This is a really good show. Super funny, too. :)
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Wizards of Waverly Place
(Rated TV-G, Comedy, Starring Jake T. Austin, Selena Gomez, David Henrie, Where to watch: Disney Channel, DVD, Download)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 7; suggested age 7. -
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Common Sense says
Magic, mischief, and lessons for young tweens.
updated 02.09.09
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 7 and Up
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What to watch out for
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What Parents Need to Know
About Wizards of Waverly Place
Parents need to know that there's little to worry about in this Disney sitcom about a trio of siblings with magical powers. Each episode offers positive messages about responsibility, honesty, and making good decisions, and characters learn from their mistakes. Teen girls are sometimes portrayed as image-driven and shopping-obsessed, and some mildly rebellious behavior (a girl uses magic to help sneak out of the house for a clothing sale, for example) is common. Older tweens might find the squeaky-clean package a bit on the cheesy side, but it's fine for younger ones.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how siblings relate to each other. Kids: Do you think the characters' relationships are realistic? If you have siblings, how are the show's characters similar to you and your brothers and sisters? How are they different? Is it ever difficult to get along with siblings? Why? What do you do then? Do you think you would be closer to your family if you all shared a secret like the young wizards in the show do?
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Most Recent Reviews
Lives in GeorgiaI rate this title on for age 2 and give it
Lives in FloridaI rate this title off for age 2 and give itMy concerns are:- Excessive violence
- Inappropriate sexual content
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
I like it
This show is funny!!!!!!!!
- Lives in WisconsinI rate this title on for age 10 and give it
Funny, not Good Role Models
I have seen this show a few times and it is a funny show. I wouldn't let anyone under 10 see it though because of some comments made and issues covered. Alex Russo is not a good role model for girls because she fails to take school or work seriously. She has a bad attitude that girls should not follow.
- Lives in OhioI rate this title iffy for age 10 and give it
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I have heard a few comments on the show that may be inappropriate. The teenage girl (Alex Russo.) Makes sexual comments here and there on her older brother (Justin Russo) about him looking, being, and acting like a girl. I recommend 10+.
- I rate this title on for age 14 and give it
So annoying Harry Potter rip off!
The cast is so bratty! Gomes is not a good role modle for young girls!
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