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Jacob Two-Two (ION, NBC, qubo)

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A relatable kid learns to stand up for himself.

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Parents need to know that Jacob is a relatable character for kids who come from large families and might feel like they get picked on. Although there's a lot of name calling and sibling rivalry in this show, the messages about honesty, standing up for yourself, and overcoming obstacles make this a fine pick.

Positive messages: Jacob passes on good lessons about honesty and standing up for yourself.
Violence & scariness: Siblings occasionally push and shove.
Sexy stuff: Slight innuendo amongst parents.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking: Not applicable.
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Families can talk about family roles. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being the youngest (or oldest, or middle) child in a large family? What's it like to be an only child? How are families similar to and different than each other?

What's the story?

What's the story?
Based on the books by Mordecai Richler, JACOB TWO-TWO chronicles the adventures of a kid whose siblings gave him the titular nickname because he usually needs to say everything twice in order to be heard. But while the always-honest Jacob (voiced by Billy Rosemberg) may be small and the object of much sibling teasing, he can overcome almost any obstacle by the end of each episode.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

In addition to boasting hip music and cool animation, Jacob Two-Two is a show that most kids should be able to relate to. What kid hasn't had to deal with wanting their own room, trying to fit in, and learning how to stand up for themselves in a big world? The sibling rivalries are sometimes overplayed, and the name-calling and occasional slight innuendoes between Jacob's parents might raise a few parental eyebrows. But overall the series successfully conveys useful life lessons in each episode, making it a fine choice for grade-schoolers.

TV themes & details

TV Details
TV Rating: TV-Y
Network: ION
Cast: Billy Rosemberg, Jocelyn Barth, Marc McMulkin
Genre: Kids' Animation
Where to watch: ION
This review was written by Deirdre Sheppard
 
 

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apoloto
kid, 12 years old
8
 
Very underrated in my opinion.
This is an OK show. I just wish that Canada will give us more than 5 episodes of this show, because unbeknownst to most, it currently has 60-odd episodes and is still running! Besides, it's not completely childish like Boo or Turbo Dogs, as the other person mentioned. I thought that the animation was unique, not necessarily good, but unique. Hopefully this'll someday be aired on the Hub.
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bratser
kid, 10 years old
8
 
IT'S NOT POO POO. IT'S NOT AN ARTHUR RIP OFF AND YOU ARE BETTER WATCHING THIS THAN LAZY TOWN AWESOME SHOW in my opinion
this show is one the qubo shows that aren't childish like maisy and boo it doesn't have boring lessons like willa's wild life and pearlie,and it doesn't have adults acting like kids like turbo dogs it's only flaw is the animation . really hilarious like greedygut naked. jacob two two marathon on qubo 9am to 12pm on november 25 2011 don't miss it
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soopaman
kid, 11 years old
5
 
two two is poo poo
what the crap was that bad animation horrific voice acting HIS LAST NAME IS TWO TWO? uhhhh ok that was very boring in the morning the teenagers nearly kill each other just tring to use the toilet? geez whats next...
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omommie
parent of 6 year old
4
 
QUBO
My son, 5, loves all the shows on Qubo. A lot of them are listed under NBC, Ion. He also likes Sitting Ducks. Jacob he finds funny funny!
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mkalv
teen, 17 years old
3
 
Arthur-rip off.
This show is just like Arthur, only not as good! Sorry, but the animation reeks!
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NakedBrothersB ...
teen, 15 years old
 
NOT for mature kids-- you're better off watching LazyTown!!!
Once again, meet one of the Qubo block's most ugliest characters. Also wins a prize (in MY book) for the ugliest minor characters. The educational value is low. You learn social values that most people learned years ago. It's like making a 5th grade TV series on How to Use the Loo.
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