 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
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 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Cyberchase
- PBS
- Genre: Educational
Common Sense Media says
Problem-solving cyber-adventures for kids.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this adventure cartoon mixes fantasy with practical problem-solving. The adventures aren't scary, violent, or sexually inappropriate. Rather, they require fortitude and brain power. When the main characters cooperate, their smarts overpower any struggle.
What's the story?
CYBERCHASE takes place inside that quasi-fantastical world we call Cyberspace. The show revolves around three kids who get drawn into Cyberspace through a portal and are asked to help protect Mother Board from a malevolent bad guy named Hacker, who intends to take over all of the existing systems for his own benefit. In each episode, a real-life skill is introduced, such as how to read a map or how to do inverse operation problem-solving. The adventures hinge on the characters' abilities to problem solve, while the show's pacing invites kids to figure the problem out for themselves.
Is it any good?
The only downside to adventures in Cyberspace is the fact that many characters are glued to computer screens all day and have a limited sense of what goes on in the "real world." Apparently the show's producers considered this paradox and have provided a 5-minute scenario after the cartoon called "For Real," which shows a real person solving problems using the skills taught in the show -- in the real world.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about trial and error. Dis the kids figure out the problem right away? Or did they try out a few different strategies before they got it right? How do you deal with trial and error in real life?
Who are the "good guys" and who are the "bad guys" in this show? What is the bad guy's motivation?
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Brainpower Wins!
The kids in the show use their brainpower to conquer the villain. The show models logical thinking and problem solving. It is also well produced and a joy to watch.
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Really educational!!!
I loved this show when I was in kinder-3rd grade!! It taught me so much about math!! I thank this show teaching me so much when I was that young. It really helps you down the road.
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Math solving
It is a fun show. It's Funny when hacker calls his crew names. It is sci-fi without the violence.
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GREAT SHOW!
Oh my goodness I used to be in love with this show!! :) It's really good for younger kids and teaches them the value of teamwork and problem solving. However some episodes review vocabulary and that sort of thing, so kids under 5 may not comprehend.
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One of my favorite shows at five
I absolutely loved this show. There's nothing wrong with it and it helps teach kids about math.
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Kids love it
My 7 and 2 year olds love this show. I do not know why it is rated "iffy" for 2 year olds except that they may not understand the all of the content. That may make it a waste of time that could be better spent reading or doing something else, but it does not make it "iffy". It is never scary, violent, or inappropriate. It is s a show that these two age groups can enjoy together and you can feel good about having them watch. If you are going to allow your children to watch tv this is a great choice!
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| Topics: | magic and fantasy |
| TV rating: | TV-Y |
| Network: | PBS |
| Cast: | Annick Obonsawin, Jacqueline Pillon, Novie Edwards |
| Genre: | Educational |
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