My Life as a Child (TLC)
common sense media says
Poignant tales of childhood right from the source.
parents & educators say
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this emotionally rich documentary series tells children's life stories in their own voices. The kids come from many different backgrounds and live in very different situations. One girl has same-sex parents; another child has cerebral palsy; one kid was adopted by a parent of a different race; and another is a musical prodigy. Some of the kids face major difficulties, and watching them describe and undergo these challenges can be heartbreaking. Expect tears.
Violence & scariness:
Discussion of poverty, hearing gunshots, living in a dangerous neighborhood.
Sexy stuff:
Parents (sometimes same-sex) are seen in bed together in non-sexual way. General discussions of dating.
Language:
Occasional "sucks."
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
If you look hard, you can occasionally see a wine glass or beer bottle on a table in the background.
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watch it with your kids
if your kids come from a priviledged background like mine do (or even if they don't) watch this show with them and let them see what it's like to live and cope with certain disadvantages tha they will never know. these stories are poignant, at times gritty but uplifting and told from the heart by some remarkable young people who are wise beyond their years. yes, you will laugh and cry and feel that this was time well spent sharing an experience with your child that teaches them to appreciate how good their own lives are while empathizing with others. these kids are something special.
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