Uh oh, is this Baby Shark all over again?
It may not be as flashy or as high-profile as Netflix's adult programming, such as “Bridgerton" or “The Crown,” but “CoComelon” is an important show for the streaming service. Besides the U.S., it's hit the top 10 in countries including the UK, Philippines, Canada and South Africa.
“He talks directly to camera, so he talks to the kid at home. It really feels like he’s inviting you into a playdate with him and his friends. He’s asking you to come with him on whatever his journey of the day is,” said Heather Tilert, Netflix's preschool content executive, who says “CoComelon Lane” is targeted for children a little bit older.
The new hourlong special released this week, called “Fun with Family and Friends,” consists of 20 new musical animated shorts. It’s the first “CoComelon” content exclusively available on Netflix. They’ve upped their music game too, licensing songs parents will recognize including “Twist and Shout” and “Stand by Me,” but touching on skills for reaching pre-school milestones including colors, shapes, movement and even emotions.
Gracie's Corner is a YouTube channel series that features educational content with representation for children of color. The series was created by Javoris Hollingsworth and his daughter Graceyn, who voices the main character Gracie, after seeing a lack of representation in educational shows during the pandemic. The dad and daughter duo join LX News to talk more about Gracie's Corner.
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