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SeeMore's Playhouse

(Rated TV-G, Educational, Starring Frankie Cordero, Where to watch: PBS)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 3; suggested age 3.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Cute puppets sing about safety for preschoolers.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 3 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Themes include working as a team, respecting differences, communicating responsively, and taking action for your own safety.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    In the context of discussions about safety, SeeMore mentions avoiding hurting yourself with a sharp knife or getting burned by a hot oven.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Branding is inevitable.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About SeeMore's Playhouse

Parents need to know that this show combines animation, puppetry, and music to teach preschoolers the basics of safety and wellness. It has sing-along songs, soft visuals, funny storylines, and cuddly animal characters who talk to one another about being safe in the water, on a bicycle, and even when playing hide and seek. Preschoolers will be interested, but 5- to 6-year-olds may find the program too young for their taste.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about safety in their own home. How can you use the tips from the show? What did you learn about safety? Parents can also point out the challenges of working in a group that has lots of different personalities. What do you say to someone you think is trying to boss you around? What about someone who just doesn't want to help even when you ask them to?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

    My Niece's are enjoying the show and sing along with the songs which remind us to stay away from unknown liquids and sharp objects. It is nice that the show is getting through to at least a 4 year old.

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

    Great show - My kids love it!

    SeeMore's Playhouse is a great show - my children love it and already know the songs. My son has even embrased washing his hands which was a daily battle until now. Despite what I suspect is the same person posing as several people posting poor reviews, I say tune in for yourself. The show is adorable and worthwhile.

  3. Adult Reviewer
    Anonymous
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 2.0

    It's OK

    A well-intentioned program, obviously researched well, but for the most part, with just inexperienced actors (puppetiers). some of the issues seem to be geared toward older children, which is great, but most of the puppets speak way to baby-ish to hold the attention of an older child.

  5. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Connecticut
    I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it 3.0

    Ok, so here's what I think...

    My kid (5 yrs.) did not sit through the whole show, though she did enjoy the music videos. Like some of the other reviewers have mentioned, not all of the vocals are very engaging. Luckily, a couple of characters save the others' sour notes. The show seems promising, but we really should have higher standards. We can criticize the writing, sure...but, I think that some episodes did well with writing safety issues into the storylines. There have been many great characters/actors that can save bad writing...perhaps some of the voice performers or puppet people can raise the stakes?

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