It is funny and it's my favourite show on TV!
Arthur
(Rated TV-Y, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Daniel Brochu, Cameron Ansell, Michael Yarmush, Where to watch: PBS, DVD, Online)
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Common Sense says
A thoughtful cartoon for kids to grow up on.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 5 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
This review of Arthur was written by Betsy Wallace
Parents need to know that despite the fun, lighthearted nature of this series, its social lessons (which cover a wide range of situations) are more complex and original than you'll find in most cartoons. Children of any age can watch alone, but those 5 and over will understand the stories best. The show explores the challenges of sibling relationships through Arthur and his sister DW. It's worth noting that sometimes their arguments can be a little too true-to-life (i.e., loud and whiny).
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What’s the Story?
The 8-year-old title character of the animated series ARTHUR is a sweet, curious kid with more than his share of self-consciousness. He shares insecurities, adventures, and the spotlight with a varied cast of friends and family members. Although technically Arthur is an aardvark and his friends are other kinds of animals, they act just like real people. Based on the book series by Marc Brown, Arthur premiered in 1996 and is a recipient of the George Foster Peabody Award and multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Children's Animated Program.
Is It Any Good?
Arthur viewers will find demonstrations of solving problems creatively, appreciating differences, and other lessons on display. But just as Arthur is a studious boy with a lot of playful energy, the show is both educational and lighthearted, weaving themes in gracefully so that they seem to result from -- rather than instigate -- the story. Situations resolve creatively rather than predictably. In one episode, for example, Arthur's smart friend, Brain, refuses to go to a birthday party at a water park, and the kids get mad and accuse him of being stuck up. Arthur is torn between sticking by his friend and sticking with the group. Rather than choosing sides, he investigates and figures out that Brain has a fear of water. Brain doesn't get over his fear of water -- instead, the episode helps viewers see that it's okay to be afraid of something and admit to your fears.
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Most Recent Reviews
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I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
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- Good role models
I love it!
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I rate this title on for age 8 and give it
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- Inappropriate language
Let's go back to the episode "Bleep". THEY USE BLEEPED OUT LANGUAGE CSM. Even though "Bleep" was banned and was aired only once with the weird rating "TV-Y7-L", it still went UNCENSORED by accident somewhere, I think you shouldn't watch "Bleep". The rest of the show is fine. Other then that, 4 stars.
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
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- Educational
- Good role models
I love this show! Arthur and DW always send a positive message out to their viewers. I still love watching it.
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I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
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This good cartoon for kids to watch.
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| 100% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 100% | of parents say it's educational |
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