Moonbug launching live action CoComelon series
September 4, 2024
Moonbug Entertainment, a part of Candle Media, has announced the launch of its newest series CoComelon Classroom, the first live-action spinoff series from the CoComelon universe. The series blends animation with live- action, bringing to life the wholesome world and characters of CoComelon, the #1 most-viewed kids’ franchise on YouTube.
The series invites children to interact with a real-life Ms Appleberry, the cherished teacher from CoComelon, who comes to life in the series with a performance by educator and 2021 National Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey. CoComelon viewers were introduced to Ms Appleberry in 2019, when JJ met her on his first day of preschool at Melon Patch Academy.
In each episode, real-life Ms Appleberry speaks directly to young viewers, welcoming them to the classroom made famous in CoComelon. Together, they learn, play and sing about something new – from sounding out a new word, to identifying emotions, and exploring farms or the weather – alongside familiar faces and new friends.
With insight and input from learning specialist Dr. Natascha Crandall, reading specialist and literacy consultant Shelly Klein, and nationally recognised educator Juliana Urtubey, CoComelon Classroom goes beyond entertainment. The show integrates themes that are essential to early childhood cognitive, social and emotional development – like sensory processing, language development, and behavioural and emotional regulation. Each episode combines these elements with CoComelon‘s signature songs and relatable characters, ensuring that learning remains engaging and accessible.
“CoComelon Classroom brings the warmth and learning expertise of a real National Teacher of the Year into homes everywhere, expanding access to trusted, quality educational programming for families around the world,” said Meghan Sheridan, Senior Creative Executive for CoComelon. “We can’t wait for young viewers to experience the joy and dedication of Juliana Urtubey as the iconic Ms Appleberry, and all the delightful surprises she has in store for young viewers.”
The series premieres on YouTube with two new episodes on September 21st, with a third episode on September 22nd.