Animals All Around Me!

Animals in the Backyard
Did you know that many animals live near people? Bees often visit backyards that have flowers. Discover these and other interesting facts in Animals in the Backyard.

Backyard Insects
Did you know that an insect is an animal with six legs and three body parts? Many adult insects can fly. Discover these and other interesting facts in Backyard Insects.

Bear Smart
Did you know that being “bear smart” means knowing how to stay safe around different bears? People should keep away from bears and read trail signs for bear warnings before hiking. Discover more in Bear Smart, part of the EYEDISCOVER collection of AV2 books

My Cat
Did you know that cats sleep for more than 15 hours each day? They use their rough tongues to clean themselves. Discover more about these feline friends in My Cat.

My Cow
Did you know that cows need to be milked twice a day? A cow can run faster than a horse in deep mud. Discover more about these amazing animals in My Cow.

My Horse
Did you know that there are more than 300 kinds of horses on Earth? Some horses run in races and win trophies. Discover more about these amazing animals in My Horse.

My Labrador
Did you know that Labrador puppies should sleep for 16 hours a day? The Labrador is the most popular dog breed in the United States. Discover more about these beloved pets in My Labrador.

My Pig
Did you know that pigs are some of the smartest animals on Earth? Pigs keep themselves very clean. Discover more about these farm animals in My Pig.

My Rabbit
Did you know that pet rabbits should eat once a day? Some rabbits sleep with their eyes open. Discover more about these furry companions in My Rabbit.

Jump Like Animals!
A song about moving like zoo animals. Interactive and encourages children to move with the music.

Funny Animal Jokes 8
Five funny animal themed jokes for kids!

Dance Dance Noodlution - Full Body Dance
Get ready to dance and move as the song calls out which part of your body to wiggle, shake, or groove! This high-energy activity builds listening skills, coordination, and body awareness through playful movement.

Would You Rather Episode 25
Let's play a game of Would You Rather! We've got some silly questions to make you think and laugh.

Elephant Hokey Pokey
Did you know the elephants at the Smithsonian National Zoo can do the Hokey Pokey? Let's do the Elephant Hokey Pokey together!

Playaway Aerobics: Freeze!
Are you ready to move and groove? Dancing helps you stay active and healthy! Dance to the beat, but FREEZE when you hear the special freeze sound!

Guided Doodling: Crab
Listen, imagine, and draw as you’re guided step-by-step to create an image. This creative activity builds listening skills, focus, and artistic confidence.

Elephant Happy and You Know It
What do elephants do when they are happy? They flap their ears! Let's be elephants together with a new verison of this classic interactive song from Nick the Music Man!

I Spy 7
Let's play I Spy & I Hear! Try to find these 5 unique items!

Instrument or Animal?
A listening based trivia game where kids will learn about instruments, animals, and the sounds they make!

Funny Animal Jokes 2
Five funny animal themed jokes for kids!

Here Come the Elephants
Let's walk, stomp, and trumpet together like an elephant with this interactive song!

What's That Sound? Episode 10
Welcome to "What's that Sound?", the game show where we play a sound and you try to guess what it is! Got it? Great! Let's Play!

Yoga for After School: Garden Adventure
Have you had a long day? Did you have to sit around more than you would have liked to? Do you need a bit of a wakeup? This is the perfect episode for you, because today we are going to get moving and exploring in this afterschool practice.

Baby Bunny's Lullabies
Baby Bunny goes to be bed with this lullaby from Highlights!

Acres of Sheep to Help You Sleep
When Miranda can't fall asleep, she counts sheep.

Playaway Meditations - Wind Down
Sit or lay down and relax while listening to a custom, guided meditation from Playaway!

Sleepy Wildlife
This soundscape is inspired by Wangari Maathai. At night, the sounds of the jungle come to life. The wind rustling through the trees, the nearby stream bubbling, the crickets chirping, all combine, making a sweet song that lulls you to rest.