Updated 01/07/2024. Here is a list of my Top 10 children’s TV programs in Spanish. Some are original productions and others with voice-overs. Either way many episodes can be found on YouTube and will keep your little one entertained for hours. While watching TV in a different language children are being exposed to a whole new world and lots of new vocabulary – they are indeed, unknowingly “learning” a new language. With a little planning by us parents we can assist their learning by preparing activities related to the programs they have been watching. Eg. printing a colouring-in sheet of Pocoyó and saying the colours in Spanish!
Pocoyó
Enjoy Pocoyo’s cartoons with all the complete episodes and songs of your favorite series in Spanish!
These videos are fun and educational and simple enough to watch in Spanish.
Watch on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@pocoyo
Salsa
Salsa is an award-winning Spanish language series for young learners aged from five to nine years old. Spanish is taught with Puppets in familiar stories with digital graphics and animation.
Not only are all the episode free , there are also free print resources and complimentary activities to accompany each episode.
Watch here: www.gpb.org
Plaza Sésamo
Another fabulous channel full of engaging episode of Sesame Street in Spanish. All episodes are available on YouTube.
Watch on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@plazasesamo
Topa y Muni
Topa and Muni were the faces of Disney Junior in Argentina. This was our favourite programme while I lived there raising my own two young children bilingually.
They no longer produce shows for Disney but you can watch previous episodes on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@TopaYMuniChannel
PAKAPAKA
This is the No.1 public TV children’s TV channel in Argentina. On the YouTube channel you can rewatch all of the programmes as well as watching LIVE.
Watch on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@CanalPakapaka
Peppa Pig (en Español)
Although originally a British show, the Spanish-dubbed version of “Peppa Pig” is extremely popular in Spanish-speaking countries. The show revolves around Peppa, a cheeky little pig, her family, and friends, teaching kids about everyday life and social skills.
Watch on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@PeppaPigEspanolOficial
Dora La Exploradora (Dora The Explorer)
Another imported show that has been a hit in Spanish-speaking countries, “Dora la Exploradora” follows a young girl named Dora and her monkey friend Boots as they embark on various adventures. The show is educational, teaching Spanish and problem-solving skills.
Watch on The Nick Jr. en Español YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/@NickJrEspanol
Cleo y Cuquín
This animated series is based on the classic Spanish comic “La Familia Telerín.” It features Cleo and her baby brother Cuquín as they go on imaginative adventures, learning important life lessons and values along the way.
Watch on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@cleoycuquin
Los Lunnis
A classic Spanish children’s show featuring a group of puppet characters called “Los Lunnis.” The show combines entertainment with educational content, teaching kids about history, science, and culture through stories and songs.
Watch on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/@LosLunnis
CoComelon
The most watched children’s TV show in Spain as of 2024 is “CoComelon.” This YouTube sensation, known for its brightly colored and musical animations, has captivated young audiences in Spain and many other countries. Its popularity is driven by engaging content that includes nursery rhymes and educational themes, making it a favorite among children and parents alike
Watch on YouTube here: CoComelon en Español – Canciones Infantiles – YouTube
Do you watch any of these programmes with your child? Are there any that you watch that I haven’t included in my Top 10? Comment below and let me know what you think!