New April 2026 Yoto Card Releases
April is here and the weekly Thursday Yoto card drops are continuing, bringing another mix of stories, music and learning to Yoto players. There’s also been an update for Yoto Club members on additional content being added. You can find out all about the Yoto Club and the April 2026 update here.
In this post, I’ll be rounding up all the new Yoto card releases for April 2026, starting with the most recent drop first. I’ll keep updating this page each week as new cards arrive. If you want to find the latest new releases RIGHT NOW then check out this page on Yoto.
If you missed previous months drops check them out below by clicking on the links:
- March 2026 card drops check out this post
- February 2026 card drops check out this post
- January 2026 card drops check out this post
After a busy March filled with BrainBots, Brambly Hedge and Wonder, April is already off to a strong start with a wide variety of listening options – from classic mysteries and Disney favourites to magical adventures and real-world inspiration.
Card Drop – 10 April 2026 (Latest)
This week’s Yoto card drop brings a lovely blend of music, family stories and preschool favourites, with calming songs, imaginative adventures and gentle tales that work especially well for shared listening.
Available in All Yoto Card Stores
Songs about Sleep (3–7)
A soothing music card from Justin Roberts featuring lullabies and calming tracks designed to help children wind down at bedtime. Ideal for quiet evenings, bedtime routines or restful quiet time. 53 minutes in duration.
Songs about Space (3–7)
Another Justin Roberts release, this playful collection takes children on a musical journey through planets, stars and space exploration, blending catchy songs with imaginative themes. 40 minutes in duration.
The Thing About Oliver (8+)
A thoughtful and emotional story about twelve-year-old Tilly, who dreams of becoming a marine scientist while navigating family life with her autistic younger brother Oliver. When the family moves to the Queensland coast, new opportunities bring both excitement and emotional challenges. This sounds like a strong choice for older listeners who enjoy realistic family stories with heart. Over 3 hours in duration. The trailer below is adorable!
The Thing About Oliver Teacher Resource Pack
The Thing About Oliver has a teacher resource pack which is great for interesting questions to support using this book as a teaching resource for home ed families or teachers.
Available in UK, Australia and Europe Yoto Card Stores
Play Days with Peppa Collection (2–5)
A four-card Peppa Pig collection packed with stories, songs and sound effects from the TV series. Featuring outdoor adventures, sports day fun and travel-themed episodes, this is a cheerful pick for younger Peppa fans.
Peppa Pig Activities
- Free activity pack available here from publishers Penguin
- Peppa Pig colouring sheets from The Works here
- Another Penguin activity pack for school beginners here
Available in Europe and Canada Yoto Card Stores
Siméon le papillon et autres histoires (3–6)
A French story collection from Drôles de Petites Bêtes, featuring six charming insect and animal tales full of gentle humour and imaginative characters. 33 minutes in duration.
Mireille l’abeille et autres histoires (3–6)
Another delightful French collection in the same series, introducing six more whimsical mini-beast adventures perfect for younger listeners who enjoy playful storytelling. 33 minutes in duration.
This week’s drop is especially strong for families looking for bedtime music, gentle emotional storytelling and preschool-friendly favourites, with a nice balance between calm listening and playful fun.
Card Drop – 2 April 2026
The first April drop is a big one, with ten new cards covering everything from detective stories and magical adventures to music, culture and real-life inspiration. There’s a great balance here for both younger listeners and older children.
Available in All Yoto Card Stores
The Boxcar Children Collection 2 (7–10)
The Alden siblings return with more mysteries to solve, taking listeners from remote islands to old lighthouses as they follow clues and uncover secrets. A great choice for children who enjoy classic, family-friendly detective stories. It’s worth noting that The Boxcar Children were written a while ago. As with many classic stories, the books reflect the time they were written, so some language or perspectives may feel dated today – but overall they remain gentle, family-friendly mysteries. You get 3 hours and 33 minutes of content over 4 cards.
Disney 5 Minute Stories Collection (3–6)
A mix of short Disney tales featuring familiar characters like Anna and Elsa, Mickey and friends, and a range of princesses and heroines. Each story is quick and easy to listen to, making it ideal for bedtime, car journeys or short story breaks. Five Yoto cards with 2 hours and 7 minutes of content across all five.
The Great Mouse Detective Pack (6–9)
Follow Basil of Baker Street, a brilliant mouse detective, as he solves a series of mysteries in London and beyond. These stories have a fun, slightly old-fashioned detective feel with plenty of twists along the way. This is another classic-style detective story with mild peril and clear good vs bad characters but nothing too intense for most children. 4 hours and 34 minutes across three cards.
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Houndsley and Catina Collection (5–8)
A gentle collection centred on friendship and everyday life. Through small moments and challenges, Houndsley and Catina explore feelings, patience and what really matters, making this a lovely calm listening option. Although the age range for this on Yoto is 5-8 the books have often had age guidance for 2+. I’ve not read these yet so it’s one to test out to see what you think. 39 minutes in duration.
Esquivel! / Nothing: John Cage and 4’33 (4–10)
Two fascinating audio stories about music and creativity. One explores the bold idea of silence in music through John Cage’s famous piece, while the other celebrates a pioneering sound artist from the mid-20th century. A brilliant pick for curious listeners interested in music and creativity. 45 minutes in duration.
Five Stories (5–10)
A thoughtful collection that explores the experiences of different families living in the same New York building over time. Each story reflects a different culture, offering a gentle introduction to diversity, history and community.
Available in UK, Australia and Europe Yoto Card Stores
Unicorn Academy Collection (5–9)
Based on the popular series, this collection follows a group of students training to become Unicorn Riders. Across four magical adventures, themes of friendship, courage and teamwork run throughout – perfect for fans of fantasy and adventure. Four cards with 11 hours and 3 minutes of audio – great value.
Unicorn Academy Resources & Activities
- Unicorn Academy website has activities, links to YouTube (it’s now a TV series too) and colouring pages here.
- My Secret Unicorn Diary was a World Book Day £1 book here in the UK. This often means you’ll find these popping up in charity shops. It’s currently still available on Amazon here. There’s a QR code inside with a free audio version. You can find more information here as well as a diary activity and ideas for dress up here.
Available in Europe and Canada Yoto Card Stores
Jobs à fourrure pour fans d’animaux (7+)
A French Yoto Original that introduces children to a wide range of careers working with animals — from conservation roles to creative and scientific jobs. Through interviews and storytelling, it helps children see how their interests could turn into future careers.
La Pat’ Patrouille : 5 minutes pour une histoire (3–6)
A fast-paced collection of short Paw Patrol adventures, perfect for quick listening sessions packed with action and teamwork.
La Pat’ Patrouille : Bonne nuit, la Grande Vallée ! et autres histoires (3–6)
A calmer Paw Patrol collection designed for winding down, featuring gentle stories with soft sound effects — ideal for bedtime.
April 2026 Yoto Releases at a Glance
So far this month, April’s Yoto card releases are particularly good for:
- Mystery lovers – classic detective stories with Boxcar Children and The Great Mouse Detective
- Short story listening – quick, easy tales with Disney and Paw Patrol collections
- Magical adventures – fantasy storytelling with Unicorn Academy
- Curious learners – creative and educational audio exploring music, culture and careers
- Calm and thoughtful listening – gentle stories focused on friendship, feelings and everyday life
Tip: Yoto cards are usually released every Thursday, so it’s worth checking back each week as I update this post.