If You Love Bluey, You’ll Love These, Too!

If you have a toddler or a preschooler, you probably know who Bluey is.

And if you're a mom who binge-watched Bluey with your kids, you can probably relate to Chilli's checklist: 

• I'll have a little cry
• Pick myself Up
• Dust myself off
• Keep Going! (The show must go on!)

Bluey is a multi-awarded Australian animated series created by Joe Brumm who is believed to be inspired by his own experience of raising two daughters. Brumm previously worked on children's programs in the United Kingdom as a freelance animator and is thought to have also owned a blue heeler growing up.

The show “Bluey” has arguably risen to fame since it launched in October 2018 and since then beloved by both children and parents worldwide. Praise for Bluey is anchored on its positive representation of parenting in everyday moments, relatable depiction of family dynamics, and entertaining way of incorporating life’s lessons. It is the story of a six-year-old blue heeler puppy (Australian cattle dog) named Bluey, and her adventures with her ‘furmily’: Bingo (her sister), Bandit (her dad), and Chilli (her mom).

This heartwarming series is known for its humor, realistic family life including its complexities such as death, infertility, and miscarriage, and a consistent showcase of imaginative play. This series has a muted color palette and gentle pace in storytelling, which is ideal for a very young audience (but parents love them too!)

Now while we hope and await for the Heeler family to come back in season 4, we’ve rounded up a list of shows that you’d love, too, just like Bluey!

Kids’ shows that will give you a Bluey vibe

Go! Go! Cary Carson

A family of four, Go! Go! Cary Carson reminds you of the Bluey family with relatable family routine and dynamics, including their daily stresses and challenges. Cory, and his sister, Chrissy, are the two young kiddie cars of the Carson family who bask in everyday adventures in their loving community of cars.

Watch Go! Go! Cory Carson on Netflix.

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood

Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, inspired by "Mister Rogers Neighborhood," features 4-year-old Daniel Tiger, son of the original program's Daniel Striped Tiger.

Just like Bluey, Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood is a heartwarming series for children and adults alike. It can be enjoyed by the whole family as a wholesome visual treat laden with essential life lessons. Similarly, the show is governed by the power of imagination, where young viewers are being summoned into a delightful world that explores the highs and lows of growing up, all sung in captivating melodies. Everyday, Daniel invites a new breed of preschoolers into the Neighborhood of Make-Believe where young viewers are driven towards timeless, important lessons on empathy, kindness, and understanding.

Daniel shares his daily undertakings with his family as well as his pals: O the Owl, Katerina Kittycat, Prince Wednesday and Miss Elaina. With the help of Daniel and his friends, preschoolers walk into a world of adventure and learn practical skills vital for growing and developing.

Watch Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood on Youtube and PBS Kids. 

Trash Truck

Trash Truck, is a soft and endearing series in a muted color palette like Bluey’s, focuses around a six-year-old boy named Hank and his best friend, a giant dump truck named Trash Truck.

Along with their friends, a bear named Walter, a raccoon named Donny, and a mouse named Ms. Mona, they embark on imaginative adventures, learning valuable lessons along the way. If you like Puffin Rock and Bluey, you will love Trash Truck, too. The graphics and visuals are less-stimulating and the conversation among characters is calming; excellent for preschoolers. This is great for the entire family, too!

Watch Trash Truck on Netflix.

Chip and Potato

Chip and Potato is a story between a kindergarten-aged pug and her mouse best friend, Potato. The show is designed for preschool-aged children and it centers on themes like growing up, making friends, and facing new challenges.

Kids will love this gentle series with woven stories of mundane yet significant moments of early childhood under the loving arms of Momma and Poppa and other puggy pups. Although the colors in this series are not muted and is rather colorful, the story of Chip and her ‘puggy’ family also includes positive messages about problem-solving, empathy, family love, and resilience–a running theme similar to Bluey’s.

Watch Chip and Potato on Netflix.

Puffin Rock

Puffin Rock is a high-quality animated series from which children can learn about different animal species and their respective behaviors. This series follows a young puffin named Oona and her baby brother Baba as they embark on an adventure and explore their world. "Puffin Rock" is well-suited for preschoolers and young children who enjoy exploring the wonders of nature through the eyes of lovable animal characters.

Just like Bluey’s, it’s a series that parents can feel good about letting their children watch, thanks to its educational content and positive messages.

Watch Puffin Rock on Netflix.

Octonauts

Based on children’s books written by Meomi Design Inc., Octonauts is an animated television series where eight underwater adventurers explore undersea adventures with the help of a fleet of aquatic vehicles. In 2021, the Octonauts also unraveled land-based habitats of the natural world. It is an excellent choice for young children interested in animals, adventure, and the natural world. 

Both "Bluey" and "The Octonauts" offer enriching and pleasing content that can captivate and teach young viewers in significant ways, making them excellent choices for preschool and early elementary-aged children.

Watch Octonauts on Netflix.

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