 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids. |
 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
 | NOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age. |
Dean of Invention
- Planet Green
- Genre: Educational
Common Sense Media says
Inventor shows cutting-edge science that could inspire kids.
Parents say
Kids say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this educational series, hosted by celebrity-inventor Dean Kamen, features smart people talking about smart ideas that could possibly inspire kids to do smart things. There’s no swearing, sex, or anything else that might alarm parents or disturb kids.
What's the story?
Renowned inventor Dean Kamen, best-known as the creator of the Segway scooter, is the host for this expedition to the most cutting-edge of scientific achievements. Along with correspondent Joanne Colan, they visit advanced research labs to learn about bionic limbs, artificial intelligence, microscopic robots and many other amazing projects currently under
development. Many of these inventions would have seemed completely
impossible only a few years ago, but are now completely in the grasp of
human engineers, demonstrating how the range of scientific achievements
is progressing by leaps and bounds.
Is it any good?
DEAN OF INVENTION is like a field trip to the future. The inventions seen here may one day seem commonplace, but today they seem just short of magic. Kamen and Colan are excellent companions as they explain how these things work and why they are important -- they make the seemingly impossible come across as well within the grasp of modern scientists. It’s fascinating and fun, and might even inspire a few young viewers to become inventors.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about cutting-edge science. What do you think about the projects seen here? Are you impressed by these inventions?
What do you think about Dean Kamen? Few engineers become well-known; what has he done to merit such fame?
There aren't any reviews yet. Be the first to review this title below.
| TV rating: | TV-14 |
| Network: | Planet Green |
| Cast: | Dean Kamen |
| Genre: | Educational |
Review It
Great alternatives handpicked by our editors
Already seen it? What do you think?
More from Common Sense Media
Top advice and articles
