StoryBots: Why Do I Have To Sleep At Night?

After a long day of work, Bang investigates why humans need sleep when it’s much more fun to stay awake. Themes include: importance of sleep, dreaming. Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Bang: Fred Tatasciore Natalie: Amanda Christine Bing: Jeff Gill Moonbeam: David Cross Harpy: Susan Lousie O’Connor Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Gregg Spiridellis Story Consulting: Rachel Graham Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett Studio Teacher: Chelsea Northrop

After Ada loses her first tooth, The Questioneers develop a plan to meet the Tooth Fairy. Themes include: Losing a tooth, working together as a team, problem solving, dreaming, drifting off to sleep after an adventure.  Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Ada Twist: Amanda Christine Rosie Revere: Candace Kozak Iggy Peck: Nicholas Crovetti Tooth Fairy: Aleisha Force Tooth Troll: Jeff Gill Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Kerri Grant Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett Studio Teacher: Chelsea Northrop

Lobo has his first ever sleepover with Frankie. After the excited pair get ready for bed, Lobo needs extra help quieting his mind to fall asleep. Themes include: Sleepover anxiety, downregulating from high energy to low energy, strategies for naming and relieving negative emotions, comfort from a parental figure. Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Lobo: Alessandro Juliani Frankie: Erin Matthews Mr. Howler: Alessandro Juliani Mrs. Mash: Erin Matthews Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Kaaren Brown Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett

Chip and Potato go on a nighttime adventure to find Spud’s missing Zinger jewel. Themes include: Getting ready for bed, dealing with disappointment, comforting cuddles with a snuggly pal. Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Chip: AJ Oliver Spud: Chance Hurstfield Little Momma: Briana Buckmaster Potato: Andrea Libman Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: David Ingham Director: Hannah Cope Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett

Dante has misplaced his stuffy and he can’t fall asleep without it. Ridley and Dudley help Dante explore the museum to find his favorite toy, and get cozy before bedtime. Themes include: Downregulating from high energy to low energy, working together as a team, help and comfort from friends.  Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Ridley Jones: Iara Nemirovsky Dante: Tyler Shamy Dudley: David Errigo Jr. Mummy Guard: David Errigo Jr. Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Jennifer Bardekoff Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett Studio Teacher: Chelsea Northrop

Hank and friends chase down their tire swing after it rolls down the hill. Themes include: Working together as a team, downregulating from high energy to low energy, strategies for falling asleep, sounds of nature. Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5!   Cast Hank: Henry Keane Mom: Megan Paul Walter: Brian Baumgartner Donny: Lucas Neff Trash Truck: Glen Keane Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Max Keane Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett Studio Teacher: Chelsea Northrop

After a big day of playing, Freddie accidentally “catches” Cory’s yawn, and the two must do whatever it takes to get Cory’s yawn back before bedtime. Themes include: Downregulating from high energy to low energy, and enjoying numerous yawns.  Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Cory: Lincoln Kipp Freddie: Smith Foreman Papa: Paul Killam Mama: Kerry Gudjohnsen Chrissy: Isla Roller Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Tone Thyne Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Showrunner: Hannah Cope Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett Studio Teacher: Joan Fontaine-Gingg

The day before the big carnival, Miserable Marla is keeping everyone awake with her storming. StarBeam is determined to get a good night’s sleep and quiet Marla down. Themes include: Strategies for falling asleep, regulating big emotions.  Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5! Cast Starbeam: Nahanni Mitchell Mom: Diana Kaarina Marla: Maryke Hendrikse Crew Produced by Spoke Media for Netflix Jr. Child Development Consultant: Dr. Tina Bryson Writer: Noelle Wright Director: Hannah Cope and Caroline Hamilton Executive Producers: Keith Reynolds, Alia Tavakolian, Janielle Kastner Showrunner: Hannah Cope Producer: Caroline Hamilton Associate Producer: Reyes Mendoza Coordinating Producer: Aleisha Force Mix and Sound Design: Evan Arnett

Wind down with your favorite Netflix Jr. characters in bedtime stories designed to help your little ones relax and drift off to sleep. Created with Dr. Tina Bryson, childhood development expert and author of “The Whole-Brain Child,” each episode helps parents establish a night-time routine so that children can successfully transition gently to sleep, while also building skills to navigate the world. Follow @NetflixFamily on social and Netflix Jr. on YouTube. And go to NetflixJr.com to learn more and sign up for our free magazine for kids ages 2-5!