Whether it's during media interviews or face-to-face with parents and caregivers, people often have one response when we tell them about our children's show...

"So, it's like Ms. Rachel?"

Yes...and no.

Why We Love Ms. Rachel

First, let's talk about the amazing things Ms. Rachel does:

1. Her focus on speech development is incredibly helpful for children with various needs.
2. Plus, she mixes live-action and animation, which is great for kids’ development. It's so beneficial for children to see real people during their growing stages instead of just 3D or CGI animation.
3. And, of course, kids absolutely love her content!

What We Have in Common

1. Both The Nap Time Show and Ms. Rachel use a mix of live-action and animation, which keeps things fun and engaging for the kiddos.
2. We both create fantastic original music that everyone can enjoy.
3. We both incorporate social-emotional learning into our content.
4. And most importantly, we both aim to serve our community without exploiting it. We’re all about giving back and making a positive impact!

What Sets The Nap Time Show Apart

Here’s where The Nap Time Show really stands out.

1. Unlike Ms. Rachel, our focus isn't on speech development. Instead, we tackle the widespread restlessness facing families. Did you know that according to the CDC, over a third of kids aren’t getting enough sleep? And a study by Oathcare found that parents are more exhausted than anything, which hinders their ability to love their child. Lack of sleep often means a lack of connection to the people who matter most. That’s why The Nap Time Show offers a solution with episodes, songs, products, and performances designed to change the way kids view rest, so they (and their caregivers) get more of it.
2. Our show is episodic, not just one-off skits and music videos. This gives kids a story to follow along with, strengthening their focus and deductive reasoning skills.
3. Also, while many kids love watching Ms. Rachel, some parents don't. This often leads to parents handing their kids a tablet and walking away. The Nap Time Show is a co-watching series meant to create moments of connection across generations. This helps to build family bonds and reduces the risk of algorithms suggesting inappropriate content.
4. We also pride ourselves on featuring diversity in various ways, with a cast that includes people of color, different generations, and varying physical abilities.

How are we different from the other stuff on YouTube?

Our content is designed to avoid overstimulation.

Did you know that overstimulating visuals are harmful to kids? Fast-paced children’s TV shows can lead to "passive addiction" and cause a dopamine rush that makes kids crave more stimulation.

Signs of overstimulation include:

• refusal to do things
• hiding
• discomfort
• pickiness
• trouble transitioning
• becoming more anti-social

Conclusion

So, in a nutshell, we’re not here to replace Ms. Rachel—we love what she’s doing! Instead, we invite you to add The Nap Time Show to your healthy screen time routine. Together, we can make screen time a more restful and connected experience for the whole family. Happy watching!

Ways to Teach Kids Values of Honesty and Integrity:

1. Lead by Example: Demonstrate honesty in your everyday actions.
2. Storytelling: Share stories and books that highlight the importance of telling the truth.
3. Role-Playing: Use role-play to practice honest scenarios in a fun way.
4. Praise Honesty: Reinforce the behavior by acknowledging and rewarding honest actions.
5. Show Examples: Watch educational videos like our "Tell The Truth" episode featuring Cayman the Crab, where kids can learn through empathy and see honesty in action.

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Free Activity Worksheets for Kids!

It's summer time!

For parents and caregivers looking for fun ways to keep the kids engaged this summer, we just dropped some new and FREE worksheets!

Download Activity Sheets Here

Looking for more ideas? Check out our blog post "Top 10 Summer Activities for Kids to Stay Productive and Have Fun"!

HOT items in the store

Psst, don't forget: as a newsletter subscriber, you get an exclusive $5 coupon to use in our store. To redeem, use the code 'SUMMERSALE24' at checkout and voilà — $5 off (valid thru July 11th extended until Monday, July 29th)!

Inspired by our hit song, The Napping Dinosaurs, this dino-themed night light features different colorways and makes the perfect companion for your afraid-of-the-dark little one.

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This one was a sleeper at first (pun intended 😆), but recently it has skyrocketed in popularity! This cozy cloud pillow is not only too-freaking-cute, it's also incredibly comfy!

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It's officially graphic tee season! Our "powered by naps and snacks" 100% cotton youth tee features a baby panda, a great color combo, and makes for the perfect playdate conversation starter.

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That's all from us! Make it a great week!