Top 15 cartoons for learning English

Experts Englex We have chosen 15 English cartoon series that will help you learn to perceive speech by ear and expand your vocabulary.

Children's cartoons on English is a great way to immerse yourself in a language, learn new words and learn to understand native speakers. But you need to know how to watch them correctly, as well as which animated series are suitable for children of different ages, and which for adults.

Cartoons for children 5-8 years old

For those who are taking their first steps in learning English from scratch, it is useful to watch teaching cartoons designed for level A1 (Beginner). There is very simple speech, the most necessary words and phrases. And the tasks that must be completed with the heroes will captivate young students.

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For adults starting to learn English, such cartoons are also suitable, because they will immediately begin to develop the skill of understanding speech by ear.

Gogo loves English

Training course "Gogo loves English"by Pearson Longman is ideal for beginners. The main character is the dragon Gogo, who arrived from another planet and is learning American English with Tony and Jenny. Each episode lasts only 5 minutes and is dedicated to a specific topic.

New words and grammatical structures are repeated several times for easier memorization.

Muzzy in Gondoland

Telecourse "Muzzie in Gondoland" from the BBC tells about the alien Muzzy, who flies to the country of Gondoland and finds himself in awkward situations there. The characters speak classic British English and teach Muzzy, as well as the audience, new words and grammar rules. Each episode lasts about 14 minutes.

Later, the creators released a continuation of the story called Muzzy Comes Back, and in 2013 a new version of the course appeared with modern graphics.

Pocoyo

"Pocoyo" is an animated series about a four-year-old boy who communicates, plays and explores the world with his animal friends: Pato the duck, Ellie the elephant and Lula the dog. Two seasons of the English version have been released, and the voiceover belongs to British actor Stephen Fry.

Fans will be able to enjoy his accent. The cartoons last 7 minutes, during which baby Pocoyo learns new words through dialogues and songs.

Peppa Pig

British cartoon "Peppa Pig" loved by children and adults all over the world. 8 seasons and almost 400 episodes have already been released, most of which have been translated into Russian. Each story lasts 5 minutes and is easy to follow. The characters speak slowly and do not use complex words, and much can be understood from the context.

Dora the Explorer

This American cartoon was shown on the Nickelodeon television channel under the title "Dora the Explorer". In the 25-minute episode, the girl Dora and the monkey Shoe undergo tests and solve riddles. And the little viewers they turn to should help with this. Dora asks to say something, find something, show her. To watch the animated series and understand the characters' lines, you need to know the basics of English.

Cartoons for children 8-12 years old

Schoolchildren who have been studying English for several years and have reached level A2 (Elementary) and above have a much wider choice. They are already familiar with basic grammar and have sufficient vocabulary to watch cartoons intended for native-speaking children. Adult students who have successfully mastered the elementary level will also enjoy watching it.

Super Why!

American animated seriesSuper why!” somewhat similar to Dora the Explorer, but the characters speak English faster and more naturally. In each 25-minute episode, Whyatt and his friends turn into superheroes and cope with difficulties with the help of books. The characters teach viewers how to read and write, and also repeat the rules of grammar.

Charlie And Lola

British cartoon "Charlie and Lola" Based on the book series of the same name by Lauren Child, it was released in the mid-10s and became very popular. The episodes last about XNUMX minutes, they tell the story of the girl Lola and her older brother Charlie. The heroes face daily problems that they solve with the help of their imagination.

Curious George

Animated series "Curious George" Based on the books of American writers Hans Augusto Rey and Margret Rey, it covers 15 seasons and almost 200 episodes of 20 minutes each. Each episode contains two stories about a naughty Monkey and a Man in a Yellow Hat. The cartoon attracts with its colorfulness, funny adventures and lively language.

If you like the characters, it is recommended to watch the series of full-length cartoons of the same name.

Pebble

Canadian animated seriesKayu" about a mischievous four-year-old kid who explores the world, both children and adults will enjoy it. One episode lasts about 20 minutes and consists of five-minute mini-stories that can be watched individually.

Recently there was an official restart of the cartoon on Youtube, so all the episodes are freely available online.

Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom

British cartoon "Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom" no longer tells about real people, but about fairies and elves. Unusual stories, magical adventures and English humor are loved all over the world. The episodes last about 10 minutes, so you won't get tired of watching them.

Cartoons for children over 12 years old

Children and adults who already have a deeper knowledge of the English language can move on to more complex cartoons. They have much more interesting plots, more serious topics are raised, and the characters speak quite quickly and use common expressions and slang.

My Little Pony: friendship is magic

Popular Canadian-American animated series "Friendship is the miracle" Many people are familiar with magical unicorns. Each episode lasts 20 minutes. The characters' language is very lively and figurative. They speak quite quickly, but without complex grammatical structures and words. If you want something kind and sweet, then this cartoon is for you.

Scooby Doo!

American animated series and feature-length cartoons "Scooby-Doo" about four teenagers and a dog, Scooby, who are investigating, one might say, mystical cases. The premiere took place back in 1969, and the production of new stories continues to this day. In 20 minutes of one episode you will learn many useful words and expressions, laugh at jokes and improve your listening skills.

The Garfield Show

Another world-famous character is the charming cat Garfield. An American animated series was created based on the comics by Jim Davis. "Garfield Show". It will be interesting to viewers of all ages. In each 12-minute episode, a new adventure awaits the main character, the dog Oddie and their owner John. All cartoons are freely available on official YouTube channel.

The Tofus

Canadian cartoon "Tofu Family""is a story about a family who leads an eco-friendly lifestyle. Each episode contains two stories of 10 minutes each, which show the relationship between parents and children, as well as teenage problems and experiences. A good comedy with original characters who speak lively, conversational English will appeal to many.

Phineas and Ferb

American animated series "Phineas and Ferb" from Disney follows the adventures of two stepbrothers who develop crazy projects while their pet Perry the Platypus battles the evil scientist Doofenshmirtz. Each episode lasts 23 minutes, it is full of witty dialogues and interesting expressions. The characters speak very fluently, so it may take a while to get used to, but then you will really enjoy it.

How to watch cartoons in English correctly

To practice the language, any cartoons in English are suitable, even translated from another language, because they are voiced by native speakers. But for better results, we recommend following the rules.

Choose a cartoon by level. You shouldn't watch The Simpsons in the original right away. Start with simple educational cartoons. The characters do not speak very naturally, but they speak briefly and clearly, and they also constantly repeat words so that you remember them.

Watch regularly. If it doesn’t work out the first time, don’t despair and don’t quit. Try to watch cartoons every day. Animated series are especially useful because they have a plot and permanent characters. Gradually you will get used to intonations, learn to recognize and understand words, and then use them in your speech.

Don't overwork yourself. Experts do not advise taking on a full-length cartoon that lasts more than an hour. If your level is not very high, you will quickly get tired and the process itself will be ineffective. To begin with, choose short cartoons for 5-10 minutes, and then move on to longer series.

Use subtitles. If nothing is clear, try turning on English subtitles.

Do you know the translation of all the words? Then you need to learn to hear them in speech. Read the subtitles and pay attention to how things are pronounced. Then try watching the cartoon again, but without subtitles. You can repeat these steps until you can perceive speech by ear.

Enjoy. If you don't like the cartoon, don't torture yourself and look for another one. Let this process bring you joy, otherwise you won’t want to continue.