Best Educational Kids Shows
by vrockmccarty | created - 20 Jun 2021 | updated - 3 months ago | PublicOur favorite educational kids shows.
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1. Bluey (2018– )
TV-Y | 22 min | Animation, Family
The slice-of-life adventures of an Australian Blue Heeler Cattle Dog puppy as she has fun with her family and friends in everyday situations.
Stars: David McCormack, Melanie Zanetti, Ninthe van Schie, Brad Elliott
Votes: 28,318
2. Mister Rogers' Neighborhood (1968–2001)
TV-Y | 30 min | Family, Fantasy, Music
Fred Rogers explores various topics for young viewers through presentations and music, both in his world and in the Neighborhood of Make-Believe.
Stars: Fred Rogers, Betty Aberlin, David Newell, Joe Negri
Votes: 9,550
3. Zoboomafoo (1999–2001)
TV-Y | 29 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Chris and Martin Kratt bring their enthusiasm for animals to the pre-school set.
Stars: Martin Kratt, Chris Kratt, Gord Robertson, Samantha Tolkacz
Votes: 3,688
4. Sesame Street (1969– )
TV-Y | 55 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
On a special inner city street, the inhabitants, human and muppet, teach preschool subjects with comedy, cartoons, games, and songs.
Stars: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Caroll Spinney, Jerry Nelson
Votes: 15,386
5. Schoolhouse Rock! (1973–2009)
TV-Y | 3 min | Animation, Short, Family
A series of shorts illustrating various songs that teach multiplication tables, grammar, science, American history, computers, economics, and environmentalism.
Stars: Bob Dorough, Jack Sheldon, Lynn Ahrens, Bob Kaliban
Votes: 4,317
6. The Magic School Bus (1994–1997)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
An eccentric teacher takes her class on wondrous educational field trips with the help of a magic school bus.
Stars: Lily Tomlin, Daniel DeSanto, Lisa Jai, Tara Meyer
Votes: 11,196
7. Bill Nye the Science Guy (1993–1998)
TV-Y | 30 min | Documentary, Comedy, Family
Scientist/comedian Bill Nye explores various aspects of science for young viewers.
Stars: Bill Nye, Pat Cashman, Michaela Leslie-Rule, Jaffar Smith
Votes: 8,383
8. Blue's Clues (1996–2007)
TV-Y | 25 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Blue is a puppy who puts her paw prints on three clues. Steve or Joe has to deduce the clues (with the help of off-screen children) to figure out what Blue wants to do.
Stars: Steve Burns, Traci Paige Johnson, Michael Rubin, Aleisha Allen
Votes: 6,702
9. Wild Kratts (2010– )
TV-Y | 26 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The Kratt Brothers and their team use their "Creature Power" suits to learn about and help various species of animals around the world.
Stars: Chris Kratt, Martin Kratt, Athena Karkanis, Jonathan Malen
Votes: 2,250
10. Arthur (1996–2022)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Based on the books by Marc Brown, these are the adventures of Arthur, an 8-year-old aardvark, and his family and friends as they grow up and learn how to be good neighbors to one another.
Stars: Daniel Brochu, J.T. Turner, Jodie Resther, Bruce Dinsmore
Votes: 15,917
11. The Joy of Painting (1983–1994)
TV-G | 25 min | Documentary, Family
In this half-hour program, artist Bob Ross paints a beautiful oil painting on canvas.
Stars: Bob Ross, Steve Ross, Dana Jester, Peep
Votes: 6,176
12. Reading Rainbow (1983–2006)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
Levar Burton introduces young viewers to illustrated readings of children's literature and explores their related subjects.
Stars: LeVar Burton, Jennifer Betit Yen, Arnold Stang, Fred Newman
Votes: 5,145
13. VeggieTales (1993–2015)
TV-Y | 32 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Bob the Tomato, Larry The Cucumber, and their friends teach Christian and Bible-based lessons in a fun way.
Stars: Phil Vischer, Mike Nawrocki, Lisa Vischer, Dan Anderson
Votes: 1,811
14. Liberty's Kids (2002–2003)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The American Revolutionary War is seen through the eyes of an American teenaged lad, a young English lady, and a French boy, all three of whom work as reporters for Benjamin Franklin.
Stars: Walter Cronkite, Kathleen Barr, Reo Jones, Chris Lundquist
Votes: 1,493
15. George Shrinks (2000–2003)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A ten year old boy instantly becomes as tiny as an insect realizing what life would be if he was not in normal size.
Stars: Tracey Moore, Paul O'Sullivan, Kathleen Laskey, Robbi Jay Thuet
Votes: 1,138
16. Cyberchase (2002– )
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Three kids, Jackie, Matt, Inez, and their bird friend Digit, must save cyberspace from the evil Hacker with the use of strategy and math skills.
Stars: Christopher Lloyd, Novie Edwards, Annick Obonsawin, Jacqueline Pillon
Votes: 2,977
17. Dragon Tales (1999–2005)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Two children find a dragonscale, and have fun socializing with dragons.
Stars: Kathleen Barr, Andrea Libman, Danny McKinnon, Jason Michas
Votes: 4,594
18. Signing Time! (2002– )
TV-Y | 27 min | Family, Music
Rachel, Alex, Leah, and Hopkins explore the world through basic American Sign Language with songs, movement, and examples.
Stars: Rachel Coleman, Alex Brown, Liam Coleman, Zachary Roger Brown
Votes: 66
19. 3-2-1 Penguins! (2000–2008)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Short, Adventure
3-2-1 Penguins. is a kids cartoon that teaches kids about the Bible and helps them learn different Bible verses with Zidgel, Midgel, Fidgel and Kevin with the help of Michelle and Jason.
Stars: Quinn Lord, Claire Margaret Corlett, Ellen Kennedy, John Payne
Votes: 282
20. Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat (2001–2004)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
A young cat living in a magistrate's palace in ancient China, learns the values and importance of family and loyalty.
Stars: Holly Gauthier-Frankel, Oliver Grainger, Jesse Vinet, Hiro Kanagawa
Votes: 1,390
21. Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood (2012– )
TV-Y | 26 min | Animation, Family, Fantasy
The adventures of the children of the characters of Fred Rogers' Neighborhood of Make-Believe.
Stars: Addison Holley, Ted Dykstra, Heather Bambrick, Amariah Faulkner
Votes: 1,449
22. The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That! (2010–2018)
TV-Y | 26 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
The Cat in The Hat knows a lot about virtually every thing. With the help of fish, thing 1, and thing 2; the Cat in the Hat teaches kids about many things through song and games.
Stars: Martin Short, Alexa Torrington, Jacob Ewaniuk, Wayne Forester
Votes: 771
23. Bear in the Big Blue House (1997–2006)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Drama
A seven-foot-tall bear named Bear lives in The Big Blue House, with his friends as they teach a variety of subjects and lessons.
Stars: Noel MacNeal, Vicki Eibner, Peter Linz, Tyler Bunch
Votes: 4,681
24. Rolie Polie Olie (1998–2007)
TV-Y | 24 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Olie, his sister Zowie, and his best friend Billy live as robots and discover the values of friendship, family, and growing up to be a great kid.
Stars: Cole Caplan, Adrian Truss, Kristen Bone, Rob Smith
Votes: 3,317
25. PB&J Otter (1998–2001)
TV-Y | 15 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Peanut, Jelly, and Baby Butter are three young otters who live on Lake Hoohaw with their family and friends.
Stars: Adam Rose, Gina Marie Tortorici, Brook Jenell Slack, Gwendolyn Shepherd
Votes: 1,645
26. Clifford the Big Red Dog (2000–2003)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Short, Comedy
The adventures of a larger-than-life red dog on Bridwell Island.
Stars: John Ritter, Grey Griffin, Kel Mitchell, Cree Summer
Votes: 5,547
27. Curious George (2006–2022)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Follows the mischievous adventures of a Monkey by the name of George.
Stars: Frank Welker, Jeff Bennett, Rino Romano, Jim Cummings
Votes: 3,460
28. Rescue Heroes (1997–2013)
TV-Y7 | 30 min | Animation, Action, Family
An elite team of rescue personnel respond to emergencies around the world.
Stars: Tara Strong, Andrea Libman, Tabitha St. Germain, Cathy Weseluck
Votes: 393
29. PAW Patrol (2013– )
TV-Y | 23 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Led by a boy named Ryder, a team of six playful rescue dogs use their individual talents to protect the seaside town of Adventure Bay.
Stars: Ron Pardo, Kallan Holley, Justin Paul Kelly, Devan Cohen
Votes: 4,576
30. Captain Jake and the Never Land Pirates (2011–2016)
TV-Y | 15 min | Animation, Adventure, Family
Jake and his gang of young pirates, including Izzy, Cubby and their parrot Skully, must surpass the evil Captain Hook and Mr Smee to find the lost treasure in Neverland.
Stars: David Arquette, Corey Burton, Jeff Bennett, Loren Hoskins
Votes: 2,184
31. The Backyardigans (2004–2013)
TV-Y | 24 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Uniqua, Pablo, Tyrone, Tasha, and Austin are a group of young friends who get together to play in the backyard they share. Each day, their imaginations transform that backyard into a different photo-realistic landscape.
Stars: LaShawn Jefferies, Sean Curley, Jonah Bobo, Jake Goldberg
Votes: 4,011
32. Little Einsteins (2005–2010)
TV-G | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Four friends go on missions with their ever changing rocket ship. Every mission includes a classic song and a painting.
Stars: Aiden Pompey, Jesse Schwartz, Natalia Wojcik, Erica Huang
Votes: 2,469
33. Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (2006–2016)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Mickey and his friends Minnie, Donald, Pluto, Daisy, Goofy, Pete, Clarabelle and more go on fun and educational adventures.
Stars: Tony Anselmo, Tress MacNeille, Bill Farmer, Russi Taylor
Votes: 4,882
34. Go, Diego! Go! (2005–2013)
TV-Y | 25 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Diego, a boy who loves nature, helps save animals in trouble with his friend jaguar.
Stars: Rosie Perez, Jake T. Austin, Keeler Sandhaus, Jose Zelaya
Votes: 2,099
35. Bob the Builder (1997–2018)
TV-Y | 10 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
Bob Builder and his machine team are ready to tackle any project. Bob and Can-Do Crew demonstrate power of positive thinking, problem-solving, teamwork,.
Stars: Rob Rackstraw, Kate Harbour, Neil Morrissey, Lorelei King
Votes: 5,610
36. Dora the Explorer (2000–2019)
TV-Y | 30 min | Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Along with her friend Monkey Boots, Dora goes on adventures.
Stars: Fatima Ptacek, Regan Mizrahi, Alexandria Suarez, Caitlin Sanchez
Votes: 7,842
37. Handy Manny (2006–2013)
TV-Y | 24 min | Animation, Comedy, Family
A show about handyman Manny Garcia and his helpful talking tools, who make repairs and fix problems in the small town of Sheetrock Hills.
Stars: Wilmer Valderrama, Dee Bradley Baker, Nancy Truman, Carlos Alazraqui
Votes: 2,570
38. Franklin (1997–2006)
TV-Y | 23 min | Animation, Comedy, Drama
A young turtle named Franklin learns social lessons as he grows up with his family and friends.
Stars: Noah Reid, Leah Renee, Elizabeth Saunders, Richard Newman
Votes: 5,332
39. LazyTown (2002–2014)
TV-Y | 30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
A pink-haired girl named Stephanie moves to LazyTown with her uncle (the mayor of said town) where she tries to teach its extremely lazy residents that physical activity is beneficial.
Stars: Lorraine Parsloe, Magnús Scheving, Stefán Karl Stefánsson, Julianna Rose Mauriello
Votes: 8,532
40. The Wiggles (1993–2022)
TV-Y | 30 min | Adventure, Comedy, Family
Get ready to Wiggle with the Wiggles' TV series. Wiggle fans can join in on the fun with the beloved quartet Anthony, Murray, Greg and Jeff.
Stars: Murray Cook, Jeff Fatt, Anthony Field, Paul Paddick
Votes: 1,050
41. Barney & Friends (1992–2010)
TV-Y | 30 min | Family
From pretending to be a pilot on a make-believe airplane to pretending to be a pirate in search of buried treasure, Barney's friends discover that creativity lets them soar in the wings of imagination!
Stars: Bob West, Julie Johnson, Patty Wirtz, Jeff Ayers
Votes: 8,233
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