my 4 year old son loves ben 10 and used to watch it all day every day, i didnt think there was a problem until he started to back answer me and copy ben 10 sayings. now when i say something h doesnt like he will put his arm up and pretent to change into a alien and thinks he doesnt need to listen. needless to say there is no more ben 10 in my house
Ben 10
(Rated TV-Y7-FV, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Tara Strong, Claudia Schmidt, Paul Eiding, Where to watch: Cartoon Network, DVD, Online)
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Common Sense says
Alien-morphing and action -- every boy's dream.
Themes in this show include: family relationships
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Ben 10 was written by Pam Gelman
Parents need to know that this 10-year-old superhero battles villains using physical violence. If parents have strong feelings about not letting their kids watch cartoons containing violence, then this one isn't for them. When facing evil, Ben is able to morph into one of 10 different alien creatures. This transformation is accompanied by dramatic visuals, dialogue, and music that may frighten younger viewers (especially those who don't understand the fantasy vs. reality concept). Some kids may be alarmed when the villains attack, punch, throw, shoot, and do whatever it takes to stop Ben. On a positive note, Ben relies on his Grandpa Max and cousin Gwen to help him get out of dangerous situations.
Families Can Talk About
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- Families can talk about what makes this kid a hero. Is it his ability to morph into aliens and fight off villains, or is it that he takes on challenges and asks for support when needed?
- Is it ever OK to fight back? When are other responses appropriate?
- If kids are interested in Ben's alien-morphing abilities, use this opportunity to introduce science-fiction books and films.
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What’s the Story?
Ben Tennyson (voiced by Claudia Schmidt) is a relatable 10-year-old who gets frustrated with his family, has challenges with peers, and gets caught up in problems that he can't solve alone. The difference is that his solution to solving problems starts with using his Omnitrix, a watch-like device that he found and wears. On it he can choose which one of 10 different aliens he wants to become. Though ultimately he's still Ben, just transformed into an alien form with superhero powers.
Is It Any Good?
If parents have strong feelings about not wanting their kids to watch violent cartoons, this one isn't for them. The animation is rich and colorful, inspired by the look of Japanese anime. Dialogue between main characters Max, Gwen, and Ben isn't up-to-par with the visuals, though, and needs to be updated to reflect how kids really speak to each other. Still, overlooking the violence, BEN 10 gives kids a peek into the world of science-fiction, along with exciting action and creative animation.
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I rate this title iffy for age 4 and give it
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- Negative role models
no good for children AT ALL
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I rate this title on for age 13 and give it
good 4 all ages
i love ben 10 but they stopped putting it on tv all they have on now is ben 10 alien force and it sucks i wish they would cancel that one and bring back ben 10 and new episode of it :(
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I rate this title off for age 2 and give it
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- Excessive violence
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Too dark and violent for kids
I feel Ben 10 is very violent and dark. The solution to all problems seems to be through violence and destroying things
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I rate this title off for age 17 and give it
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- Excessive consumerism
Walk into a Toys R Us, Wal-Mart, or Target, there's an entire shelf of Ben 10 toys, pretty strange that the toys came out befor the show isn't it? Pokemon hardly has any toys, but apparently it's full of marketing! In the words of a senator 'you lie!'
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| 33% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
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