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Just Jordan

(Rated TV-G, Comedy, Starring Lil' JJ, Shania Accius, Justin Chon, Where to watch: Nickelodeon, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Kid comedian Lil' JJ gives air time to tween woes.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The multicultural cast includes African-American, Caucasian, and Asian-American characters. Mom Pam is a good role model who holds her teenage son to high standards and is strict but loving. Lessons reflect messages of self-respect, taking responsibility for actions, and respecting others' advice.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Lots of flirting, but it's mild; one girl practically throws herself at the boy she likes.
  • Language:

    No cursing, but mild slang runs rampant.
  • Consumerism:

    High-tech gadgets include laptops and cell phones galore.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Just Jordan

Parents need to know that this tween-oriented sitcom draws material from teen star Lil' JJ's standup routine, allowing him to expound on various injustices young adolescents will relate to -- like getting in trouble for doing something your parents once did or changing your image to impress someone you like. Characters use a lot of slang, but it's fairly innocuous and is mostly used to highlight the vast cultural differences between the Jordan's Arkansas hometown and his new surroundings in Los Angeles. There are plenty of dating-related issues like crushes and flirting, but physical contact is limited to hugs and hand-holding. Jordan sometimes alludes to his parents' recent divorce and its emotional repercussions for him and his younger sister. The multicultural cast includes a mom who's a strong role model with high expectations for her teenage son.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the injustices that kids feel. Can your kids relate to Jordan's frustrations? When have they experienced similar feelings? How did they handle the situation? The show offers a good starting point for conversations with tweens about peer pressure, appropriate relationships with the opposite sex, and the importance of self-respect. Families affected by divorce can also talk about how kids are affected when parents split up.

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  1. I rate this title off for age 8 and give it 1.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    this show is boring

    this show is so boring. and there is lots of flirting and kids 8 and under wont understand it or enjot it ESPECIALLY YOUNG GIRLS. i say this is OFF for 8 and under, IFFY for 9, and ON for 10.

  2. Parent Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate sexual content

    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages

    i like lil jj

    i think that lil jj is cool can you email lil jj at (ashrefa66@yahoo.com) my name is ashrof can you email me today

  3. Teen Reviewer Age 16
    Lives in New Jersey
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    i laugh so much. he's just so funny and cute!!!

    I think lil jj is so funny. I no boys are hatin on him but keep doin what u do. IT'S JUST JORDAN.

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    His show is the best show ever!

    Just jordan i a great show it's teaching resposibility and most defantly respect. This is great kids all around becausae it's not a issue that i must debate on so of course i give just jordan a 2 thumbs up and a 5 star rateing, "yeah"!

  5. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 4.0

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