21 Toddler Shows on Netflix For When You Have Those “I Need a Minute Alone” Moments
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Listen, sometimes we all just need a second to catch our breath, tidy the toys that our kids didn't pick up after being asked 40 times, or go to the bathroom and pee . . . alone. For those "I need a minute" moments, we believe there's no shame in that "Netflix is my coparent" game. Especially when it comes to needy, wiggly, energetic toddlers.
Ahead, our favorite shows on Netflix that make for valuable and educational screen time for your toddler (and for longer screen-time sessions, see which kids' movies are slated to stream in 2019).
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Trolls: The Beat Goes On!
Netflix's description: "As Queen Poppy celebrates a time of peace in Troll Village with parties, competitions and special occasions, Branch tries to be more fun-loving."
Number of seasons: 4 (season 5 coming Jan. 18!)
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Llama Llama
Netflix's description: "Beloved children's book character Llama Llama springs to life in this heartwarming series about family, friendship and learning new things."
Number of seasons: 1
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Super Monsters
Netflix's description: "Preschool kids whose parents are the world's most famous monsters try to master their special powers while preparing for kindergarten."
Number of seasons: 2
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The Magic School Bus Rides Again
Netflix's description: "Ms. Frizzle's kid sister Fiona takes the wheel at Walkerville Elementary, leading the class on wild adventures packed with science-fueled fun."
Number of seasons: 2
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Julie's Greenroom
Netflix's description: "Adorable puppets stage their own musical under the watchful eye of mentor Julie Andrews in this original kids' series from the Jim Henson Company."
Number of seasons: 1
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Word Party
Netflix's description: "Meet Bailey, Franny, Kip and Lulu. They're adorable baby animals, and they want you to join the party and help them learn!"
Number of seasons: 3
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Beat Bugs
Netflix's description: "With songs made famous by the Beatles, five friendly bugs learn big lessons about the world around them -- all from the safety of their own backyard."
Number of seasons: 3
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Ask the StoryBots
Netflix's description: "Five curious little creatures track down the answers to kids' biggest questions, like how night happens or why we need to brush our teeth."
Number of seasons: 2
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Kazoops!
Netflix's description: "Music meets imagination in this inventive animated series about thinking outside the box and having fun."
Number of seasons: 3
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Treehouse Detectives
Netflix's description: "When their animal friends need help, brother-and-sister team Toby and Teri use the clues and follow the facts to solve mysteries in their own backyard."
Number of seasons: 2
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Motown Magic
Netflix's description: "Imaginative boy Ben transforms his city by bringing colorful street art to life, armed with a magic paintbrush — and the classic sounds of Motown."
Number of seasons: 1
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True and the Rainbow Kingdom
Netflix's description: "When something's wrong in the Rainbow Kingdom, bighearted guardian True and her best friend, Bartleby, are there to grant wishes and save the day."
Number of seasons: 1
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True: Magical Friends
Netflix's description: "The power of friendship can solve any problem -- and the Rainbow Kingdom's got plenty to go around. Cue Bartleby and True for the rescue!"
Number of seasons: 1
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True: Wonderful Wishes
Netflix's description: "Do-gooding True and Bartleby will go anywhere to make wishes come true — from the bottom of the Living Sea to the tip of Mount Tippy Tippy Top!"
Number of seasons: 1
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Dance & Sing With True
Netflix's description: "True and her friends are making music -- and they want you to dance and sing along. So cut loose, silly goose! These fun beats are totally sweet."
Number of seasons: 1
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Luna Petunia
Netflix's description: "With help from her magic toy chest, fun-loving Luna Petunia enters the fantastic land of Amazia, where adventures, friendship and learning await."
Number of seasons: 3
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Luna Petunia: Return to Amazia
Netflix's description: "Luna Petunia returns to magical Amazia, adding memories to her scrapbook with old friends — and a new pal from the Animal Empire."
Number of seasons: 2
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Popples
Netflix's description: "The adorable Best Popple Pals love helping their friends and neighbors, but every time they do it seems to backfire in hilarious ways."
Number of seasons: 3
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Puffin Rock
Netflix's description: "Life is sweet on beautiful Puffin Rock, where puffling Oona, her baby brother Baba and their pals learn about nature, friendship and family."
Number of seasons: 2
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VeggieTales in the City
Netflix's description: "With exciting trips to the big city, the ski slopes and beyond, the Veggie friends expand their horizons and learn valuable faith-based lessons."
Number of seasons: 2
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VeggieTales in the House
Netflix's description: "Bob the Tomato, Larry the Cucumber and their Veggie pals venture beyond the kitchen counter in these playful adventures with Christian themes."
Number of seasons: 4