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SEASON 3:

Mister Ritz Meets the Tower Garden® Princess from Memphis, Tennessee

When Pierre the Pigeon returns from a journey to Tennessee he gifts Mister Ritz a golden watering can. The Tower Garden Princess magically appears from the watering can and answers questions about Tower Garden maintenance, pruning plants, and harvesting tips. What will you grow?

Mister Ritz Learns to Measure Liquids in a Tower Garden®

Mister Ritz comes back from vacation and finds the plants in his Tower Garden yellowing. He and Leslie find the reservoir empty and fill it back up with 20 gallons of water. They compare units of liquid measurement and add the specified amount of nutrients per gallon.

SEASON 3: The Animated Series

Mister Ritz Meets Tower Garden®

In a garden center Mister Ritz, Leslie the Ladybug, and the Great Bombini embark on a mission to find the perfect classroom plants, focusing on budgeting and creating a shopping list. Their adventure takes a magical turn when they encounter a talking Tower Garden, a vertical aeroponic marvel that grows fruits and veggies without soil. Enchanted, Mister Ritz brings it to his classroom for hands-on learning. The characters express excitement about inspiring others to grow fresh produce using the Green Bronx Machine Curriculum.

Mister Ritz Learns What Makes the Grass Green

Join Billy the Goat on an exciting journey through Mister Ritz’s garden as he discovers the wonders of photosynthesis and the importance of patience in plant growth! From munching on leaves to understanding the secret ingredient for a thriving garden, this heartwarming tale teaches valuable lessons about nature and the power of time. Watch as Billy learns, laughs, and ultimately enjoys the bountiful harvest, proving that with a little patience, miracles can bloom. Don’t miss out on this delightful story filled with humor, education, and plenty of munching!

Mister Ritz Learns Why the Sky is Blue

Join the Frog siblings on a ribbit-ing journey of discovery with the captivating Mister Ritz! Jump into a whimsical adventure through the sky. Learn about molecules and why the sky is blue in the most entertaining way possible! As they witness the sky’s stunning sunset colors, they realize there’s more to share than just crayons. Packed with laughs and valuable lessons, this video is a leap into fun and learning for all ages! Join the frogs and Mister Ritz on this whimsical journey of discovery!

Mister Ritz Learns About Clouds

Join the Three Little Pigs in an exciting adventure as they embark on a journey to learn about clouds with their new friend, Mister Ritz! In this educational and entertaining video, watch as they soar through the sky in bi-planes and jets, discovering different types of clouds along the way. From fluffy cumulus clouds to high-altitude cirrus clouds, they explore the wonders of nature while dodging thunderclouds and learning about the science behind these meteorological phenomena. Get ready for a fun-filled exploration of the sky like never before!

Mister Ritz Learns Why It Rains

Join a couple of ducks and the captivating Mister Ritz as they explore the science behind rain in this charming animated adventure! From playing pickleball in the park to soaring through the sky, follow along as they uncover the mysteries of evaporation, clouds, and raindrops. With colorful graphics and engaging characters, this educational video is perfect for kids and curious minds alike. Discover the magic of rain and its journey from the sky to the ground.

Mister Ritz Learns About Rainbows

In this charming episode, join Mister Ritz and Brother Frog as they encounter Rainbow the Rainbow in the park after a pickleball game. Learn about the magical appearance of rainbows and the science behind their formation. Discover how light bends through prisms and raindrops to create the stunning spectrum of colors we see in the sky. Get ready for some Big Word Alerts and fun explanations as Mister Ritz and Brother Frog explore the science of rainbows in this delightful adventure!

Mister Ritz Keeps a Science Journal

Mister Ritz helps his friend, Leslie the Ladybug, learn how to keep a Science Journal. Keeping a garden and documenting all the wonderful things you learn and observe is an exciting and tangible example. Track the growth of your plants, note changes in the environment, and reflect on your gardening journey. So grab your journal, and embark on this amazing adventure of discovery, one observation at a time!

Mister Ritz Writes a Thank You Letter

Have fun learning the parts of a letter with Mister Ritz and his friend, Patti the Pigeon. Patti learns the essentials of headings, greetings, and what goes into the heart of a letter. With newfound confidence, she dives into writing, ensuring she acknowledges her dear friend Piper’s thoughtful gift. As we conclude our journey, Patti soars away with her completed notes. Join us in spreading gratitude and joy like never before!

Mister Ritz Makes a Grocery List

Help Mister Ritz build his grocery list and shop for a friend. Learn what goes into making a great shopping list. What healthy foods should Mister Ritz add? What unhealthy foods should he avoid?

Mister Ritz Sends an Invitation

Mister Ritz is planning a surprise birthday party for his friend, Patti the Pigeon. Her cousin, Pierre, helps Mister Ritz write out the invitations and learns what information all the guests will need to know.

Mister Ritz Plans a Party

Mister Ritz has less than one week to plan an end-of-program celebration and is feeling overwhelmed. His friend, the Great Bombini, steps in to help and guides Mister Ritz through the steps to planning a successful party.

Mister Ritz Eats Across the Rainbow

Mister Ritz makes a delicious salad for lunch with his friend, Leslie the Ladybug. They explore red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple foods, and discuss the benefits of eating a wide variety of colors across the rainbow.

Download the Coloring Book!

This is a FREE resource for teachers and families. Download and print 10 coloring pages. Watch the episodes, color all your new animal friends, and draw along with Mr. Ritz!

Share your pictures on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

SEASON 1:

Mister Ritz Learns What Makes The Green Sheikh Green

Watch the Full Episode! Mister Ritz highlights his friendship with His Royal Highness, Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Ali al Nuaimi and learns that “green” is a mindset. For years, people have been fascinated by their unique relationship and this episode dives deep into Emirati Culture, personal development, and actionable advice for all – young and old. It opens with Mister Ritz wandering the desert seeking answers and culminates with him taking a sand bath built on trust! Share your drawings on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Learns What Grows in the Desert

Watch the Full Episode! Mister Ritz visits ICBA – the International Center for Biosaline Agriculture – and learns all about growing food in the desert and halophytic (salt loving) plants. Share your drawings on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Explores Density… with Jason Latimer – World Champion of Magic

Watch the Full Episode! Join Mr. Ritz and his friend Jason as they make drawings come to life, make objects move on their own, and transform flowers! Explore the impossible science of density and capillary action. Share your drawings on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Reads Your Mind… with Jason Latimer – World Champion of Magic

Watch the Full Episode! Join Mr. Ritz and his friend Jason as they use the scientific method to break down the magic of mind reading. Can you design your own experiment? Impossible or science? Learn how to draw a magician’s best friend. Share your drawing on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Learns How to Dance… with Mr. Met!

Watch the Full Episode! Mr. Met, the mascot of the New York Mets baseball team, visits Mr. Ritz in his classroom to teach him how to dance. Learn how to dance and learn how to draw Mr. Met. Share your drawing on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Goes Into The Woods… with General Sequoia and Sam the Squirrel

Watch the Full Episode! Explore the forest with Mr. Ritz, General Sequoia, and Sam the Squirrel to learn about producers, consumers, and decomposers! Calculate the width and height of the biggest tree on Earth! Draw your own sequoia tree. Share your drawing on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Meets More Mammals… with Bobby the Bear

Watch the Full Episode! Join Mr. Ritz and his friend, Bobby Bear, as they explore mammals at the American Museum of Natural History! Draw your own brown bear. Share your drawing on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Explores the Ocean… with Sammy the Shark

Watch the Full Episode! Mr. Ritz helps his friend, Sammy the Shark, find his way home as they explore underwater environments at the American Museum of Natural History! Draw the big blue whale. Share your drawing on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Meets a Dinosaur …with Patti the Pigeon

Watch the Full Episode! Join Mr. Ritz and his friend, Patti the Pigeon, as they explore dinosaurs at the American Museum of Natural History! Draw a dinosaur! Share your drawing on Instagram and tag @greenbronxmachine.

Mister Ritz Grows Food All Year …with Leslie Ladybug

Watch the Full Episode: Extended Cut! Join Mr. Ritz and his friend, Leslie the Ladybug, as they learn how seeds grow into food! Draw Basil Towers and share your drawing on Instagram with the hashtag #BasilTowers and tag @greenbronxmachine.

TOWER TO TABLE TO TUMMY

The new cooking show for KIDS!

We’re so excited to launch a new addition to our video learning series with ingredients harvested RIGHT off our Tower Garden to create child-tested and approved, easy-to-assemble, delicious recipes in less than six minutes.

“Let’s Learn” is a one-hour, daily educational public television series featuring lessons by educators with expertise in teaching young learners. Designed to supplement at-home and blended learning, the series is produced by The WNET Group in partnership with the New York City Department of Education.

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Coming Soon Teaser

Mister Ritz Grows Food All Year
Join Mr. Ritz and his friend, Leslie the Ladybug, as they learn how seeds grow into food!

Premiered April 6, 2021
WLIW 21 at 9:00am ET
WNET 13 at 11:00am ET