Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Potty humor and pranks rule in uneven cartoon.
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Why Age 7+?
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Based on 6 parent reviews
Based on 21 kid reviews
Kids say that this show has a polarizing appeal, with some describing it as funny and entertaining while others find it annoying and unworthy of attention. Many appreciate the nostalgic value and creativity from its time, despite mentioning that it often relies on immature humor and questionable messages.
- polarizing appeal
- nostalgic value
- immature humor
- creative shows
- entertaining
- unsuitable for kids
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What's the Story?
What are the worst elements of being at summer camp? Peer pressure and humiliation. At CAMP LAZLO, the camp's director, Scout Master Lumpus, is the primary malignant, greedy character who yells at the campers and ends up getting his just desserts in the end. The Jelly Bean scouts of Camp Kidney are comprised of Lazlo the monkey, his friends Clam the rhinoceros, Raj the elephant, and other animal scout characters. The ringleader, Lazlo is a likeable enough character whose friends are pretty funny sidekicks. Since Lazlo is usually pitted against authority, he possesses the innocent rebellious quality of a trickster. However, when Scout Master Lumpus gets angry, his yelling can be frightening, even if Lazlo does not take him seriously.
Is It Any Good?
Potty humor, practical jokes, silly comments, and strange hazing rituals make CAMP LAZLO an unpredictable show for younger viewers. Though the funny moments are worth the giggle, getting to the punchline could teach kids some unwelcome lessons. You might want to preview this one before you allow your kids to watch.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about teasing and being teased. When is it okay and when is it just not funny anymore?
TV Details
- Premiere date : July 8, 2005
- Cast : Carlos Alazraqui , Dee Bradley Baker , Jeff Bennett , Jennifer Hale , Jodi Benson
- Network : Cartoon Network
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Animals ( Wild Animals )
- TV rating :
- Last updated : October 9, 2025
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