BBC Studios Launch Digital-First Yakka Dee! Spin-Off Commission ‘Yakka Dee!, What Can You See?’
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BBC Studios are set to launch a new, interactive Yakka Dee! spin-off, Yakka Dee!, What Can You See? on their dedicated Yakka Dee! channel, Yakka Dee! Toddler Learning.
King Banana TV (Nikhil & Jay, Yakka Dee!) produced 15 x 3 minute episodes that take language learning to a new level by guiding the pre-school audience through a spotting game, turning watching into an exciting interactive challenge that encourages observation, focus, and language development.
The new digital-first episodes take us to places like the beach, a café, or even into outer space! There are 3 things for the audience to find within each bustling scene. Little ones will delight at this new take on the much-loved brand, and the short form content is sure to add to the massive success of the Yakka Dee! YouTube channel.
Yakka Dee! is an established preschool hit airing on CBeebies and iPlayer. It stands apart in the children’s television space in encouraging early language acquisition skills, a need that is still apparent in many children. What makes Yakka Dee! distinct is its focus on the often-overlooked step that comes before reading: speaking. While many resources target early reading, Yakka Dee! is one of the very few dedicated to helping toddlers master their very first words; the building blocks for every other stage of learning. The brand spans a wide range of ages starting very early with babies and also engaging children of up to 5–6 years old who are grasping phonics.
With Dee’s infectious energy, toddlers learn to say new words – whether speaking for the first time or tackling English as an additional language. Every phoneme is taught in a fun, memorable way, giving children the building blocks for phonics, literacy, and lifelong learning. Yakka Dee! is a trusted resource for parents, carers, educators, and speech-language specialists worldwide. It doesn’t just teach, it empowers children, builds confidence, and creates moments that stick.
BBC Studios manage Yakka Dee!’s dedicated YouTube channel, Yakka Dee! Toddler Learning that has 1.8 million subscribers, 1.7 billion views, and 50.6 million hours watched. The YouTube channel has evolved dynamically with its audience by refining titles, thumbnails and curation to position itself firmly as an educational channel rather than just entertainment. This shift has delivered outstanding results: 62% growth in Watch Time, 73% growth in subscribers gained, and 42% growth in views. It is a standout YouTube channel transforming how children find their voice.
Always innovating, Yakka Dee! Toddler Learning has doubled down on its fandom, delivering more exclusive content to fans, including ten original vibrant music videos, spotlighting friendship, family, learning, and diversity. Yakka Dee! What Can You See? builds on this exclusive portfolio.
“We are delighted to build the Yakka Dee! brand and continue to provide content for kids that has enduring benefits. This builds on King Banana’s portfolio of impactful shows that make a positive difference to children’s lives.”
Katie Simmons, Creative Director, King Banana
“Yakka Dee! What Can You See? is an exciting evolution of the Yakka Dee! brand, designed to spark curiosity and deepen engagement in young learners. This new interactive format brings language development to life through play, helping children build essential skills while having fun. We’re proud to continue innovating with King Banana to deliver content that supports early learning and reflects the joyful spirit of Yakka Dee!”
Cecilia Persson, Managing Director, Kids & Family at BBC Studios
Yakka Dee! What Can You See? launched on YouTube’s Yakka Dee! Toddler Learning channel on the 25th of October. Can you spot the broomstick, the bat and the lollipop? Dee will help you – let’s go!