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Hey Arnold!
(Rated TV-Y7, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Spencer Klein, Dan Castellaneta, Jamil Walker Smith, Where to watch: Nicktoons, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Strong storytelling and characters -- kids OK.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Hey Arnold!
Parents need to know that the situations in this series are zany, but the characters' responses are realistic and consistent. The main character is mellow, accepting, and cheerful -- making him a good role model. Another character has a big crush on him and tries to hide it with bullying behavior. Some mild language -- "crap," "football head."
Read our full review by Sarah Wenk
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy concerns are:
- Inappropriate language
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
Alright for little kids, perfect for tweens
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
the one nicktoon that can teach anybody
this is one of the best cause arnold aways looks on the bright side and stay postive on diffrent situtions and he also teaches to help people in need
- I rate this title on for age 6 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
A Show with Heart
Hey Arnold! is a definite Nicktoon classic that all kids will enjoy. This is one of my all-time favorite TV shows, along with The Simpsons, Family Guy, and King of the Hill. Very intersting storylines and artwork is what makes this show a must see for kids of all ages. And even for a non-educational show, there are things good for kids. You have good-hearted Arnold who always does what is right. The only bad thing is.. nothing! This show is perfect for all ages!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
One of the better Nick shows
This has got to be one of the best shows in Nickelodeon's history. It lasted from 1991 until the early 2000s. Only objectionable content present is in one episode where some kids moon a teacher and their bare butts are shown uncensored. (For that reason, I don't think that episode ever aired on Nick on CBS.) Other than that, it's a really great show and it's currently on Nicktoons.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
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| 100% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 100% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 100% | of parents say it's educational |
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