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TV reviews for kids' animation, magic and fantasy & ocean creatures, parents recommend

35 results
  • Review
    Dragons: Riders of Berk

    Movie-inspired show has strong relationships, role models.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    The Legend of Korra

    A strong heroine stars in this textured fantasy series that will appeal to boys and girls alike.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Doc McStuffins

    Excellent preschool series has positive messages for kids.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Octonauts

    Friendly adventurers teach kids about marine life, teamwork.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Monster High: Fright On

    Toy-inspired movie has strong messages but iffy body images.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Bubble Guppies

    Cheerful aqua tots teach kids good social lessons.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Transformers Prime

    Action, violence don't overshadow worthy messages for kids.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    My Little Pony Friendship Is Magic

    Sweet tales of friendship have great messages for kids.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Dragon Ball Z Kai

    Remake of popular anime series is still very violent.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Phineas and Ferb

    Duo's over-the-top schemes are fun for kids.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (TV, 2008)
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    Animalia

    Without realizing it, grade-schoolers get lessons in the importance of communication in this witty adventure series.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2008)
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    Eon Kid
    Robotic arm points to adventure, fantasy violence.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2007)
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    Transformers

    Classic '80s 'toon more than just a commercial in disguise.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2007)
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    Samurai Jack
    Japanese warrior fights evil in battle-heavy 'toon.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (TV, 2007)
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    The Secret Show
    Psst! Spoofy British spy 'toon is fun for tweens.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2007)
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    Chaotic
    Trading card game tie-in will entertain tweens.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Dragon
    This little blue dragon has a great big heart.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Jane and the Dragon

    This medieval maiden's route to happiness includes befriending a dragon -- and slaying some female stereotypes.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Growing Up Creepie
    Tween toon has dark visuals, but OK for most kids.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Yin Yang Yo!
    Bunnies use mystical martial arts to battle evil.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Thundarr the Barbarian
    80s action 'toon offers kid-friendly adventures.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Magical Do Re Mi
    Magic and responsibility mingle in this cartoon.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Time Warp Trio

    A look back in time, through books -- how novel!
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2006)
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    Super Friends

    Classic superhero cartoon still saves the day.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    Gargoyles

    Dark, Gothic action cartoon is OK for tweens.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2005)