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Dangerous Encounters
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Not age appropriate for kids under 7, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 10. -
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Mediocre nature series is too violent for kids.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10–12
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What Parents Need to Know
About Dangerous Encounters
Parents need to know that this nature series definitely isn't for little kids, who will likely be frightened by the many scenes of dangerous animals like wolves, sharks, and crocodiles killing and devouring their prey. The narrator's panting breaths and hushed comments in the field ("I'm so scared," "This is just horrifying," etc.) -- while seemingly exaggerated for the sake of drama -- may also scare young viewers. Parents who tune in with older kids may want to remind them about the dangers of approaching any unfamiliar animals.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about animal behavior. What is a carnivore? Which animals are carnivores? How do they hunt for and capture their prey? How do scientists study dangerous animals in their natural habitats? Kids: If you could observe any animal up close, which one would you choose? What would you like to learn from it? Parents, take this opportunity to tell your kids what they should do if they ever encounter a wild animal -- and remind them of the potential hazards of approaching one.
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