes
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| gptkbp:associated_with |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton_Reads
gptkb:PBS_Kids gptkb:PBS_programming_block gptkb:PBS gptkb:children's_literature book recommendations literacy programs literacy Children's educational media Le Var Burton's advocacy for literacy Le Var Burton Kids |
| gptkbp:available_on |
gptkb:streaming_platforms
Streaming platforms |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:Daytime_Emmy_Award
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| gptkbp:based_on |
the book series
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| gptkbp:broadcast_network |
gptkb:PBS
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| gptkbp:broadcasts |
gptkb:United_States
gptkb:PBS 23 minutes per episode |
| gptkbp:cancellation_reason |
declining viewership
Declining viewership |
| gptkbp:celebrates |
Diversity in children's literature
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| gptkbp:character_voice |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton
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| gptkbp:collaborated_with |
gptkb:Scholastic
gptkb:educators |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
Various educational organizations
Authors and illustrators with authors and illustrators |
| gptkbp:community_engagement |
reading initiatives
reading programs in schools Reading programs in schools |
| gptkbp:community_events |
reading programs
|
| gptkbp:community_impact |
Fostered a love for reading
encouraged reading in underserved communities increased access to books |
| gptkbp:community_outreach |
reading programs
Literacy initiatives Reading initiatives Literacy events Literacy events and workshops |
| gptkbp:community_support |
gptkb:Non-profit_organizations
gptkb:fundraising_events Fundraising for literacy initiatives |
| gptkbp:content |
gptkb:storytelling
book recommendations |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton
gptkb:Wanda_L._Smith |
| gptkbp:critical_reception |
Positive reviews
widely praised |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
increased literacy rates
Promoted literacy Promoted reading culture provided resources for educators influenced children's media inspired future educators inspired reading challenges encouraged creativity in storytelling inspired a generation of readers promoted reading among children awareness of children's literature supported literacy initiatives fostered a love for reading increased library usage created a community of readers Encouraged diverse reading choices Encouraged multicultural literature Promoted literacy among children Promoted reading in schools encouraged parental involvement in reading encouraged summer reading programs featured multicultural stories highlighted classic children's books influenced reading habits of children inspired future educational programs promoted book fairs promoted diverse literature promoted diversity in children's literature supported authors and illustrators |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
Referenced in popular culture
appeared in various media Parodies and tributes Parodies in media |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Iconic children's program
Iconic children's show iconic children's program Promoted diversity in literature |
| gptkbp:curriculum |
various educational programs
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| gptkbp:demographics |
Children aged 3-12
children aged 3-12 children aged 3-8 children ages 3-12 Children ages 3-8 |
| gptkbp:distributor |
gptkb:PBS
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| gptkbp:education |
gptkb:storytelling
Storytelling Interactive storytelling Storytelling and visuals storytelling and reading promotion |
| gptkbp:educational_focus |
gptkb:children's_literature
gptkb:storytelling Reading comprehension reading comprehension Literacy book recommendations imagination Reading and literacy literacy skills Literacy and reading skills literacy and imagination |
| gptkbp:educational_resources |
available online
lesson plans Supplemental reading materials |
| gptkbp:educational_use |
develop critical thinking
foster a love of reading improve literacy rates promote literacy Foster a love for reading fostering a love for reading encourage imagination Promote literacy and love of reading support diverse literature Promote literacy and love for reading |
| gptkbp:educational_value |
gptkb:significant
high Encouraged reading habits Long-lasting influence on literacy programs |
| gptkbp:encouraged |
Imagination and creativity in children
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| gptkbp:encourages |
imagination
reading habits |
| gptkbp:ended |
gptkb:2006
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| gptkbp:fan_base |
Parents and educators
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| gptkbp:featured_illustrators |
gptkb:David_Shannon
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| gptkbp:featured_in |
Various educational initiatives
Interactive segments. Le Var Burton as host |
| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:children's_literature
book reviews |
| gptkbp:finale_date |
gptkb:2006
November 10, 2006 |
| gptkbp:first_aired |
gptkb:1983
gptkb:PBS |
| gptkbp:focus |
literacy
reading and literacy |
| gptkbp:focuses_on |
literacy
|
| gptkbp:format |
gptkb:anthology
gptkb:television_series Educational television field trips book recommendations children's stories educational interviews with authors live-action segments animated segments children's educational television Educational children's program |
| gptkbp:funding |
Grants and donations
grants and donations crowdfunding |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:television_series
Children's television Educational television Educational educational children's television educational television |
| gptkbp:has_cameo |
gptkb:celebrities
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| gptkbp:has_cultural_impact |
children's programming
American childhood inspiring young readers |
| gptkbp:has_episodes |
over 150
|
| gptkbp:has_fan_base |
gptkb:children
gptkb:educators gptkb:librarians gptkb:parents parents and educators educators and parents children and parents |
| gptkbp:has_impact_on |
reading habits
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| gptkbp:has_influence_on |
future children's programming
|
| gptkbp:has_legacy |
influenced children's programming
in children's media influencing future educational shows in children's television |
| gptkbp:has_merchandise |
gptkb:books
gptkb:educational_materials games books and games |
| gptkbp:has_partnerships_with |
schools and libraries
|
| gptkbp:has_social_media_presence |
official website
|
| gptkbp:has_spin_off |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_Skybrary
|
| gptkbp:has_spin_offs |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_Live!
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| gptkbp:has_theme |
Reading Rainbow theme song
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| gptkbp:highlights |
Cultural stories and authors
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| gptkbp:historical_impact |
on literacy initiatives
|
| gptkbp:historical_legacy |
Lasting impact on children's media.
|
| gptkbp:historical_significance |
Pioneered educational television for children
pioneered children's educational programming |
| gptkbp:hosted_by |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Reading Rainbow
|
| gptkbp:impact |
Promoted literacy
promoted reading among children promoted reading culture |
| gptkbp:inception |
gptkb:1983
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| gptkbp:includes |
field trips
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| gptkbp:includes_interactive_elements |
online activities
viewer participation |
| gptkbp:influence_on |
Parents and children alike
|
| gptkbp:influenced |
children's programming
children's education children's literacy programs Children's educational programming Reading initiatives in schools Modern children's shows Other educational shows other educational media |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
Increased literacy rates among children
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Sesame_Street
gptkb:The_Electric_Company gptkb:Mr._Rogers'_Neighborhood literacy literacy advocacy educational television Educational philosophy of the 1980s PBS children's programming educational research on literacy |
| gptkbp:influenced_literacy |
Increased literacy rates among children
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| gptkbp:influenced_literacy_programs |
National literacy campaigns
|
| gptkbp:influenced_programs |
Reading programs in schools
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| gptkbp:inspiration |
gptkb:children's_literature
other literacy programs Le Var Burton's love for reading Le Var Burton's passion for reading |
| gptkbp:inspired |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_Live!
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_app Reading initiatives worldwide |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:children's_literature
Children's books Children's literature classics |
| gptkbp:is_available_for |
download
|
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
multiple languages
schools various formats digital format DVD format home video format |
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
gptkb:DVD
gptkb:streaming_platforms gptkb:You_Tube |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
diversity in literature
encouraging imagination |
| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
gptkb:annual_events
educators and parents National Reading Month viewers and fans Literacy Month |
| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
educational research
|
| gptkbp:is_considered_as |
gptkb:cultural_icon
gptkb:educational_resources influential series |
| gptkbp:is_distributed_by |
gptkb:PBS_Distribution
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| gptkbp:is_documented_in |
television history
television archives |
| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:documentaries
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| gptkbp:is_influenced_by |
children's authors
|
| gptkbp:is_influential_in |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton
gptkb:children's_media children's education educational television |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
gptkb:cultural_heritage
gptkb:PBS_Kids_programming_block gptkb:PBS_Kids gptkb:PBS_Kids_programming American culture PBS programming American television history educational television history |
| gptkbp:is_promoted_by |
gptkb:educational_campaigns
gptkb:educators libraries |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_as |
iconic children's show
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| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
gptkb:The_Television_Academy
gptkb:American_Library_Association gptkb:Parents'_Choice_Foundation gptkb:National_Education_Association gptkb:The_Peabody_Awards |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
cultural significance
Promoting reading and literacy engaging storytelling promoting literacy promoting diversity in literature |
| gptkbp:is_referenced_in |
gptkb:popular_culture
|
| gptkbp:is_supported_by |
Grants and donations
grants non-profit organizations |
| gptkbp:is_used_for |
gptkb:teaching_tool
|
| gptkbp:is_used_in |
reading programs
classroom settings |
| gptkbp:language |
English
|
| gptkbp:last_aired |
gptkb:2006
|
| gptkbp:launch_date |
gptkb:1983
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| gptkbp:legacy |
gptkb:cultural_phenomenon
Influence on children's programming inspired similar shows influential children's programming Continues to inspire reading influenced future educational shows remains popular in educational settings continues to be referenced in media Continues to influence children's programming Continues to inspire literacy initiatives |
| gptkbp:market_segment |
different cultures
|
| gptkbp:merchandise |
Books and educational materials
books and educational materials |
| gptkbp:mobile_app |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_app
|
| gptkbp:narrated_by |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton
|
| gptkbp:notable_appearance |
Various celebrities
|
| gptkbp:notable_aspect |
Book reviews
Book reviews and storytelling book reviews and author interviews |
| gptkbp:notable_authors |
gptkb:Eric_Carle
Famous children's authors Prominent children's authors |
| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:Peabody_Award
|
| gptkbp:notable_characters |
Le Var Burton as host
|
| gptkbp:notable_episodes |
gptkb:The_Very_Hungry_Caterpillar
Special episodes featuring authors special episodes featuring authors featured classic children's books |
| gptkbp:notable_feature |
book recommendations
|
| gptkbp:notable_guest_stars |
gptkb:Cicely_Tyson
gptkb:Maya_Angelou gptkb:James_Earl_Jones gptkb:Denzel_Washington gptkb:Whoopi_Goldberg various authors various celebrities Various children's authors |
| gptkbp:notable_guests |
gptkb:Cicely_Tyson
gptkb:Maya_Angelou gptkb:James_Earl_Jones gptkb:Angela_Bassett gptkb:Whoopi_Goldberg various authors various children's authors Various children's authors Various authors and illustrators |
| gptkbp:notable_works |
gptkb:children's_literature
Diverse children's literature Various children's literature various children's literature |
| gptkbp:number_of_episodes |
155
|
| gptkbp:number_of_seasons |
gptkb:21
|
| gptkbp:original_language |
English
|
| gptkbp:original_network |
gptkb:PBS
|
| gptkbp:partnership |
Schools and libraries
|
| gptkbp:partnerships |
Schools and libraries
schools and libraries |
| gptkbp:philosophy |
learning through exploration
|
| gptkbp:power_ups |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_2.0
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_app 2020 reboot announcement |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
April 6, 1983
|
| gptkbp:premiere_episode |
155
|
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:1983
gptkb:PBS_Kids gptkb:PBS |
| gptkbp:premise |
Encouraging reading among children
Encouraging reading and literacy among children Encouraging children to read encouraging reading through storytelling encouraging children to read Encouraging reading in children |
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:Le_Var_Burton_Productions
gptkb:PBS_Kids gptkb:United_States gptkb:PBS gptkb:WGBH_Boston gptkb:Le_Var_Burton_Entertainment |
| gptkbp:production_company |
gptkb:Chesterfield_Productions
gptkb:WQED_Pittsburgh gptkb:PBS gptkb:TLC_Productions gptkb:WGBH_Boston gptkb:WGBH |
| gptkbp:production_years |
gptkb:1982
gptkb:1983 gptkb:2006 |
| gptkbp:promoted |
Family reading time
|
| gptkbp:promotes |
reading
reading skills |
| gptkbp:received |
Viewer awards
|
| gptkbp:reformed |
gptkb:2014
|
| gptkbp:related_to |
gptkb:PBS_Kids
Literacy programs literacy literacy advocacy |
| gptkbp:revival |
Kickstarter campaign
2014 Kickstarter campaign |
| gptkbp:revived_in |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_2.0
|
| gptkbp:social_media_presence |
active on social media
|
| gptkbp:spin_off |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_Skybrary
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow:_The_App gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_App gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_app Reading Rainbow: Le Var Burton's Book Club Reading Rainbow: Le Var Burton's Reading Rainbow |
| gptkbp:status |
inactive
|
| gptkbp:target_audience |
gptkb:children
|
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:Reading_Rainbow_Theme
gptkb:Joe_Raposo gptkb:Steve_Horelick gptkb:Larry_Grossman literacy Reading Rainbow theme song Butterfly in the sky performed by Le Var Burton |
| gptkbp:uses |
animated segments
|
| gptkbp:utilized |
Animated segments
|
| gptkbp:viewership |
millions of children
Millions of children |
| gptkbp:viewing_platform |
gptkb:television
Television and streaming services |
| gptkbp:visitors |
Interactive and engaging
|
| gptkbp:website |
readingrainbow.com
|
| gptkbp:won_award |
gptkb:Daytime_Emmy_Award
|
| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Kickstarter
gptkb:The_Electric_Company gptkb:The_Electric_Company_(1971) gptkb:The_Electric_Company_(2009) |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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