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Eco Company

(Rated TV-G, Educational, Starring Jordan Fowler, Jessica Mann, Brendan Young, Where to watch: Syndicated)

  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 6, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.

  • Is it any good?

    4.0

  • Common Sense says

    Green messages that young viewers can identify with.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Kids who watch will learn a lot about "green" resources and practices.

  • Messages:

    The series' pro-environmentalism message encourages teens to live a greener lifestyle and be proactive about protecting the planet. It also raises awareness about the impact that people's actions have on the world around them.

  • Role models:

    The teens are great examples of young people being proactive when it comes to something they care passionately about. That said, at times they do things that are a little irresponsible, like riding bicycles without helmets.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.

  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.

  • Language:

    Not an issue.

  • Consumerism:

    The series profiles businesses that are selling green products, like Calfee Bamboo bicycles.

  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Eco Company

Parents need to know that this kid-friendly educational series is intended to encourage young people to learn about and participate in protecting the planet. The show’s teen hosts promote green living and profile people and organizations that also support this goal. While some kids may not be totally engaged by the show's content, others could be inspired by its call to action. The hosts are positive role models, but they're occasionally shown making iffy decisions (like riding bikes without a helmet).

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about using peer reporting (aka “teen journalists”) to inspire young people to get involved in a cause. Do you think this is a good way to use the media to reach kids? What are the potential benefits and drawbacks?
  • Are journalists always supposed to be objective when reporting a story? Should a journalist ever report a story to promote a specific cause or agenda? Is it possible to report a story that promotes a specific agenda and still be unbiased?
  • What can you and your family do to help protect the planet? How much of an impact do you think these efforts will have on the world and its people?
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