Common Sense Media Review
By Fernanda Camargo
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Songs launch lessons in charming preschool musical.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 2+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
What's the Story?
Each episode of LITTLE BABY BUM: MUSIC TIME sees Mia and her friends arrive at school, where they engage in fun activities together until the teacher calls their attention to a "Secret Sound." Kids take turns guessing what object/animal/instrument makes the sound they just heard, encouraging viewer participation. After a few missed turns, they get it right, and the teacher talks about a musical element connecting that sound with the episode's lesson and the music they will learn to sing. Kids ask questions to understand the concept and uncover the social-emotional theme of the episode. When they're ready, they take the stage in a presentation for the parents and the audience.
Is It Any Good?
Fans of the original YouTube song clips won't be disappointed by this charming musical adaptation, which expands the universe of the characters to a colorful class even parents will want to attend. Little Baby Bum: Music Time features a simple structure narrative that doesn't feel boring, lessons that don't feel lecture-y, and moments of interactivity that truly encourage participation. While it may be better fit for a slightly older audience than the one that follows the brand on the video-sharing platform, younger kids are bound to be engaged by the music clip at the end and want to watch the next. There's a missed opportunity for greater representation of different ethnicities with more human characters in season 1.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the benefits of music and how it makes them feel. Ask them what their favorite songs are and what they feel when they hear them.
Children in the show perform a new song every episode. What does it take to prepare a presentation? What are some things you can do to learn a skill?
Notice how all characters have different families -- how would you describe a family? What is the most important thing you believe families should have?
TV Details
- Premiere date : September 25, 2023
- Cast : Mila Lieu , Hannah-Jane Fox , Rishi Kuppa
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Kids Musical TV
- Topics : Arts ( Music and Sing-Along )
- Character Strengths : Perseverance
- TV rating :
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 18, 2025
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