Good Night, Little Ones! facts for kids
Good Night, Little Ones! (Russian: Спокойной ночи, малыши!, romanized: Spokoynoy nochi, malyshi!) is a super popular and long-running children's television show from Russia. It's like a bedtime story for kids across the country! This show has been on air for a very long time, starting way back in 1964 when Russia was part of the Soviet Union. Today, you can still watch it on the Carousel TV channel.
What is Good Night, Little Ones!?
This show is a daily program designed to help young children wind down before bedtime. It usually features a mix of cartoons, educational segments, and puppet characters who talk about different topics. The show often ends with a calming story or song, preparing kids for a good night's sleep. It's a beloved part of many Russian children's childhoods.
A Long History on TV
Good Night, Little Ones! first aired on September 1, 1964. Imagine a show that has been on TV for over 50 years! It started during the time of the Soviet Union and has continued to be popular through many changes in the country. Over the decades, the show has introduced many different puppet characters and hosts, but its main goal of entertaining and educating children before bed has stayed the same.
Famous Friends and Guests
One cool moment in the show's history happened in 1988. The famous American children's TV host, Fred Rogers, from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, made a special guest appearance! He visited the set of Good Night, Little Ones! and even brought one of his puppet friends, Daniel Striped Tiger. This visit was also shown on Mister Rogers' Neighborhood during a special week about "Nighttime." It was a wonderful way for two different children's shows from different countries to connect and share their magic.
