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World's Toughest Fixes
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Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8. -
Is it any good?
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Common Sense says
Mega repairs are big fun for inquiring families.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 8 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About World's Toughest Fixes
Parents need to know that this series celebrates the work of skilled professionals like equipment operators, mechanics, and engineers who don't often receive recognition. While there's not too much iffy content, the featured tasks (nuclear turbine repairs, reassembling a passenger jet, and the like) are often dangerous and suspenseful; any misstep could have disastrous results. Some young kids may be alarmed by the workers' -- and the host's -- ominous reminders of the risks, but overall this series offers families of grade-schoolers and up an intriguing glimpse at many jobs that quietly keep our world in good running order.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about how shows like this one educate viewers. What did you learn from this show? How can the media broaden our view of the world? How can it influence that view with selective reporting or exaggerated drama? Families can also discuss the jobs they saw performed in each episode. Do any of the jobs you saw interest you? What skills or education did the workers need to do their jobs? What would you like to do for a job? What subjects will you need to study to succeed?
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