The Best Educational Kids Shows on Amazon Prime Video #kidsTV #AmazonPrimeVideo #learning #summerbreak #homeeducation #homeschooling
Hey lovely mums (and dads!), if you’re anything like me, you want screen time to mean something - not just flicking through endless cartoons.
So I’ve rounded up the best educational gems on Amazon Prime Video that are actually fun for kids and help with learning. It’s a win-win!
Why These Shows Matter
Screen time with substance: They build real skills - language, STEM, problem-solving - with cool storytelling.
Reinforces learning: Kids learn better when they’re having fun. That’s all of us, right?
Beyond the classroom: These picks support your child’s development - without feeling like homework.
Here are our favourite educational shows for each age group, and for different school subjects:
👶 Tiny Tots (Ages 2–4)
Gentle and sweet, based on the classic book. Perfect for teaching cause-and-effect - you ask, they’ll keep requesting cookies!
These two silly machines teach resilience and creative problem-solving when they mess up. Plus, it's great for pre-engineers-in-the-making.
3. 🎨 Creative Galaxy
Arty the alien explores planets full of craft ideas. Bright, creative, and inspiring - just grab some glue and paper and go!
🧒 Little Explorers (Ages 5–8)
1. 🔎 Helpsters
From the Sesame Street team, this clever puppet show introduces coding basics and teamwork. What’s not to love?
2. 🎸 Pete the Cat
The cool blue kitty helps with vocabulary, feelings, and reading - peppered with great music and positive vibes.
3. 🧪 Annedroids
Follow a young scientist and her robot buddies on adventures. Teaches beginner science, engineering and robotics.
👦 Older Kids (Ages 9–12)
Kids can wonder at classroom experiments gone huge! It's great for sparking interest in science through amazing experiments.
A fantasy adventure with heart. It teaches perseverance, bravery, and emotional smarts - no cheesy lessons, just genuine courage.
3. 🧙♀️ Just Add Magic
Three kids find a magical cookbook stirring up all sorts of adventures. Encourages curiosity and cooking together? Sounds like a recipe for fun!
🧠 STEM Stars
1. 🦊 Tumble Leaf
Creative, musical, and full of heart. It shows that critical thinking, problem solving and creativity while learning scientific concepts.
Even more experiments, discoveries, and science fun - all with the same classic curiosity and Ms. Frizzle-style excitement.
Disney's resident scientist knows how to get kids fired up about science. From Earth science to complex discussions on genetics, Bill Nye's enthusiasm for all things science is contagious and super captivating.
Why These Shows Work Wonders
Which school subjects or skills fo you want your kids to be working on?
Here’s a quick snapshot of what each show gives:
- Reading & Language: Pete the Cat, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
- STEM & Problem-Solving: Helpsters, Annedroids, Science Max!, Bill Nye
- Social-Emotional Literacy: Just Add Magic, Niko
✅ Tips for Making the Most of Screen Time:
- Watch together – chat about what’s happening on screen.
- Pause & discuss – “What do you think she’s cooking here? Why did that robot behave that way?”
- Do something afterwards – craft, cooking, home science experiments! Extend the fun.
- Celebrate reflection – ask them to tell you what they learned afterwards.
- Rewatch favourites – repetition helps cement new words and ideas.
How to Choose the Right Show
Match their age and style – STEM lovers? Go Bill Nye, Magic School Bus or Helpsters.
Story fans? Just Add Magic or Niko.
Balance is key so mix active shows (like science surprises) with calm ones (like Tumble Leaf).
Use Amazon Kids+ controls to set up safe playtimes and block access to shows outside their age range.
These aren’t just TV shows, they’re little learning adventures, helping your kids grow with giggles, curiosity, and a deeper understanding of the world.
Plus you can snuggle up for all those sweet mummy-and-child moments! 😊
🚀 Ready to Dive In?
Head to Amazon Prime Video - they’re all there!
Let me know over on Facebook which ones your little ones love.
If you spot a gem I’ve missed, let me know that too - I can never have too many good recs!
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More kids' TV show ideas:
- 7 Educational Shows on Disney+ Your Kids Will LOVE to Watch
- The Best Educational Shows for Kids on Netflix
- The Best Educational Shows for Kids on Apple TV+
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