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Really Big Things
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Educational field trips are big fun for families.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Really Big Things
Parents need to know that there's nothing to worry about in this intriguing series, which highlights how massive modern structures and devices are designed, built, and operated. From blimps to telescopes to manufacturing plants of all kinds, viewers learn along with the host. Technical jargon is often rephrased in layman's terms, making it easy for even casual viewers to follow along. This series is a great option for sharing with boys, who'll probably be most excited about the impressive scale of the subjects.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how things like the vehicles and devices featured on this show make our lives easier. What purposes do they serve? Why do they need to be so big? Do any of them directly affect your life? How? What really big things do you use or rely on every day? On the flip side, are there any things whose small size makes them extra useful? If you could invent something to make life easier, what would it be?
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