Small Potatoes
A great pick
Ages 3–6First shown 2011
The Small Potatoes are a band of four singing potatoes who travel the world making music and making friends. Their songs range from Motown to Rock n' Roll to Hip Hop, and each music video has the look and feel of a different musical era.
Our verdict
- Good influence 5/5
- Parent appeal 5/5
- Well made 4/5
Small Potatoes is widely celebrated for its high-quality, genre-spanning music and its use of authentic child voices, which many adults find as charming as their children do. While some critics feel the storytelling is very simple, the show is highly regarded for the way it models curiosity and emotional expression.
Why these scores
Good influence
Does it show behaviour you'd be happy to see copied?
5out of 5
The show is highly praised for modeling emotional intelligence and curiosity, with characters who openly discuss their feelings and explore their surroundings. Reviewers highlight that positive messages regarding self-esteem and family are delivered gently and avoid being overly preachy.
Parent appeal
Will you enjoy watching it with them?
5out of 5
Most parents find the series genuinely clever and charming, with some even choosing to watch it on their own for the music and humor. While one reviewer found the show's preschool-oriented tropes a bit bland, the overwhelming consensus is that it is a rare program that adults can thoroughly enjoy alongside their children.
Well made
Are the writing, animation and sound made with care?
4out of 5
The series features exceptionally well-crafted music that spans multiple genres, and reviewers frequently praise the use of natural, unscripted voice work from real children. Though one critic suggested the narrative and character development are somewhat thin, the production is generally seen as creative and high-quality.
Watch-outs
Overstimulating: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Toy-led: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Grating audio: not enough data
We haven't found enough independent sources to say yet.
Where to watch
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Last updated 11 October 2026.