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Charlie and Lola

(Rated TV-Y, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Morgan Gayle, Ryan Harris, Daniel Mayers, Where to watch: Disney Channel, DVD, Online)
  • 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 4.
  • Is it any good?

    5.0
  • Common Sense says

    Brit siblings set good examples; great for kids.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 4 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    Siblings are very courteous of one another's feelings and are articulate when expressing their feelings.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • 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 Charlie and Lola

Parents need to know that the animation in this delightful cartoon is beautiful, the characters are charming and funny, and the stories are simple and sweet. It's a great show for parents and kids to watch together and can inspire not only laughter, but also creative projects based on the wonderful, collage-like animation.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about the relationship between the siblings. Is it reflective of your family? What can your kids learn about consideration from this show? Do your kids watch out for one another? What do your kids think about the series' animation and artwork?

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

    Perfect for all ages

    Love it, especially their caring loving attitude for each other. The accent is compelling.

  2. I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Very Cute Show I Watched When I Was Little!

    I love this show. It's wonderful, really, really wonderful! I couldn't wish for more out of this show. Lola is so silly and Charlie just takes it so well! I love the positive-ness of the show!

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

    We watch it again and again, happily.

    The Minnow doesn't watch much television. When she does, it is usually a Charlie and Lola. Eleven minutes of pure fantastic fun. Great graphics, great music, no wacky antics or hit-you-over-the-head lessons. Just a five-ish year-old girl and her nine-ish year-old brother, using their imaginations to enjoy themselves. Lola can't check out the library book she loves and Charlie helps her choose another one. Lola wants to be the bigger one so she can go on the big kid amusement park ride and Charlie pretends to be the little brother so she can see how it feels. Lola wants it to snow every day and Charlie takes her on an imaginary trip to the North and South Poles. Lola and her friend Lotta want to play pretend and Lola has forgotten her suitcase of props. They search the house for other things to pretend with. It's the right mix of simple stories, totally believable emotions, and compelling graphics (all done in black crayon and collage).

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

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

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