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3 audio play tips to combat boredom in children during a cold

3 audio play tips to combat boredom in children during a cold

Children love listening to stories – it allows them to immerse themselves in their own little world and quickly forget the boredom of having a cold. We have put together three audio play recommendations to combat boredom, with something for every little listener and, of course, big listeners too – whether it's to laugh, cheer along, or even learn.

From television to your ears: The Mouse as an audiobook.

Our first tip for beating boredom: The colourful world of the Mouse offers a variety of topics and stories that spark curiosity and delight young and old alike. The Mouse and her faithful companion – the Elephant – take children on an exciting journey full of discoveries. The entertaining and informative stories, combined with plenty of music, are the perfect antidote to the boredom that often sets in when you're feeling under the weather. 

Laughter and wonder to combat boredom: Laughter Lab – fun knowledge for children to solve riddles with.

As the saying goes, laughter is the best medicine – and that's certainly true for our second tip against boredom during a cold. In this podcast, the craziest and funniest questions from children are answered. Tina and Mischa, along with the children's riddle team, search for answers to questions like "Can earthworms really cough?" or "Does a spectacled snake see better with glasses?" – even adults can learn a thing or two.

Captivating cases to combat boredom: The Three Investigators

Many will remember the three young detectives from their childhood: Justus Jonas, Peter Shaw, and Bob Andrews solve tricky cases together, unravel mysteries, and bravely face the dangers they encounter along the way. The exciting adventures of these three boys are sure to keep both children and adults entertained – our audio drama recommendation for the whole family. And with these thrilling cases, that cold will surely be forgotten in no time.