Alma’s Way has been greenlit for a third season. The new season of the hit critical thinking-focused show will feature 15 half-hour episodes, including a 22-minute musical special. Alma’s Way is created by Sonia Manzano (“Maria” on Sesame Street) and is produced in association with Pipeline Studios (Work It Out Wombats!, DORA).
Season 3 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 iconic 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. Season 3 will include a wide range of stories that cover relatable experiences like navigating the loss of a beloved neighbor, learning self-regulation techniques for when things don't go as planned, and supporting a friend through a difficult situation. The episodes will include learning goals like problem-solving, self-advocacy, responsible decision-making, and others for which the series is known.
“We are thrilled that viewers will continue to learn alongside Alma and her friends in Season 3,” 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 Sonia 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 Vice President and General Manager, PBS KIDS.
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. The hugely popular Alma’s Way games that are now available, including “Alma on the Case” and “Dominoes,” have been played more than 30 million times to date.*
Alma’s Way is aimed at kids 4-6 and focuses on critical thinking, responsible decision-making, and empathy, while showcasing Latino cultures through music, food, language, and more. All episodes are available in both English and Spanish. The series is created by Sonia Manzano and produced by Fred Rogers Productions in association with Pipeline Studios. Ellen Doherty and Manzano are executive producers. Jorge Aguirre (Goldie & Bear) is head writer and co-executive producer. Additional co-executive producers are Luis Lopez and Juan Lopez. Supervising producer for Fred Rogers Productions is Olubunmi Mia Olufemi. *Digital Sources: Google Analytics, September 2023 to December 2024.
Season 3 of Alma’s Way also features episodes written by fellows of Fred Rogers Productions’ Writers’ Neighborhood, a mentoring program that provides training and support for new and emerging writers as they build and sustain freelance careers in children’s media.