The Best Podcasts for Preschoolers: Ages 3-5
Whether you’re going for a drive or need 10 minutes of screen-free quiet time, these are the best podcasts to recommend to caregivers of preschoolers or children ages 3-5. Plus, much like audiobooks, podcasts are an excellent way to jumpstart a child’s vocabulary, pronunciation, and comprehension before Kindergarten. These podcasts are not only award winners, but are also widely available for free on multiple platforms.
Best Podcasts for Preschoolers
The Arthur Podcast
Narrated by Wyatt WHite and a full cast
Episode length: 15 Minutes
Arthur shares his favorite adventures with DW, Buster, and other friends from Elwood City. Enjoy classic stories from the beloved television series with updated commentary and interactive questions from Arthur.
Available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Circle Round
Narrated by Rebecca Sheir with special guests
Episode length: 15-25 Minutes
Each episode presents a folk tale from around the world, adapted into a radio play with rich sound and music for kids ages 3-103. The tales explore “important issues like kindness, persistence, and generosity. And each episode ends with an activity that inspires a deeper conversation between children and grown-ups.”
Available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Goodnight, World!
Narrated by Sesame Street Characters & Headspace
Episode length: 20 Minutes
Soothe your little one (and yourself) off to sleep with Elmo and friends. The first part of each episode includes a message from Elmo and other Sesame Street characters that will help children manage emotions or solve problems, and the second part features a narrator from the Headspace meditation app.
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Noodle Loaf
Narrated by Dan Saks & Special Guests
Episode length: 10-15 Minutes
A must-listen for music lovers! Designed and performed by a music education specialist and children’s book author, little ones will love the silly tunes and (sneakily) learn so much about rhythms, rhymes, and more through interactive songs and play.
Available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Pinkalicious & Peterrific
Narrated by Victoria Kann, Nina Porzucki, & Other voice actors
Episode length: 10-15 Minutes
Each episode, you’ll go on a pinkcredible adventure – dancing, singing, and making believe with Pinkalicious and her little brother Peter from the hit PBS Kids show.
Available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
Thomas & Friends Storytime
Narrated by Mark Moraghan, Rachael Miller & Guests
Episode length: 5-30 Minutes
Enjoy the adventures of Thomas the Tank Engine and his many friends, plus magical fairy tales, and more.
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and more.
What’s Poppin’ Penny?
Narrated by Toni Kennedy & a Full Cast
Episode length: 10-20 Minutes
Preschooler Penny has big questions! Join her along with her family, magical teddy bear, and talking cat for adventures “exploring friendship, problem-solving, and managing big feelings—core social-emotional skills that help kids thrive in school and in life.”
Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.
More Resources for Finding the Best Podcasts for Preschoolers
ALA’s Excellence in Early Learning Digital Media Awards list includes podcasts, apps, and shows
Great Podcasts for Little Kids from Common Sense Media
The Best Podcasts for Kids from the Ambies Awards
Top Kids & Family Podcasts from the WEBBY Awards
