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The Buzz on Maggie
(Rated TV-G, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Tara Strong, Cree Summer, Jessica Di Cicco, Where to watch: Disney Channel)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 3, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Maggie the fly rocks out in her own fly way.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 5 and Up
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Buzz on Maggie
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 sidekick. 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.
Read our full review by Joly Herman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how Maggie's world is similar to and different from the human world.
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Most Recent Reviews
Lives in FloridaI rate this title on for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I like it
Lives in OhioI rate this title on for age 7 and give itOkay
This show can get on your nerves after awhile, but I think kids will enjoy it. Maggie is kinda a drama queen. Anyway, this show is probably best for 10 and under.
- Lives in South CarolinaI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
The Buzz on Maggie
Sexual Content (Not an Issue): None. Violence (Not an Issue): Mild slapstick with rare injuries played for comedy. Language (Not an Issue): In the insect world, "Oh my bug" is frequent. Social Behavior (Pause): Characters lie and cheat, African-American Rayna is portrayed as a sidekick. Commercialism (Not an Issue): None. Drug/Alcohol/Tobacco (Not an Issue): None.
- Lives inI rate this title on for age 5 and give it
- Lives inI rate this title on for age 13 and give it
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