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The Little Couple

(Rated TV-G, Reality TV, Starring Bill Klein, Jen Arnold, Where to watch: TLC, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 5, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 8.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Extraordinary newlyweds have good messages for families.

Themes in this show include:   family relationships

Why We Rated This on for Ages 8 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    The show isn't positioned as an educational series, but viewers will learn lessons about acceptance and diversity.
  • Messages:

    The show raises awareness about people with obvious differences without being preachy.
  • Role models:

    Bill and Jen are open and honest about the challenges that their stature poses, but neither ever wallows in negativity about their circumstances. They're both successful professionals, and their struggles and joys in the early stages of their marriage will resonate with most couples.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Bill and Jen often kiss in front of the camera, and there's some rare insinuation of sexual activity. In one scene, for example, they glance knowingly at each other and say they're going to bed -- and in the next scene there's giggling in the background as someone hangs a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the hotel door.
  • Language:

    Infrequent instances of "f--k" and "s--t" are bleeped.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    The couple -- and other adults in social settings -- often drink wine or other alcoholic beverages with dinner.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About The Little Couple

Parents need to know that this Little People, Big World spin-off raises awareness about people with differences by immersing viewers in everyday life of a newlywed couple with dwarfism. Although Bill and Jen sometimes discuss how hurtful some people's reactions to them can be, the show focuses more on their very typical relationship issues (he criticizes her driving, she thinks he's a control freak) than on how their unique circumstances set them apart. Ultimately it celebrates the human spirit and celebraes the things we all have in common.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about looking past outward appearances. How would you react if you encountered someone who looked very different from you at the store or at school? Would it be hard for you to look past those differences?
  • Why is it important to get to know a person before you judge him or her? What does “prejudice” mean? Have you ever found yourself being prejudiced? How can you change that behavior?
  • Are Bill and Jen good role models?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Adult Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 17 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Best Reality Show On TV.

    This is the best reality show on TV today. Lots of positive messages, happy moments galore, humour and overall a feel good all over experience. I enjoy watching the episodes over and over. Just a lot of fun.

  2. Adult Reviewer
    Lives in Oregon
    I rate this title on for age 16 and give it 4.0
    My concerns are:
    • Inappropriate language

    • My highlights are:
    • Good role models

    Love the show, but clean up the language.

    I love it. Jen really makes the show. She's pretty and intelligent. A very sweet person. I would watch it more, but I'm afraid my kids will hear Bill's bad language.

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