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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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TV reviews for kids' animation, princesses and fairies, ocean creatures & space and aliens

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    Beast Wars: Transformers

    Award-winning '90s series is violent but entertaining.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Robotech

    '80s action toon still entertains with intricate storyline.
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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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    Max Steel

    Amiable teen superhero fights enemies; lots of merchandise.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Sofia the First

    Spunky, well-rounded princess celebrates individuality.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2013)
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    Super Mario Bros. Super Show

    Frenetic '80s cult fave with stereotypes hasn't aged well.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

    Violence overshadows positive messages in CGI remake.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Mother Goose Stories

    Henson also-ran brings blah puppetry to classic folktales.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Mike the Knight

    This vibrant series will appeal to both kids and adults with its spunky character, comic adventures, and great lessons about problem solving.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Sailor Moon

    Classic magical girl anime is action-packed and fun.
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    10
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Octonauts

    Friendly adventurers teach kids about marine life, teamwork.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Pixie Hollow Games

    Beautifully animated "fairy" tale teaches about teamwork.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Redakai: Conquer the Kairu

    Formulaic but fun anime based on trading card game.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Almost Naked Animals

    Skivvy-wearing animals' antics are zany fun for older kids.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Voltron Force

    Cartoon violence, toy marketing leave little to recommend.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Bravestarr
    '80s cartoon is dated, but messages ring true with kids.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Bubble Guppies

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

    Action, violence don't overshadow worthy messages for kids.
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    8
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    The WotWots
    Friendly aliens encourage preschoolers' curiosity.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Atomic Betty
    Spunky space-travelling heroine is positive model for kids.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Men in Black: The Series
    MIB gets animated with wild weapons to fight wacky aliens.
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    10
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Cosmic Quantum Ray
    Fun animated sci-fi cleverly incorporates physics lessons.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Planet Sheen
    Jimmy Neutron's pal takes on final frontier; fun for kids.
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    7
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Fish Hooks
    Cute pet store antics have positive messages for kids.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2010)
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    Dragon Ball Z Kai

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