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Secrets to Survival
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Is it age appropriate?
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Not age appropriate for kids under 8, age appropriate for kids over 10; suggested age 10. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Just another survival show; tweens and up.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Secrets to Survival
Parents need to know that this docudrama series -- like many others of its ilk -- includes potentially frightening stories of life-or-death situations, such as being lost in the jungle for days without food or water. In at least one episode, survivors describe wanting to commit suicide, and one mimics drawing a knife across his wrist. Survivors retelling their ordeals are often extremely emotional. Risks of certain situations are described in detail, and viewers sometimes see snakes, bugs, and more. With the show's emphasis on risk and danger, some younger viewers may feel less inclined to explore their environments after watching.
Read our full review by Sierra Filucci
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about risk, preparation, and safety. What did the survivors do wrong? What do you think you would have done in the same situation? Have you ever been in a very dangerous situation? How did you handle it? What preparations would have helped the show's survivors? How can you stay safe while still having fun? Does watching shows like this make you feel better or worse about the idea of spending time outdoors/in the wild?
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