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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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TV reviews for kids' animation, cars and trucks, fairy tales & pirates

23 results
  • Review
    Sofia the First

    Spunky, well-rounded princess celebrates individuality.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2013)
  • Review
    Puella Magi Madoka Magica

    Outstanding anime is more violent than you'd expect.
    AGE
    13
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Scan2Go

    Just OK anime series has strong product tie-ins.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
  • Review
    One Piece

    Close friends chase their dreams in high-seas adventure.
    AGE
    11
     
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    (TV, 2012)
  • Review
    Motorcity

    Action toon offers thought-provoking content for tweens.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Jim Henson's Construction Site

    Easygoing series will appeal to mini gearheads.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Transformers Rescue Bots

    Feel-good Autobots story teaches teamwork to younger crowd.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2012)
  • Review
    Jake and the Never Land Pirates

    Fun-filled series teaches social lessons to young mateys.
    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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    The Adventures of Chuck and Friends

    Friendly trucks teach preschoolers important life lessons.
    AGE
    2
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Hot Wheels: Battle Force 5
    Lots of action but no injuries in toy-based cartoon.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2009)
  • Review
    Roary the Racing Car

    Spunky speedster teaches kids social values.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2008)
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    Turbo Dogs

    Cruising canines share social values with kids.
    AGE
    4
     
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    (TV, 2008)
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    Speed Racer: The Next Generation

    New take on old fave is OK for kids but listless.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2008)
  • Review
    Transformers: Animated

    So-so; feels like a barely disguised commercial.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2008)
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    Transformers

    Classic '80s 'toon more than just a commercial in disguise.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2007)
  • Review
    Bigfoot Presents: Meteor and the Mighty Monster Trucks

    Big-wheeled fun that's heavy on positive messages.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (TV, 2006)
  • Review
    Transformers: Cybertron
    Latest robot series steps into the final frontier.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    F-Zero
    Farfetched heroes are too intense for little kids.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    The Magic School Bus

    A fun, frantic, and educational ride for kids.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (TV, 2005)
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    NASCAR Racers
    Good vs. evil at the raceway. Fine for car lovers.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2004)
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    Wacky Races
    Wild, wacky, witty cartoon -- a retro classic!
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2004)
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    The Perils of Penelope Pitstop
    Retro cartoon offers fun and excitement.
    AGE
    6
     
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    (TV, 2004)