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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
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TV reviews for kids' animation, bugs, space and aliens & wild animals

106 results
  • Review
    Sanjay and Craig

    Crudity and absurdity abound in best pals' misadventures.
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    (TV, 2013)
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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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    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 Hive

    Friendly, curious bees have great messages for preschoolers.
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    3
     
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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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    Olive the Ostrich

    Bird's imaginary adventures celebrate friendship, curiosity.
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    3
     
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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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    Guess How Much I Love You

    Beautiful animation and gentle, loving messages make this a great pick for little kids.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Franklin and Friends

    Friendly animal pals have positive social messages for kids.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2012)
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    Winnie the Pooh and Christmas Too

    Silly old bear's sweet holiday tale will delight families.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness

    Martial arts adventures have positive messages for kids.
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    6
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    3rd & Bird

    Colorful bird community celebrates diversity, cooperation.
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    3
     
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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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    Tinga Tinga Tales
    African folk tales feed kids' curiosity, teach good lessons.
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    4
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Wild Animal Baby Explorers
    Magazine-based series sparks kids' curiosity about nature.
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    3
     
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    (TV, 2011)
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    Wild Kratts

    Zoologist brothers get animated in fun, kid-friendly series.
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    6
     
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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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    Hero: 108

    Strange action series centers on violence, lacks messages.
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    7
     
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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)