Go, Diego, Go (Nickelodeon)

common sense media says

Dora's cousin rescues animals and delights kids.


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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that though this show is a spin-off of the popular Nick Jr. series Dora the Explorer (Diego is her cousin), it can hold its own. Diego Marquez is an explorer of the rain forests of Latin America. He lives alongside his computer-savvy older sister and many exotic animal friends. In each episode, Diego learns about an animal that is native to Latin America and saves it from a seemingly perilous situation. Though repetitive and clearly entertaining for preschoolers only, the show offers exposure to Latin American culture and demonstrates how a community can work together to help others.

Educational value: Kids learn about another culture and may pick up some Spanish.
Positive messages: The show promotes cooperation and teamwork, as well as cultural learning.
Positive role models: Diego, his older sister, and his animal friends work well together to rescue animals. Diego's sister is smart and resourceful.
Violence & scariness: Not applicable.
Sexy stuff: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids
  • Families can talk about the similarities in visuals to Dora, with computer game-like interactive animation. Which show do you like better? Why?

  • Diego also calls upon viewers many times to help him out by saying aloud different things about these animals, often in Spanish. How does the repetition help you learn?

What's the story?

What's the story?

It's no surprise the creators of the highly successful Dora the Explorer have sprung another show on Nick Jr., GO, DIEGO, GO, about Dora's eight-year-old cousin, an animal rescuer with the unique talent to communicate with animals. But unlike Dora, Diego's world is real -- the rainforests of Latin America. Each show focuses on a particular animal that is native to Latin America with Diego and the viewer learning interesting facts about it. Diego uses techno gadgets, his camera named "Click," and a computer to access important information about the animal. He also uses a Rescue Pack that can change into different modes of transportation, such as a parasail, hot air balloon, or raft to help him spring into action.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

By watching Go, Diego, Go, preschoolers learn more about the Latin world while becoming acquainted with a curious kid who never says no to an animal in need -- and the show's cultural component can't be underemphasized. Colorful visuals of the rainforest along with snappy Latin American music add to the flavor and richness of Diego's world. Diego speaks Spanish to his sister, friends, and you, the viewer. Also, the actors lending their voices are all Latin, including Rose Perez, the voice of Click.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-Y
Network: Nickelodeon
Cast: Gabriela Aisenberg, Jake T. Austin, Rosie Perez
Genre: Kids' Animation
Where to watch: Nickelodeon

This review was written by Pam Gelman
 
 

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dixee7
parent of 6 year old
 
parents beware
I have become increasingly concerned about the content of Diego. i have seen many inaccuracies in the educational information portrayed. But most recently i was very disturbed by the Ana the Anaconda episode where Deigo needed to not only track an anaconda snake, but pick it up, pet it like a puppy and carry it around his neck. my 4 year old and i live in the Mohave desert, snakes are a common animal found here and it seemed irresponsible of the program to sow something that is so dangerous in real life situation. It's one thing to use imagintive play for learning in some situations, but something as dangerous as approaching a snake should never be used as a teaching tool without also including safety. 3 and 4 year olds cant tell the difference between a dangerous snake and a non-poisonous snake. i am really disappointed with this show.

ThenewWelxhGirl09
kid, 10 years old
 
All ages.
This is a good show for younger kids and I used to love it. I have to embarrassingly admit I learned a lot of animal stuff from this sow.

StrayWolf
kid, 11 years old
 
Ok but not good
Well its not that great like talking animals and the words sound bad like "boothole" sounds like butthole and sheetz sounds like sh*t etc.. so its not right but anyways a good show to help kids learn about animals

F-Zero studios
teen, 14 years old
 
e.g. Perfect for my sister
she really loves this show and so do i, i think this is perfect for my 6 year old sister

moviega
kid, 9 years old
 

EspumaMarina
teen, 15 years old
 
Great kid show, the songs are actually not bad
It's cute, my brother has recently discovered it. I like the theme song to tell the truth, its catchy, I find myself dancing a little. It's not as irritating as most child shows. It's kinda cute, although I don't think Diego can sound like a cat by going "Meow" -he doesnt sound very animal like at all. But its cute when little kids do it. I must admit, Jake T. Auston isn't too bad of a voice actor for Diego, he's pretty spot on! Its kinda neat showing him trying to help animals, although... even though he has an older sister. Where's his parents? Why is he and his sister out alone? Dispite these questions its a okay show as I said before. But why does Diego pick up and play with the animals, when they could be dangerous, this can not be done in the wild. I have to wonder why everything must come to life all the time, and animals don't talk.. but its a kids show so I shouldn't bash it too harshly. What irritates me more than the show itself is the people that hate it just for the sake of hating it. Like making up true-to-stupid things like "He cusses" "Diego's gay" "he killed a man" ..... guys, please. I would still let my brothers watch this, but the 'going streight up to insanly wild animals' is a no-no.

super movie ...
teen, 15 years old
 
Go diego Go! No serisouly get out of here diego! GO!!!!
This dora wanna be has got to go! I mean this was a really good name for the tv show because everybody wants diego to GO! As in leave and never ever come back!!! Who agrees? if u agree compliment my review!!

Olyfoodies
parent of 3 year old
 
Better for older toddlers
When we let my 2.5 year old son watch he wakes up in the night scared. He LOVES the show though.

soopaman
kid, 11 years old
 
3.5/1O
go diego go is about dora's cousin who lives in a random jungle with stupid talking animals and a random talking camera unlike dora this goes on REAL adventures how ever the show isnt good why not you ask? well diego is very brave and might give kids i deas on how to do some very dangeruos stuff all in all 3.5/1O

bpm01
parent of and 3 , 5 , 11 , 12 year old
 
Educational!
My kids love this show. My 4 year-old knows all about a ton of different animals from watching it. It really is educational!

brandonneo6425
kid, 13 years old
 
stupid but...
It is sort of dumb but I love animals!

 
bad
bad. Enough said

wildfox
kid, 11 years old
 
unreal stuff and real stuff
its ok well at least kids learn about animals on it but they also teach little kids unreal stuff for example: rescue pack? no way about it what do you want your child to learn? backpacks talking or animals (not talking) ? i mean really would you want your child at school going to say to the kids "my backpack can turn into anything! your's can too!" the stuff thats real is: kids learning about animals that they wouldn't know until they were like 13 or 12 o ya heres some more unreal stuff animals i'm not trying to say that if i was a mom i wouldn't let my kids learn spanish but anyways back with the unreal stuff animals talking in spanish!? animals do not talk not in english or spanish thats just stupid what next? your spanish/english child talking in spanish to a animal? thats what i hate the most

azmendozafamil ...
parent of 3 and 4 year old
 
Great for kids, catchy tunes and edutainment!
Loved it!! We're a multi cultural household, so the bilingual angle is appreciated. The boys are excited about all the animals, and after a while watching they can retain some of the details, like mimicking the noises a leopard or sloth make. The siblings working together are also great for the boys to see. Also, don't be surprised if you catch yourself humming or even singing the songs at work, or at least during your commute. (The guys at work got a good laugh seeing their apprentice plumber singing about rescuing the king whale.)

Divine_Munchie_99
teen, 17 years old
 
Better than Dora
Good for young children. Unlike Dora, I can actually stomach this!

Sanjay407
kid, 13 years old
 
I like it
I like this show.

cmtmom
parent of 4 and 6 year old
 
My children love it.
My children are big fans of Diego and Dora. My oldest (4) loves answering the questions and jumping and walking like the animals. My youngest (2) is just now starting to understand the questions but he still loves watching the show.

Swit Swat
kid, 12 years old
 
Dora's cousin will delight young kids, but not older kids.
Yes, it is a good show for little kids. You can learn about different kinds of animals and you might even pick some Spanish if you don't know it. The show promotes good messages and good role models. But the show might start to get boring for 6 and up.

 
It gives me a break
My son loves Go Diego Go. He would jump on his bed screaming Go Diego Go. I have never seen him act like that over a television show. It keeps him occupied so I can get a break.

nickjrfan
kid, 11 years old
 
Diego is 100% AWESOME FOR KIDS AGES 3 AND UP!!
I think it is the best Nick Jr show ever!! Diego teaches us nature-like themes like save the baby jaguar or stuff like that... I think Go Diego Go is the best on Nick Jr as I said before!! :)

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