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Arthur

(Rated TV-Y, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Daniel Brochu, Cameron Ansell, Michael Yarmush, Where to watch: PBS, DVD, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    A thoughtful cartoon for kids to grow up on.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Kids can act selfish or bossy at times. The characters don't always model perfect behavior because they are all still growing up and learning. Girls and boys are represented equally and often break gender stereotypes.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Arthur

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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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about sibling struggles. How can brothers and sisters work out their differences? Do Arthur and DW have a good relationship? How is it like your kids' relationship with their siblings? How is it different?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    I love it!

    It is funny and it's my favourite show on TV!

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 8
    Lives in Kansas
    I rate this title on for age 8 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • 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.

  3. I rate this title on for age 3 and give it 3.0

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 14
    Lives in Tennessee
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    I love this show! Arthur and DW always send a positive message out to their viewers. I still love watching it.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Washington
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 0.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages

    For your kids to watch.

    This good cartoon for kids to watch.

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