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The Buzz on Maggie
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Maggie the fly rocks out in her own fly way.

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Common Sense Note

Parents need to know that even though Maggie's world is a fictional insect society, there still seems to be a little racial stereotyping going on. Like many Disney shows (as well as films), the show tends to promote the stereotype of an African-American friend as a side-kick. Though her friend Rayna is just as outgoing and full of energy as Maggie is, she is more defined by her "urban" attitude. This message can be confusing to young people who are learning about their own (and other) cultures. Also, parents should be aware that Maggie is a strong female character who wants to be a rock star, but her parents let her get away with questionable schemes.

Families who watch this show can compare how Maggie's world is similar to the human world.

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Reviewed By: Joly Herman

Kids are going to love Maggie's insect world, complete with jokes about flies barfing and beetles being nerdy, ladybugs being beyond reproach, and all of the puns that go with the buggy theme. Even parents might find this cartoon amusing.

As a character, Maggie can be temperamental and moody, while her older brother can be a bully. These traits are side notes to the decent plot line put forth by the writers of the program; however, the assumption that sassy behavior is the norm for pre-teen flies may be something else to watch out for.

Bottom line: This is a creative show with a couple of flaws -- enjoyable nonetheless.

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Some squishing of insects and other cartoon roughness.

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Racial stereotypes are confusing.

 

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