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Bindi: The Jungle Girl

(Rated TV-Y7, Educational, Starring Terri Irwin, Bindi Irwin, Where to watch: Discovery Kids)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 4; suggested age 5.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Croc Hunter's spunky daughter carries on his work.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Teaches kids (and their parents) about animals from around the world.
  • Messages:

    Underscores the importance of conserving animals' natural habitats to protect their existence.
  • Role models:

    Bindi is plucky, enthusiastic, and fearless when it comes to animals. Her passion is infectious, and kids are bound to find her a positive role model.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Some scenes in zoos and rescue facilities show animals being tranquilized for transport or surgery. Bindi mentions hunting practices that contribute to animals' endangerment, like the "finning" of sharks (killing them only to use their tails and fins in soup).
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Bindi: The Jungle Girl

Parents need to know that this educational series -- which focuses on Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin's daughter Bindi -- is a great choice for the whole family. The spunky young hostess is just as passionate about wildlife as her famous dad, and catchy song-and-dance numbers add to the learning in a fun, kid-friendly way. Viewers of all ages will come away with a new appreciation for nature's diversity and be reminded of the importance of preserving animals' natural habitats.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about how Bindi is following in her dad's footsteps. Does it seem natural that she'd have her own show, or contrived? How is she similar to and different from her famous father?
  • How does a species become endangered? What can we do to help them? How might the world be affected by the extinction of various kinds of plants and animals?

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  1. Kid Reviewer Age 6
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Shark Question

    I am 6 years old and watch Bindi everyday after schoool. I even download and buy her songs, because I love to hear her sing. I would like to ask Bindi how many teeth do sharks have? from: baldeagle

  2. Kid Reviewer Age 6
    I rate this title on for age 6 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

  3. I rate this title on for age 3 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Great educational show that's fun for the whole family.

    My kids were getting bored with watching their umpteenth episode repeats of "Zoboomafoo." So I checked out some other shows and found this was the best new alternative for both my kids. They love it!

  4. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in New York
    I rate this title iffy for age 5 and give it 5.0

    I cried!

    When I was watching Bindi on her first severals episodes I started to cry. She reminds me alot of her father. I know that she will truly carry out her father's legacy. Sincerely; Sweetmaddy

  5. Kid Reviewer Age 11
    Lives in Texas
    I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 5.0

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