“We couldn’t be more excited to bring another season of LYLA IN THE LOOP to PBS KIDS!,” said Series Creator and Showrunner Dave Peth. “We’re humbled by the ways that Lyla, Stu, and the whole Loops crew have authentically connected with kids and their grownups. We can’t wait to tell more stories that empower kids to tackle challenges with creativity and joy. Also, thank you for reading this press release even though you didn’t have to.”

“We’re incredibly proud to continue expanding the world of LYLA IN THE LOOP with our amazing partners at PBS KIDS and Mighty Picnic,” said Luis Lopez, Executive Producer, Pipeline Studios.

Season 2 continues telling stories about kid-relatable events like trick-or-treating at Halloween, losing a tooth, and learning to ice skate, all through a computational thinking lens. Additionally, some stories will focus on AI-literacy skills, helping kids and parents think critically about the use of AI technology in the world around them. The season also introduces new characters, like Lyla's grandparents, and explores the family’s heritage at a reunion on the Loops’ family farm.

LYLA IN THE LOOP, aimed at children ages 4-8, follows Lyla Loops, a dynamic 7-year-old girl living in a big city with her loving family and fantastical blue sidekick Stu as they run their family restaurant and contribute to their community. With Stu’s help, Lyla and her family use imaginative problem-solving and computational thinking skills to tackle everyday challenges. Since its premiere, LYLA IN THE LOOP has had more than 345 million streams across PBS KIDS video platforms and 110 million gameplays on pbskids.org and the PBS KIDS Games App*.

“LYLA IN THE LOOP has become a favorite among our audience for its creative storytelling, innovative curriculum, close-knit group of family and friends, and of course, the fantastical Stu,” said Sara DeWitt, Senior Vice President and General Manager, PBS KIDS and Education. “It’s now more important than ever to continue bringing safe, high-quality children’s media to kids across the country, and we’re thrilled to be able to do that with this fun, educational series.”

The series has earned multiple awards and nominations including a 2025 Children’s & Family Emmy nomination for the Stu’s Super Stunts game, a 2026 Gold Signal Award and Kidscreen Award nomination for the show’s popular podcast, Lyla’s Loopcast,and a 2026 Kidscreen Award for the Lyla and Stu's Hairdos game. In2025, it was a Webby Awards People’s Voice Winner for PBS KIDS’ social media launch campaign and Webby Honoree in AI, Immersive, and Games for the Lyla and Stu’s Hairdos game. LYLA IN THE LOOP was recognized by Common Sense Media as one of the Best TV Series of 2024 for children ages 5-7. 

LYLA IN THE LOOP was created by Emmy®-winning producer and showrunner Dave Peth (ODD SQUAD, PEG + CAT, SCRIBBLES AND INK, DESIGN SQUAD), founder of media production company Mighty Picnic. Pipeline Studios, the Emmy®-winning children’s content studio (ELINOR WONDERS WHY, ALMA’S WAY, BUBBLE GUPPIES) co-produces the series. The series production team also includes Emmy®-winning Executive Producer and Head Writer Monique D. Hall, Executive Producer Laurie Rabin, and Story Editor Renae J. Ruddock.

*Source: Google Analytics, cross-platform streams, pbskids.org game pageviews, PBS KIDS GAMES App game starts, Feb '24 - April '26, Nielsen NPower Kids 2-8 avg monthly reach, Feb '24 - April '26

About Mighty Picnic
Mighty Picnic is a media production company based in South Philly, PA and was founded by Emmy®-winning producer Dave Peth. LYLA IN THE LOOP is the company's first original series for PBS KIDS. Before jumping into television production, Mighty Picnic helped create digital suites for projects like ODD SQUAD, PEG + CAT, and SCRIBBLES AND INK. And in all that we do, we believe this is true – every picnic is mightier when it’s open to all.

About PBS KIDS
PBS KIDS believes the world is full of possibilities, and so is every child. With PBS KIDS, the number one educational media brand for kids, children ages 2-8 learn lessons that last a lifetime. Across media and community-based programs, PBS KIDS sparks children’s curiosity, helping them succeed in school and life. Families can stream PBS KIDS for free anytime on the PBS KIDS Video app, connected TV devices, pbskids.org and more (no subscription required). Kids can play hundreds of educational games on the PBS KIDS Games app and pbskids.org. PBS KIDS and local stations across the country support children’s learning anytime, anywhere – empowering parents, caregivers, and teachers. For more information, visit pbs.org/pressroom, or follow PBS KIDS on Facebook and Instagram.

About Pipeline Studios
Pipeline Studios is a leading global entertainment company focused on developing, producing, and distributing premium animated content and original IP for audiences worldwide. With operations across North America, Latin America, and Europe, Pipeline combines world-class creative talent, cutting-edge production technology, and globally integrated workflows to deliver standout storytelling at scale. Known for producing both iconic franchises and beloved originals, Pipeline’s extensive credits include DORA and Bubble Guppies (Nickelodeon), Hotel Transylvania (Sony), Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie (Netflix), Alma’s Way, Work It Out Wombats!, Elinor Wonders Why, and Lyla in the Loop (PBS KIDS), as well as Star vs. the Forces of Evil, Handy Manny and Doggy World (Disney), among many others. Find more information at Pipelinestudios.com, and follow Pipeline Studios on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.