With schools and workplaces closed around the world, parents are facing a new challenge: getting work done while keeping their kids safe and entertained-and maybe even helping them learn something. Many are turning to Spotify for all things audio, whether that be soothing songs or suspenseful stories to stream for their little ones.
We took a look at music and podcasts streaming around the world for the week of March 17-23, when many adults and children stayed home. We found that parents have been playing everything from lullabies to help their children sleep to podcasts that spark curiosity.
Read on for audio inspiration-as well as some of our own recommendations for out-of-the-[boom]-box entertainment ideas.
Music for every moment For the most part, parents have been turning to music to help keep their children calm and put them to sleep-and maybe even get themselves down for a nap as well! Rest-related playlists like Baby Sleep, Music Box Lullabies, and Baby Sleep Aid: Rain Sounds are some of the top-streamed Kids & Family playlists globally. In Germany, Disney zum Mitsingen is high in the rankings, and in France, Comptines & Chansons scores as well. Additionally, Disney Favorites, universal to families around the world, is a top choice.
It's clear that soothing sounds for sleep win among parents, but families are filling waking hours with plenty of music too. Soundtracks like High School Musical and Frozen 2, as well as Disney Sing-Alongs, have seen an increase in streams compared to a week prior. Older kids are likely enjoying Kidz Bop's takes on recent pop songs, with Old Town Road, Se orita, and Dance Monkey being streamed the most.
Of course, your children may also enjoy non-kid-specific playlists-we know, it's a surprise to us too. Take this opportunity to have them experience the magic (and sometimes silliness) that are The Beatles and Queen with our This Is The Beatles and This Is Queen playlists.
If excess screen time is something you're trying to avoid, introduce kids to the best music from beloved shows, including Peppa Pig and Sesame Street. Or, play some of the best Movie Theme Songs for Kids and ask them to act out the action and adventure themselves. Finally, if they need to blow off some steam, try Hip-Hopscotch and Reggae Recess on for size.
Podcasts for playtime Podcasts aren't just for parents-there are plenty of specially made shows for kids, with storytelling and child-like curiosity in mind. Looking for an age-appropriate podcast for your child? Below are a few recommendations for shows for kids, arranged by age.
Story Pirates (Ages 3+)
The Story Pirates-an especially popular pick for listeners in the past week-aren't your typical swashbuckling sailors. They don't steal gold, pillage villages, or claim land; they're searching for a different kind of treasure: kids' wildest, most imaginative stories. Each week, the crew aboard the Story Pirates' ship-including world-class actors, comedians, improvisers, and musicians-takes original stories from real kids around the country and turns them into a wildly funny comedy podcast for kids.
Chompers (Ages 3-7)
Make tooth time easy with this morning and night tooth-brushing show for kids. Kids will hear jokes, riddles, stories, fun facts, silly songs, and more that'll keep them giggling while they brush for the full two minutes that dentists recommend. To help your family build good brushing habits-something that is especially important as dentist trips in the near future may be limited-Chompers counts the times you brush and celebrates your streaks.
Every Little Thing (Ranges by episode, 7+)
Who invented pants? How did pink for girls and blue for boys happen? What do dogs say when they bark? Every Little Thing is here to answer your kids' (and your own) burning questions. Recent episodes include Is It Weird to Be Nice to Alexa?, Symphony Secrets: Dirt from the Pit, and Anesthesia and a Mysterious Chili Cheese Fry Craving.
The Two Princes (Preteens and teens)
Another top podcast from the past week: The Two Princes. When Prince Rupert sets out to break the mysterious curse that's destroying his kingdom, he's ready to face whatever dastardly villain or vile monster stands in his way. What he isn't prepared for are the bewildering new emotions he feels when he meets the handsome Amir, a rival prince on a quest to save his own realm. Forced to team up, the two princes soon discover that the only thing more difficult than saving their kingdoms is following their hearts. Plus, there are even more adventures in Season 2.
For more content for kids, head to the Kids & Family hub.
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With schools and workplaces closed around the world, parents are facing a new challenge: getting work done while keeping their kids safe and entertained-and maybe even helping them learn something. Many are turning to Spotify for all things audio, whether that be soothing songs or suspenseful stories to stream for their little ones.
