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10 Count

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Mike Carter, Where to watch: Cartoon Network)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 11; suggested age 11.

  • Is it any good?

    3.0

  • Common Sense says

    Action-packed show will appeal to extreme sports fans.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 11 and Up

The good stuff

  • Role models:

    Male and female athletes from all walks of life are featured, and all are passionate about their sports.
 

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    The featured athletes participate in lots of potentially dangerous sports and/or stunts, which could get kids interested in trying them out at home -- be sure to remind them that the people on the show are professionals and that feats like these aren't safe without supervision, training, and safety gear. On the upside, the show also conveys a passion for a variety of adventure sports.

  • Violence:

    The series features some potentially dangerous extreme sports, including wakeboarding and BMX biking. In one scene, a skateboarder jokingly throws a punch at the camera.

  • Sex:

    Depending on the sport, some men are seen shirtless and women wear skimpy bikinis. Some bathing suit-clad women are shown shaking their “booty."

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    The series notes the name of every song played throughout the show, like "Evening Mood" by the Rhythm Doctors and "Fool Around" by the Wax Apples, along with the bands' websites. Extreme sport logos and brands -- like Quicksilver, Burton snowboards, Billabong, Fitbikes -- etc. are sometimes visible.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About 10 Count

Parents need to know that this countdown series features extreme sports. Enthusiastic fans of these events should be reminded that these stunts should not be tried without proper supervision and training. The overall show is pretty mild, and features people who are very serious and passionate about their sport. Depending on the sport, athletes are shown in skin-revealing bathing suits. Bikini-clad women are occasionally shown shaking their “booty”. The athletes featured on the show are from all walks of life.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about what inspires people to participate in extreme sports. Do you think they understand the risks involved?
  • What lessons can kids learn from watching these athletes and their stunts?
  • Why do you think extreme sports aren’t featured in the media as prominently as those like tennis and/or basketball? How have these sports gotten so popular despite a relative lack of media coverage?
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