Kids content moves fast.
New favorites emerge, old classics get rediscovered, and patrons expect a library’s digital shelf to keep up. Here’s a look at what’s currently drawing the most attention in Hoopla’s kids video collection:
Movies kids are watching right now
Hoopla’s kids video catalog spans everything from early-learning content to family movie night favorites:
The Pout-Pout Fish: Based on the beloved picture book, a gloomy fish learns that spreading smiles is more fun than spreading dreariness. A natural early-literacy tie-in for any library that already has the picture book on its shelves.
Charlie The Wonderdog: A lovable pup gains superpowers after a close encounter and has to use them to stop a scheming cat’s plan for world domination. A brand-new release patrons may already be searching for, streaming now with no waitlist or copy to track down.
3 Ninjas: Three brothers trained in martial arts by their grandfather put their skills to the test against a gang of kidnappers. A nostalgia pick that gives the grown-ups at family movie night something to enjoy too.
Pokemon the Movie 2000: Ash and friends race to save the Legendary birds and restore balance to the Pokémon world. A reliable circulation driver for a fandom that has yet to slow down.
Popular TV series
From nature adventures to nostalgic favorites, Hoopla’s kids TV lineup gives patrons full seasons to watch, no episode-by-episode holds required:
Wild Kratts: The Kratt brothers explore animal habitats and creature powers in this beloved nature adventure series. An easy tie-in for nature and STEM programming that keeps school-age patrons watching and learning.
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: Mister Rogers’ gentle spirit lives on in this preschool favorite about kindness, feelings, and everyday problem-solving. A trusted early childhood pick, ready-made for storytime.
Hey Arnold! – Season 1: The football-headed fourth grader and his city neighborhood crew navigate school, friendship, and everyday adventure. Nostalgia programming that draws in caregivers while giving your video collection some ‘90s range.
Sonic Prime: Sonic gets thrown across a shattered multiverse and has to collect the pieces before an army of villains beats him to it. Keeps your collection current with one of gaming’s most requested franchises.
Digimon Adventure: 2020 – Season 1: A group of kids is pulled into the Digital World and partnered with creatures called Digimon to defend it from destruction. A fresh entry point for anime-curious kids, plus a welcome addition for longtime fans checking your shelves.
The Last Kids on Earth – Complete Series: A kid and his ragtag friends fend off monsters and zombies with plenty of humor in this post-apocalyptic favorite. A built-in readers’ advisory tie-in for fans of the popular book series, and a solid pick for middle-grade programming.
Ninjago: Dragons Rising: After a world-merging event reshapes Ninjago, a new team of young ninjas sets out to track down dragon powers and stop an authoritarian threat. A natural fit alongside LEGO and building programs, and a steady draw for tween patrons.
Kids BingePasses: Binge-Friendly, Budget-Friendly
Hoopla’s kids BingePasses let patrons watch an entire series or TV season without each episode counting individually against your library’s usage, a small feature that makes a big difference for families who want to watch a show together over a weekend instead of one episode at a time.
Currently available Kids BingePasses include:
PBS Kids BingePass: Community-based programs that give children the chance to see themselves uniquely reflected and celebrated in lovable, diverse characters.
Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood BingePass: Fred Rogers’ timeless visits to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, full of gentle lessons on kindness and everyday life. A trusted, feel-good screen-time option that’s an easy recommendation for early childhood collections.
Pokémon BingePass: Pokémon companions keep training, battling, and building friendships on their journey through the Pokémon world. Meets steady demand for a top franchise without chipping away at your circulation limits episode by episode.
Blippi SeasonPass: The endlessly curious Blippi explores vehicles, jobs, and everyday wonders to turn learning into playtime. One of the most requested titles for toddlers and preschoolers.
Cocomelon SeasonPass: Sing-along nursery rhymes and gentle lessons on healthy habits and daily routines for the littlest viewers. Consistently one of the highest-demand titles for your youngest patrons, made easier to offer at scale.
The Bottom Line
Whatever your patrons are finding on kids’ offerings on other streaming platforms, there’s a strong chance it’s already here, meaning that you won’t need a second subscription to cover the gap.
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