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Childhood. Ready? And ... action. More childhood, please.™ the series blends reality TV, YouTube®-style challenges and helpful information from experts. Get comfy and watch kids and families tackle tricky topics like screentime, emotions, the outdoors and sports.

Stay tuned for the next episode – airing April 18!

Explore the Outdoors: Remix

Our hosts head outside and learn about bees, bugs, mud and more. Experts weigh in on the benefits of nature for kids. You don’t want to miss it.

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From playing in a youth orchestra to playing in a garage band, Lily and Rhys explore how music helps us learn, grow, heal and even change our moods.

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Coming soon: April 18
Explore the Outdoors: Remix

Two kids. One big backyard. Watch Lily and Rhys explore the wonders of nature and learn why getting outside is an important part of childhood.

See Lily and Rhys explore more parts of childhood with upcoming episodes airing throughout the year.

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Screen Time

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Screen Time

A family of 12 sharing one flip phone? OMG. Watch as kids, experts and a whole family tackle the ups and downs of screen time.

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Joy. Fear. FOMO? It's all in episode 2. You'll laugh, take some deep breaths and learn how to identify your feelings. Need a little help? Download the Really Long Feelings List as seen in episode 2.

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Lily and Rhys explore the outdoors and learn why it's so important to get outside and enjoy nature – bugs, trees, mud and all.

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Sports

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Sports

Sports are a great way to make friends, build character and stay healthy. But is there such a thing as too much sports? And do parents know when it's better not to weigh in on their athlete's performance? Let's find out.

Meet our hosts

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Lily Goodwin

(She/Her)
Age: 11
Grade: 6th
Hometown: South Euclid, Ohio

What does more childhood mean to you?
Having options and being able to try new things.

Which episode of season one is your favorite?
Explore the Outdoors

What was your favorite behind-the-scenes moment?
During “Explore the Outdoors," I would go play with worms and crickets on set.

What is your dream job?
Working in the music industry

If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?
France

Favorites...
Music: Pop music
Food: Sushi
School Subject: Math

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Rhys Thomas

(He/Him)
Age: 14
Grade: 8th
Hometown: Hudson, Ohio

What does more childhood mean to you?
It means to explore more and try new things.

Which episode of season one is your favorite?
Sports

What was your favorite behind-the-scenes moment?
When we stopped filming for ice cream during "Explore the Outdoors."

What is your dream job?
Purchase Manager

If you could travel anywhere, where would you go?
Bora Bora

Favorites...
Music: 50s and 60s hits
Food: Chicken piccata
School Subject: History

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From inspiring stories to medical miracles, More childhood, please.™ the magazine looks at childhood in ways that will make you smile, laugh and appreciate those precious 6,574 days.

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