Parents over the decades have lamented over the evils of the “idiot box”, but we beg to differ. Watching television can be massively educational, especially now, when there is a vast ocean of content available that aims to entertain and educate children.
Check out these series for kids, all available on streaming platforms in India, that will pack in a whole lot of learning :
This classic cartoon of the girl and her monkey is a great learning activity for preschoolers. An interactive show before that was even a concept, Dora The Explorer was way ahead of its years! Following Dora’s adventures, the show helps preschoolers observe and problem-solve along with Dora.
2. Peppa Pig
For socio-emotional education for the little ones at home, allow them to tune into Peppa Pig. This loveable pig subtly teaches lessons in kindness and empathy. Suitable for kids aged 3 years and up, this animated show contains little episodes of five minutes each.
Leaning into children’s tendencies to be fascinated by the disgusting, the horrific, and the gory, Horrible Histories dives into the details that are left out from history textbooks. Outrageously hilarious, this is a super fun way for kids to learn more about history.
4. Planet Earth
David Attenborough’s iconic voice will educate the little ones about our planet. With each episode, travel to different parts of the world and learn about the creatures that inhabit our earth. Watching this show makes viewers more aware about the world around us. With stunning visuals and music, Planet Earth will definitely help raise sensitive kids who care about the environment. Try out a screening of the series as an Earth Day activity to spread awareness in kids.
5. Cosmos
A follow up to the iconic series by Carl Sagan, this show, hosted by astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson uses CG to push the boundaries of the viewer’s imagination. Your kids will learn all about the universe through this fascinating and informative 13-part series.
This sketch-comedy show teaches history in a fun and hilarious way. It tells the stories of important figures in history through funny sketch comedy that will have the whole family laughing out loud!
7. The Magic School Bus Rides Again
The Magic Schoolbus is a beloved book series that taught children different lessons, and this show is based on that. The series is centred around a classroom of kids who are curious learners, and their teacher who takes them on a magic school bus that can travel anywhere – including outer space and inside the human body!
Bill Nye wants to inspire the next generation of young scientists. With his show, which covers topics under earth science, life science, chemistry, space science and a whole lot more. This former mechanical engineer has a clear love for science, which he shares in an engaging format in this show.
This documentary series explains to kids how everyday items are made. This is something that adds to children’s understanding of the world, and also makes them question the science behind the objects that they use on a day-to-day basis.
10. Kurzgesagt
This channel on YouTube, which literally translates from German to “in a nutshell” , makes informative videos for kids. They explain complex concepts through fun and colourful animation. They believe in “making science look beautiful, because it is beautiful” Your kids will get addicted to this channel which is all about making learning fun.
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