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TV reviews for kids' animation, friendship

203 results
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    Sanjay and Craig

    Crudity and absurdity abound in best pals' misadventures.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Monsters vs. Aliens

    Lightweight movie spin-off with comic violence.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Tree Fu Tom

    Magical preschool series with thoughtful physical component.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Henry Hugglemonster

    Cute monster tot teaches kids about feelings, relationships.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Lalaloopsy

    Cute rag dolls teach great lessons despite marketing ties.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Peter Rabbit

    Darling preschool show has anxious times, cautionary themes.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Meet the Small Potatoes

    Singing spuds' mockumentary is funny for kids and grown-ups.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Peter Rabbit's Christmas Tale

    Sweet GCI adaptation has some nervous moments for tots.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Chica Show

    Lively show combines great messages, pint-size dress-up fun.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Ruby Gloom

    Sweet friendship and cooperation in a gothic setting.
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    5
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Littlest Pet Shop

    Product tie-ins dominate so-so cartoon.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Slugterra

    Action, comedy, super-slugs, and great messages for tweens.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Hive

    Friendly, curious bees have great messages for preschoolers.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Tickety Toc

    Lively series exposes preschoolers to concepts of time.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Robot and Monster

    Funny, well-rounded 'toon has great social messages.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Dragons: Riders of Berk

    Movie-inspired show has strong relationships, role models.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Wibbly Pig

    Book character's adventures celebrate imagination.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Olive the Ostrich

    Bird's imaginary adventures celebrate friendship, curiosity.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Anne of Green Gables: The Animated Series

    Cartoon Anne of Green Gables is sweet, with worthy lessons.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Jungle Book

    CGI adaptation with mild scares treads too-familiar ground.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Care Bears: Welcome to Care-a-Lot

    CGI enhances the magic of classic friendly characters.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Kaijudo: Rise of the Duel Masters

    Anti-bullying message in solid trading card anime.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Aaahh!!! Real Monsters

    Potty humor and wacky characters kids will love.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Wild Grinders

    Skater crew's antics mix friendship, slang, stereotypes.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    LEGO Ninjago: The Series

    Fun and action-packed ... for an extended toy commercial.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)