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Oobi

(Rated TV-Y, Educational, Starring Noel McNeal, Tim Lagasse, Tyler Bunch, Where to watch: Nick Jr., Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 2.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Bare-hand "puppets" will delight preschoolers.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 2 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Oobi is a curious little guy who's kind and accepting.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • 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 Oobi

Parents need to know that this excellent educational show celebrates the moments of curiosity and discovery in a preschooler's life. The program's themes are based on sharing, caring for others, believing in yourself, and making friends. It encourages preschoolers to discover their world and develop social skills.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the various situations Oobi faces that relate to a young child's life, such as overcoming fear and shyness, coping with separation anxiety, and relating to others. Each episode leaves room for further discussion about self-expression. How do you tell other people what you think and feel? Why is it important to care about others' feelings?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. I rate this title off for age 2 and give it 2.0

    Dumb Show!

    I think this show is just ridiculous!!! I wont let me daughter watch this!

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 15
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    As Oobi says, Beautiful.

    I learned about this from a friend. It is SOO adorable and funny! The downside: "poop" is said in one episode. As in, "The baby pooped." It made me laugh hysterically!

  3. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    Three Words: Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!

    Awesome Show! It relates to a child's life and shows a child's point of view.

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

    Kids Love This!!

    We really like watching this show together. My husband will also pretend to be Oobi to get our daughter to finish dinner, get ready for bed etc. It's great!

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New Jersey
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    My daughter loves it

    I have a 3-year-old, and she can't go through the day without seeing at least one Oobi episode. It's very funny and very sweet, and has a little something for everyone. The "flirting" between Grampu and Inka is especially amusing.

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