by Angela Santomero | Blue's Clues, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, Press & Appearances, Super Why!
While 2020’s been a tad tricky, I spoke at this year’s Children’s Media Conference..albeit virtually. I shared my impetus into children’s media, my fan girl memories of Fred Rogers and how 9 Story Media Group created something that would make...
by Angela Santomero | Blue's Clues, My Kids Shows, Super Why!
Have a strategy! In our shows we call them, ditties. Little ditties that help us get a point across: What should you do when you are frustrated? Stop, Breathe and Think. What should you do when you need to think? Sit down in your thinking chair and think, think,...
by Angela Santomero | Blue's Clues, Creative Galaxy, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, My Kids Shows, Press & Appearances, Super Why!, Wishenpoof
“How Do You Make a Hit Children’s Show?” is the question I typically hear from parents, students, artists and writers as I meet them for the first time. While everyone’s got their own system to create educational media for children, I shared...
by Angela Santomero | Blue's Clues, My Kids Shows, Parenting, Super Why!
I really wish I could tell you that I break into song every time the mail arrives just like Steve/Joe from Blue’s Clues does. But well, I don’t. I’d love to say that when one of my daughters has a problem, my usual response is to cheerfully chant,...
by Angela Santomero | Blue's Clues, Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, My Kids Shows, Parenting, Super Why!
A cornucopia of thanks to all of you that give Daniel Tiger, Super Why, Blue and the rest of our imaginary characters an open door policy into your home. There isn’t a day that we take your trust for granted and we’re proud to meet the challenges of...
by Angela Santomero | Kids Screen Time, My Kids Shows, Super Why!
Many years ago, armed with the mission to change kids media, I attended Columbia University’s Teacher’s College. Pursuing a master’s degree in child development and psychology, with a specialty in instructional media & technology, I was fortunate...