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An online video series on YouTube that started as a way to bring joy to children that were homebound as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, has grown into a fully fledged operation spanning various platforms including YouTube, Roku TV, Amazon FireTV among other popular streaming services.
Named Mr. Pete's Playhouse, the YouTube channel was created by Julio Petersen III as an outlet for kids to be entertained and learn during their time at home.
With over 50 episodes already produced, the content contain age-appropriate educational material that help children successfully navigate positive social behaviors and interactions, while developing social and emotional understanding. The topics are explored through several segments including music, movement, storytelling, and arts & crafts projects.
Mr. Pete’s Playhouse most recent episode is an exciting adventure celebrating V.I. History Month.
This episode features storytelling by Melodi DeLacruz, her mother, Miss St. Croix 07-08 Chantal Harrigan, and new music produced by First Wave Production which is a team of young musicians from St. Croix: Hudson Browne, Jovaun Jeffers and Deon St. Jules.
Mr. Pete's Playhouse has produced over 50 episodes and have expanded to producing live performances, and a catalog of original songs available on streaming platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music.
Julio is also currently working on a children’s book series called “The Adventures of Khari” with the first book “Khari Goes to the Fair” scheduled to be released in May 2022.
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MrPetesPlayhouse
FB/IG/TikTok: @mrpetesplayhouse
Twitter: @mrpeteplayhouse
SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2IabCb0bqqt2nNeJJEVmvC?si=WlJcvNuvQqeC0xJK_Px0XQ
APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/mr-petes-playhouse/1572509518
