CoComelon Goes Live-Action With “CoComelon Classroom” Spinoff Series

National Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey stars as the popular Ms. Appleberry, 

in a new series filled with learning, music, special surprises and appearances

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LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPT. 4, 2024 – Moonbug Entertainment, a part of Candle Media, today 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. Little ones will love the show’s fun classroom activities and catchy music, while parents can feel confident about its special focus on early English-language learning.

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. Ms. Appleberry quickly became one of the most loved and recognizable animated characters in the series, also appearing in “CoComelon Lane” on Netflix and the “CoComelon Live! JJ's Journey” live show.

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.

Each lesson is presented through playful activities, and the music that made CoComelon a worldwide phenomenon. 

• Surprises: Each episode delights viewers with a surprise as they join Ms. Appleberry and special guests in learning “What’s inside the Melon Learning Box?” In this exciting moment, young viewers can learn through play, encouraging them to tap into their imagination and curiosity.

• Special Guests: In some episodes, JJ joins Ms. Appleberry in the classroom to learn, sing, and play in animated form. Celebrity guests like Keke Palmer make special appearances to unveil the surprise inside the Melon Learning Box.

• Music: Viewers can sing along to their favorite CoComelon songs in new, interactive ways with Ms. Appleberry. 

With insight and input from learning specialist Dr. Natascha Crandall, reading specialist and  literacy consultant Shelly Klein, and nationally recognized 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 behavioral and emotional regulation. Each episode combines these elements with CoComelon's signature songs and relatable characters, ensuring that learning remains engaging and accessible. Juliana’s portrayal of Ms. Appleberry brings the authenticity and credibility of a real-life classroom into the show, enhancing its focus on early learning curriculum. 

“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.”

Earlier this summer, CoComelon’s brand of early learning through play went interactive when Moonbug released CoComelon’s first learning app, “CoComelon - Kids Learn & Play.” With an expert-designed curriculum for kids aged 2-5, the app is filled with activities that support cognitive, social and emotional development – all set to children’s favorite nursery rhymes.

The series premieres on YouTube with two new episodes September 21, with a third episode launching September 22. New episodes launch weekly. For more information, subscribe to youtube.com/@cocomelonclassroom. 

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About CoComelon

CoComelon is one of the biggest kids’ entertainment franchises in the world. It follows JJ and his adorable siblings and friends as they go on adventures to explore and learn about the world around them. CoComelon helps kids relate to their earliest experiences, equipping them with skills to embrace life’s earliest lessons, like recognizing shapes, learning to use the potty, or wearing a silly hairstyle for fun. 

Early learning principles are at the brand’s core, and the show is developed with insights and expertise from child development experts. 

Available in more than 20 languages, including ASL, the show has more than 4 billion monthly views across platforms like Netflix and YouTube. CoComelon and its spin off shows, including “Cody Time,” “JJ's Animal Time” and the Netflix Original “CoComelon Lane,” are distributed by more than 40 global broadcast and streaming partners across 80 countries. The franchise has expanded since it was acquired by Moonbug Entertainment in 2020 to include consumer products, streaming music, games and live entertainment. 

About Moonbug Entertainment

Moonbug is an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow. The company is behind some of the biggest kids’ entertainment brands in the world including CoComelon and Blippi. Moonbug believes every child should have access to entertaining and enriching content, making its shows available on more than 150 video platforms globally including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. The company is also a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences, available on 100+ audio platforms globally. Moonbug brands extend far beyond the screen to include streaming music, consumer products and live events.

Moonbug is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises. By bringing together elite talent operating at the intersection of content, community, and commerce, it helps to position leading entertainment businesses for accelerated, sustainable growth in the current market and beyond. Candle is run by its Co-Chairmen and Co-CEOs, leading entertainment executives Kevin Mayer and Tom Staggs, and backed by investment capital from funds managed by Blackstone’s flagship private equity business.