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Franny's Feet
(Rated TV-Y, Educational, Starring Phoebe McAuley, George Buza, Where to watch: Sprout, PBS Kids, DVD)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 3; suggested age 3. -
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Common Sense says
Girl's magical travels teach about other cultures.
updated 02.23.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 3 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Franny's Feet
Parents need to know that this series exposes viewers to racial and cultural differences around the world and even thoughtfully touches on disabilities. Helping others is a central theme, and Franny and her new friends talk openly about their feelings. The show combines vocabulary development and global learning with age-appropriate storytelling.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the places Franny visits. How are the people different from Franny? What does Franny find she has in common with them? Where have you encountered people who looked or spoke differently from you? Parents can also talk about sharing feelings with friends. What kinds of things make your friends sad? How do you help them feel better?
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