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Legend of the Dragon

  • 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

    Trite good vs. evil plot will still engage tweens.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The two main characters are taught the value of honor, accepting your fate and responsibilities, and helping those in need. There are consequences for dishonorable actions.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Mild fantasy/martial arts violence -- battles usually involve kung fu-style kicks or punches to the head or other parts of the body. No blood. Injuries are implied but not shown. Some weapons (staffs, etc.), but no guns.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Legend of the Dragon

Parents need to know that this animated series is full of fisticuff battles and kung fu-style sparring (as is the nature of martial arts shows), but the violence doesn't go beyond that. The show's two main characters are taught positive values like honor and accepting responsibility, and there are consequences for those who stray from the path. That said, the protagonists are a brother and sister who end up on opposite sides and often have to fight each other.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the conflict between siblings Ang and Ling. Why do you think Ling is so angry about not being chosen as the next Golden Dragon? How does Ang handle the news that he's to be the next Golden Dragon? How does he handle this great new responsibility? Another discussion topic could be Master Chin's teachings. What values and lessons does Master Chin try to instill in Ang and Ling? How does Ang put what he learns into practice? How does Ling go against what she's been taught? Do you see any similarities between Ang and Ling's relationship and your relationship with your own sibling(s)? Any differences?

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