8 Educational Preschool Shows Featuring Black Lead Characters
Representation in media is important especially for early childhood development. Experts say that a lack of representation in media can negatively impact the self-esteem of young children. These 8 shows featuring Black lead characters are designed specifically for young viewers and offer highly educational content.
Gracie’s Corner
Gracie’s Corner is a YouTube channel for kids. It provides a combination of educational, fun, and encouraging songs for children from diverse backgrounds. Come sing and dance with Gracie as she takes a fun imaginary journey with family and friends!
Where to Watch: YouTube
It’s Cody Time
Join Cody Green – the little kid with a big imagination and an even bigger heart – in this spinoff series set in the familiar, beloved community of CoComelon!
Circle Time With Ms. Monica
Monica J Sutton is an early childhood educator and child behavior specialist who’s created an online community of parents with young children. She teaches young children both in her virtual classroom and worldwide through her FREE Circle Time Videos on YouTube.
Where to Watch: YouTube
Tab Time
Tabitha Brown, or “Ms. Tab,” taps into her natural capabilities as a cook, storyteller, mom, and motivational leader to teach children how to live their best life; children can learn with Super Cool Experts (celebrity guests) in Tab’s Lab as well as complete crafts with DJ Khrafty.
Where to Watch: YouTube
Akili and Me
Akili is a curious 4-year-old and she has a secret: every night when she falls asleep, she enters the magical world of Lala Land, where she and her animal friends learn all about language, letters, numbers and art, while developing kindness and coming to grips with their emotions and rapidly changing toddler lives!
Where to Watch: YouTube
Doc McStuffins
A magical animated series about a six-year-old girl, Doc McStuffins, who has the ability to talk to and heal toys and stuffed animals. With the help of her stuffed animal friends, Doc runs a clinic for toys in her playhouse. The series emphasises the importance of lending a helping hand, or paw, when people and toys need it most.
Where to Watch: Disney+
Motown Magic
Imaginative boy Ben transforms his city by bringing colorful street art to life, armed with a magic paintbrush — and the classic sounds of Motown.
Where to Watch: Netflix
Ada Twist Scientist
Pint-sized scientist Ada Twist and her two best friends are asking big questions — and working together to discover the truth about everything!
Where to Watch: Netflix
