The Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan - TV-G
Solve cases and sing along -- a clean classic.
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- TV Rating: TV-G
- Network: Boomerang
- Cast: Jodie Foster, Keye Luke, Michael Takamoto
- Genre: Children, Cartoons, & Animation
Parents need to know
Families can talk about problem-solving techniques. What are the necessary steps to take in order to solve a problem? What is a detective? How do the members of the Chan Clan solve problems? Are they good detectives? Is the Chan siblings' good relationship realistic? Can you imagine always getting along with your own sibling(s)?
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Some slight stereotyping reflects the show's original early-'70s era. But also offers good examples of strong family relationships.
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Common Sense says
What's the story?
Reviewed by Deirdre Sheppard
Is it any good?
Family values are a crucial element of the show. All 10 of the Chan kids get along well and work beautifully as a team -- sibling rivalry doesn't really exist in this series. The kids also show a lot of respect for the older generation; even though they're mystery solvers in the making, all 10 of them are well aware that their father knows best. In fact, whenever the kids try to tackle a case on their own, they usually make a wrong turn -- and in the end it's Charlie who figures things out.
The only thing to watch out for is some stereotyping, which unfortunately reflects the show's early-'70s origins (it still airs in repeats). Some of the series' villains run around wearing masks and screaming in a choppy dialect. Parents could use this as an opportunity to clarify what really constitutes Chinese cultural traditions and customs. And the music is a nice touch for kids who might not have the attention span to sit through the show's 20-minute-long mysteries.
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