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The Mighty B!

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Toon finds humor in girl's over-the-top behavior.

updated 02.23.09

Why We Rated This on for Ages 7 and Up

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Frequent potty humor (burping, vomiting). Adult role models are scarce, and Bessie's mom often caves to her daughter's relentless pestering. Bessie has few close friendships with kids, focusing instead on her dog, an imaginary friend she draws on her finger, and her adoring younger brother, whose presence she claims to loathe. Some of the other girls are condescending/mean to Bessie, and some ethnic stereotypes are played up for laughs -- albeit in a good-humored way. On the plus side, Bessie is passionately dedicated to being a scout and works tirelessly toward her badge goals. She also manages to learn a few lessons about understanding others -- though it's debatable how long they'll stick.
  • Violence & scariness:

    Some slapstick cartoon violence exaggerated for humor -- long falls, collisions, and the like. Injuries are short-lived.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    No swearing, but rare use of words like "stupid."
  • Consumerism:

    Characters occasionally mention services like "bmail" (a play on email/Google's gmail).
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Mighty B!

Parents need to know that main character Bessie (played by Saturday Night Live star Amy Poehler) is a high-strung, extremely energetic 9-year-old whose over-the-top behavior is intended to get a laugh out of young viewers. She always manages to get her way by pestering both the kids and adults around her, including her mother -- who never seems able to resist her daughter's relentless persistence -- and her adoring younger brother, who bows to Bessie's every whim despite her dismissive attitude toward him. Bessie's total focus on doing whatever it takes to earn merit badges means that her social relationships with other people take a backseat to friendships with her dog and an imaginary friend drawn on her finger. Bessie ostensibly learns a mild lesson in each episode, but this chaotic, colorful 'toon is clearly meant to entertain rather than educate.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about setting and achieving goals. What do you think of Bessie's goal to be the Mighty Bee? Does it seem like something she can realistically achieve? Why or why not? What are some of your lifelong goals? How do you plan to achieve them? Do you have any role models who inspire you? Who are they? Families can also discuss Bessie's behavior. Is asking for something over and over really the best way to get it? How do you think people would react to Bessie in real life? Does exaggerating behavior make it funny? Why or why not?
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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Lives in Georgia
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 1.0

    ..........................Zib is NOT amused............

    Ok, Not as annoying as Spongebob, But it's not funny. It really emphsises on the stupid humor, it's the only crutch you can lean on. ~InvaderZib~ (THE ALIEN LOVE CHILD!)

  2. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Lives in Alabama
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    I laughed,cried,hit

    I don't care what people say about me cause I know it not true.

  3. Teen Reviewer
    Age 14
    Lives in Alabama
    I rate this title on for age 13 and give it 5.0

    I laughed,cried,hit

    I don't care what people say about me cause I know it not true.

  4. Teen Reviewer
    Age 17
    Lives in North Carolina
    I rate this title on for age 7 and give it 5.0

    I love it!

    I think the MIGHTY B is far the best cartoon ever. I love this show, its so hilarious

  5. Kid Reviewer
    Age 10
    Lives in Nevada
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 1.0

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