Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

Xavier Riddle, his sister, Yadina, and their friend, Brad, meet heroes from the past -- from Eleanor Roosevelt to Leonardo da Vinci.

Schedule

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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Confucius; I Am Sacagawea: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Confucius; I Am Sacagawea

    Thursday
    Apr 30

    30 Minutes

    Xavier and Yadina overcome a sibling spat with the help of Confucius; Sacagawea helps Xavier and Brad realize that just because Yadina is younger, she can do more than they think.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am David Suzuki; I Am Esther Martinez: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am David Suzuki; I Am Esther Martinez

    Thursday
    Apr 30

    30 Minutes

    David Suzuki explains to Xavier that by taking care of the earth, we take care of ourselves; Esther Martinez explains to Xavier and Yadina about how stories can connect people to their family histories.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am David Suzuki; I Am Esther Martinez: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am David Suzuki; I Am Esther Martinez

    Thursday
    Apr 30

    30 Minutes

    David Suzuki explains to Xavier that by taking care of the earth, we take care of ourselves; Esther Martinez explains to Xavier and Yadina about how stories can connect people to their family histories.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Catherine the Great; I Am Tomioka Tessai: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Catherine the Great; I Am Tomioka Tessai

    Friday
    May 1

    30 Minutes

    Catherine the Great eases Brad's fears about going to day camp without his best friends; Yadina is unsure about bringing an old quilt for show and tell, but artist Tomioka Tessai helps her realize the best items are ones connected to family.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: We Are Siegel and Shuster; I Am Edmonia Lewis: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    We Are Siegel and Shuster; I Am Edmonia Lewis

    Friday
    May 1

    30 Minutes

    Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster encourage Brad to believe in the power of his imagination; Edmonia Lewis inspires Xavier to create a piece of art for his mom that represents their family.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: We Are Siegel and Shuster; I Am Edmonia Lewis: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    We Are Siegel and Shuster; I Am Edmonia Lewis

    Friday
    May 1

    30 Minutes

    Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster encourage Brad to believe in the power of his imagination; Edmonia Lewis inspires Xavier to create a piece of art for his mom that represents their family.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Jim Thorpe; I Am Norval Morrisseau: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Jim Thorpe; I Am Norval Morrisseau

    Saturday
    May 2

    30 Minutes

    Jim Thorpe shows Brad that if he wants to play flag football, observing others is a great way to learn; Norval Morrisseau shows Yadina that art has the power to share important ideas.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Jim Thorpe; I Am Norval Morrisseau: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Jim Thorpe; I Am Norval Morrisseau

    Saturday
    May 2

    30 Minutes

    Jim Thorpe shows Brad that if he wants to play flag football, observing others is a great way to learn; Norval Morrisseau shows Yadina that art has the power to share important ideas.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Bruce Lee; I Am Sonia Manzano: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Bruce Lee; I Am Sonia Manzano

    Sunday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Bruce Lee helps Xavier and Brad realize that no matter how angry they get, they are in charge of what their body does; Sonia Manzano shows Yadina that telling stories can help manage big feelings.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Bruce Lee; I Am Sonia Manzano: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Bruce Lee; I Am Sonia Manzano

    Sunday
    May 3

    30 Minutes

    Bruce Lee helps Xavier and Brad realize that no matter how angry they get, they are in charge of what their body does; Sonia Manzano shows Yadina that telling stories can help manage big feelings.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Rukmini Devi; I Am Bob Ross

    Monday
    May 4

    30 Minutes

    Rukmini Devi reminds Xavier and Yadina why their annual family walk is special; Bob Ross shows Yadina that a small blunder can be a happy accident.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Catherine the Great; I Am Tomioka Tessai: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Catherine the Great; I Am Tomioka Tessai

    Monday
    May 4

    30 Minutes

    Catherine the Great eases Brad's fears about going to day camp without his best friends; Yadina is unsure about bringing an old quilt for show and tell, but artist Tomioka Tessai helps her realize the best items are ones connected to family.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Catherine the Great; I Am Tomioka Tessai: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Catherine the Great; I Am Tomioka Tessai

    Monday
    May 4

    30 Minutes

    Catherine the Great eases Brad's fears about going to day camp without his best friends; Yadina is unsure about bringing an old quilt for show and tell, but artist Tomioka Tessai helps her realize the best items are ones connected to family.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Cesar Chavez; I Am Dolores Huerta: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Cesar Chavez; I Am Dolores Huerta

    Tuesday
    May 5

    30 Minutes

    Cesar Chavez helps Xavier, Yadina and Brad find the inspiration to tackle a big mess in the playroom; Dolores Huerta teaches Xavier, Yadina and Brad that it is important to speak up when they see someone in need.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Confucius; I Am Sacagawea: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Confucius; I Am Sacagawea

    Tuesday
    May 5

    30 Minutes

    Xavier and Yadina overcome a sibling spat with the help of Confucius; Sacagawea helps Xavier and Brad realize that just because Yadina is younger, she can do more than they think.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Confucius; I Am Sacagawea: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Confucius; I Am Sacagawea

    Tuesday
    May 5

    30 Minutes

    Xavier and Yadina overcome a sibling spat with the help of Confucius; Sacagawea helps Xavier and Brad realize that just because Yadina is younger, she can do more than they think.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Bessie Coleman; I Am King Sejong the Great: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Bessie Coleman; I Am King Sejong the Great

    Wednesday
    May 6

    30 Minutes

    Yadina learns that if she wants to reach the top of the hill, she must keep going; everyone has ideas that are worth sharing.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Rukmini Devi; I Am Bob Ross

    Wednesday
    May 6

    30 Minutes

    Rukmini Devi reminds Xavier and Yadina why their annual family walk is special; Bob Ross shows Yadina that a small blunder can be a happy accident.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Rukmini Devi; I Am Bob Ross

    Wednesday
    May 6

    30 Minutes

    Rukmini Devi reminds Xavier and Yadina why their annual family walk is special; Bob Ross shows Yadina that a small blunder can be a happy accident.
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    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: I Am Mary Anning; I Am Charlie Chaplin: TVSS: Iconic

    Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

    I Am Mary Anning; I Am Charlie Chaplin

    Thursday
    May 7

    30 Minutes

    Mary Anning inspires Xavier and Yadina to continue working on a tricky art project; Charlie Chaplin helps Yadina cheer up Dr. Zoom.

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