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Kindergarten
(Rated TV-Y, Reality TV, Starring Mary Ann Matheson, Buzz Ostrowsky, Oliver Simon, Where to watch: HBO Family)
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 4. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Docuseries about real kids will engage youngsters.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 4 and Up
The good stuff
What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Kindergarten
Parents need to know that although this documentary/reality series is very mild and engaging overall, real kids are its focus, and their experiences and misconceptions aren't always filtered. Some younger kids may be startled to learn, for example, that "if you touch fire, even a little bit, then you get burned all over and then you die" -- which is how one of the kids on the show responded to a question about fire. The camera also catches moments of disappointment or emotion that the teacher doesn't always see, which could worry younger viewers.
Read our full review by KJ Dell Antonia
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about these kindergartners and their families have chosen to do this. Do you think they want to be "famous"? Kids: Would you like to have your classroom filmed for everyone to watch? What do you think might happen? Families might also find themselves talking about topics inspired by certain kids -- like the one who always wants to "go first" -- or by the classroom's diversity. Parents may want to consider what their kids could be taking away from the program: Expectations about the structure of reality television? A sense that no experience is valid if not filmed? Etc.
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