Those of us who grew up playing the computer game and watching the game show will love introducing the globe-trotting Carmen to a new generation of kids. But in this iteration, Carmen is trying to thwart evil.
That’s right, gumshoes! The story of the legendary professional thief has been remixed into a cartoon series.
The Boy Who Harnessed the Windīased on the book of the same name, this movie tells the real-life story of William Kamkwamba, who saved his village by inventing a windmill. In this movie based on a true story, a guardian and his kids partner with a washed-up boat captain for a chance to win a lucrative fishing competition in order to save their orphanage. Amelia: A Tale of Two SistersĮight decades after her disappearance, Amelia Earhart’s incredible accomplishments are still celebrated, thanks in large part to her sister Muriel.
Alien WorldsĪ series that blends science fact and fiction to imagine alien life on other planets.
A Plastic Oceanĭocumentary filmmaker Craig Leeson discovers a startling amount of plastic pollution in the world’s oceans. This documentary follows David Attenborough, a famed naturalist, who maps how steeply the planet’s biodiversity has diminished over his lifetime. Best educational Netflix shows for middle school A Life on Our Planet
Perfect for daily openers or brain breaks! The Who Was? Showīased on the popular book series, this live-action sketch-comedy show brings important historical figures, like King Tut, Marie Antoinette, and Pablo Picasso, to life in an entertaining and hilarious way. These short videos (3-4 minutes each) teach opposites, colors, and more. Meet Bailey, Franny, Kip, and Lulu, four cute and adorable baby animals, who want you to join in with the fun and help them learn. Have students compare the film version to the classic novel of the same name.
Waffles + MochiĬurious puppet pals Waffles and Mochi travel the world exploring the wonders of food and culture while learning how to cook with fresh ingredients. Six-year old Hank and his best pal, a giant trash truck, explore the world around them on fantastical adventures with their animal friends. Rhyme Time Townĭaisy and Cole use music and imagination to solve problems in a town filled with nursery rhyme characters.
Puff: Wonders of the ReefĪ baby pufferfish travels through a wondrous microworld full of fantastical creatures as he searches for a home on the Great Barrier Reef. Pocoyoįollow the exploits of a fun-loving, curious little boy who loves to play and explore. Pacificumįour scientists offer a sweeping yet intimate exploration of Peru’s majestic coastline. If you teach about the ocean, chances are there’s an Octonauts episode related to your unit. Numberblocksįollow these cheerful blocks as they work and sing in Numberland. The Most Unknownįrom physics to psychology, nine scientists share ideas and seek common ground by delving into deep existential questions. Frizzle to the rescue! Stream episodes on the human body, gardening, weather, and more. When a science concept just isn’t clicking for your students … Ms. Learning Songs by Little Baby BumĪdorable songs that include “Baby Shark,” “Five Little Monsters Jumping on the Bed,” “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star,” and more! Llama Llamaīeloved children’s book character Llama Llama springs to life in this heartwarming series about family, friendship and learning new things. In Justin’s dreams, he and his imaginary friends Olive and Squidgy travel around the world learning about nature and other cultures. Izzy Bee and her family rescue koalas in need and help them head back into the wild on Australia’s Magnetic Island. Observe different animals as they age from babies to adults. Emily’s Wonder LabĮmily Caladrelli shares science experiments to help make STEAM fun! If I Were an Animal Charlie’s Colorforms CityĬharlie creates fun stories using different shapes, and he needs your help! Follow him on various adventures throughout the world … and beyond. With kindness, curiosity and childlike wonder, five best friends explore their colorful world and find the extraordinary in everyday things. This science-based show answers all sorts of questions kids tend to ask. Celebrity appearances and a music video at the end of each episode only add to the fun.
The only thing more curious than the bots are kids. Best educational Netflix shows for elementary school Ada Twist, Scientistīased on the books, Ada Twist and her two best friends are asking big questions-and working together to discover the truth about everything! Ask the Storybots