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The Cosby Show
(Rated TV-G, Comedy, Starring Bill Cosby, Phylicia Rashad, Sabrina Le Beauf, Where to watch: Nickelodeon, TBS, Syndicated, DVD, Download)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Classic family sitcom offers fun with its lessons.
updated 07.04.08
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Cosby Show
Parents need to know that this show centers on an African-American family whose parents are educated professionals. Their parenting methods are gentle and trusting, and the kids respond with respect and a clear realization of what's expected of them. Nearly all of the comedy in the show relates to the family and childrearing. Very little of the subject matter will concern parents, which makes it an excellent choice for families.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the dynamics within the Huxtable home. How do the family members relate to each other? How realistic does their life seem? What types of challenges do they face that seem like your own? Are there any that you can't relate to? Families can also discuss the emphasis the Huxtables put on education. How can education change and improve a person's life?
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I rate this title on for age 10 and give itGreat family TV!
Lives in New YorkI rate this title on for age 8 and give it- Lives in UtahI rate this title on for age 11 and give it
Its an okay show for the family.
There has been some questionable episodes, it has mild humor, but a great lesson.
- Lives in IllinoisI rate this title iffy for age 8 and give it
nothing for me to say.
- Lives in IllinoisI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
I LOVE this show!
This show is great but I son't know why nick at night ruined it.
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