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Arthur
(Rated TV-Y, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Daniel Brochu, Cameron Ansell, Michael Yarmush, Where to watch: PBS, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5. -
Is it any good?
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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
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).
Read our full review by Betsy Wallace
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?
Our Members Say
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 4 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I love it!
- I rate this title on for age 8 and give itMy 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.
- I rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- My highlights are:
- 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.
- 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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