 | ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age. |
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 | OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age. |
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House of Anubis
- Nickelodeon
- Genre: Drama
Common Sense Media says
British mystery series is clean, positive fun for tweens.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this mystery series offers a tween-friendly package of suspense and drama with little content to be concerned about. The teens provide good models of teamwork and respect, and their experiences with crushes, love triangles, and friendship struggles have some positive messages for tweens. There's a strong tie-in to the show’s website, so it’s a good idea to remind kids about your family's rules for Internet use before giving them the go-ahead.
What's the story?
HOUSE OF ANUBIS is a teen drama that follows the mysterious happenings in a dormitory at a British boarding school. The story starts with the arrival of an American student, Nina (Nathalia Ramos), and the simultaneous disappearance of Joy (Klariza Clayton). Joy’s best friend, Patricia (Jade Ramsey), is suspicious of the newcomer, but Nina makes a fast friend of the studious Fabian (Brad Kavanagh). Joy’s disappearance also corresponds with eerie and unexplained events throughout the house, and a handful of students set out to find out what’s behind them. Meanwhile, Nina’s new acquaintance with an elderly woman named Sarah (Rita Davies), who lived in the House of Anubis when she was young, may hold the key to unraveling all of the mysteries.
Is it any good?
House of Anubis has a lot to offer the tween set, from age-appropriate chills to some positive models in its teen characters. The show is a good stepping stone to scarier mysteries for kids who are new to this kind of content, as its light-fare suspense isn’t likely to really scare viewers of this age. As for the teens themselves, they’re a pretty likable bunch, and they navigate the choppy waters of love triangles and friendship woes with a fair amount of grace.
Tweens who do tune in may be tempted by plugs to visit the show’s website to play games, read more about the show, and use clues from each episode to solve mysteries on the site. Parents can use this opportunity to talk to their kids about Internet safety and to reiterate their rules about Internet use.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about friendship. Do you think all of the relationships in this show are realistic? How do they compare to your relationships with your peers?
Does this show scare you? How does it compare to other mystery series you’ve seen? Does the fact that it’s a British show change its tone? If so, how?
What are your family’s rules about the Internet? What sites do you visit frequently? Have you ever seen anything inappropriate on the Internet? What did you do?
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Looks stupid, but is really great!
Nina Martin and Fabian are very good leaders and responsible too. At first I didn't know what to expect, was it gonna be creepy or stupid? It is actually very entertaining and the plot always thickens. The acting and filming isn't the best, but I highly recommend.
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Kid, 12 years old
April 3, 2011
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lame
what a cheesy show.basic plot summary:a monster!*sees monster that doesnt look scary at all* seriously,stop producing cheesy live action shows nick
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I LOVE IT SO MUCH
Omg House Of Anubis Is The Bestist Show Iv Ever Wached I Love Nathalia Ramos So Much and this Show Wouldent Be Great With Out.. There A Lot Of Cliff-Hangers And Lots Of Sneaking Around Id Say This Show Is About 8+
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Stupid.
BORING! Why does Nick keep doing this to us!? Stop producing these lame live action shows!
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AGE
Perfect Show!!!!
I absolutely love this show and wouldn't miss it for the world. This show is literally the best show i have ever watched throughout my life! Nathalia Ramos is a wonderful actress and so with everyone else on the show. This show is very good with a lot of cliffhangers. I just am really disappointed that it is over. To begin with in the beginning i thought it was really stupid, but i will still watch the beginning to see what it's like. I saw the first episode and would not stop watching it because it is sooooooo good!!!!!!! LOVE THIS SHOW! Why did it stop? I wish it is still on! Make more to the show!
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Kid, 11 years old
February 20, 2011
AGE
Prove It!!!
Rayan is soooooooooooo wrong!!! I'd like to know who said that!
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i loved the show while it was showing my 4 year old wont miss it he even asks to watch the reruns
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Kid, 11 years old
February 26, 2011
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i love house of anubis, it's the best show ever. i wish that the season wasn't over, that season was short. my favorite character was fabian and patricia and mr. winkler. i also love egyptian mythology so much. my favorite god is anubis. hooray!
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pretty good, but some teens have a romance and to much surprises, pretty good though
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AGE
House of Anubis is the best show in the nickelodeon channel. It has a story plot that no viewer would imagine seeing on tv. What I really love about this show is that it has action, a quite romance, mystery like no other, and the characters talk like their not actors,they know how to play the role. What I'm really excited is their is going to be a season two because of us viewers. So stay tuned!! (:
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| Topics: | friendship, high school |
| TV rating: | TV-G |
| Network: | Nickelodeon |
| Cast: | Brad Kavanagh, Jade Ramsey, Nathalia Ramos |
| Genre: | Drama |
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