Olivia (Nickelodeon)
common sense media says
Precocious pig offers positive messages for preschoolers.
parents & educators say
- 27% say there are positive role models
- 27% say there are positive messages
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this engaging animated show for preschoolers is based on a series of best-selling books by Ian Falconer. If your kids are already familiar with Olivia's escapades, they'll be delighted to see her in this new form, and newcomers will be inspired to check out Falconer's stories after watching her in action. Adventurous Olivia has plenty of positive messages for kids about friendship, self-confidence, and the joys and responsibilities of being a sibling, and she demonstrates that imagination is a reliable tool in working through the issues kids face in everyday life.
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Consumerism:
The show is based on a popular series of books, so young fans may want to check them out. (But there's nothing wrong with that!)
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Based on 11 parent & educator reviews:
- 27% say there are positive role models
- 27% say there are positive messages
Most useful reviews by all members
Peenut2k7
kid, 10 years old
kid, 10 years old
WORSER THAN NI-HAO KI-LAN
This my friend. IS THE WORST.THING.CREATED.EVER. Olivia is a pig, she thinks of her self as god, wants to brutally murder her younder brother, and only loves herself. NEVER watch this show unless you want your kids murdering their siblings like Flippy from Happy Tree Friends.
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bythesea
parent of 4 and 6 year old
parent of 4 and 6 year old
Bossy Pig
I think Olivia is mean to her brother and often annoyed by him. This show does not foster great sibling relationships. Also, her mother asks her to do things, and she complains and doesn't always listen. This pig is a bossy spoiled role model.
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CurleyQ72
parent of 2 and 5 year old
parent of 2 and 5 year old
Olivia seems a little self indulgent....
I have watched parts of Olivia and thought she had a great imagination, but the other day I actually sat down and watched an entire episode. It was the one where Olivia had a very tiny part in the school play. She was not really happy about this and engineered a "big finale" for her character. I used it as a "teaching moment" with my daughter about how you can't always be the center of attention and that there may be times that we have to take a backseat to others (like a school play). I don't want my kids to think it is OK to upstage their friends....maybe it was just this episode, but she seemed a little self-indulgent to me.
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LilybugsMom
parent of 3 year old
parent of 3 year old
Although I like Olivia's imagination, self confidence and propensity for mischief in the original book, I think it goes a bit too far in the television show. Nick Jr.'s Olivia is, in short, a brat. She bosses her friends, she hogs the spotlight, she thinks she is better than everyone else, and her family inexplicably gives in to her every demand and whim. In one episode, she is required to give a report on a country of her choosing and bring a dish. She changes her mind multiple times with no regard to the work her mother puts in to preparing the food for her, and then finally, in the ultimate display of unchecked self absorbtion, settles on a MADE UP COUNTRY NAMED AFTER HERSELF. There's confidence and self esteem, and then there's arrogance and entitlement. Unfortunately, Olivia exemplifies the latter two.
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Mommy2two
parent
parent
Bossy little pig
Plain and simple: Olivia is a bossy little pig.
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bubblegumashley8
kid, 10 years old
kid, 10 years old
THIS SUCKS!
It's stupid! Francine is a spoiled brat and a neat freak! Olivia only thinks about her feelings. Everyone is so mean! And in the play episode, here's a thing.
Teacher: And the fairy queen is...
Olivia: Olivia!
Teacher: No, its Francine!
That's not cool. Olivia is just a little brat! Olivia only thinks about herself and also tries to spoil herself
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achilleseffect
parent of 4 and 8 year old
parent of 4 and 8 year old
Olivia provides good role models for boys and girls
I have to disagree with the reviewer who said the Olivia books are stupid. They are actually very clever and Olivia, while a tad impatient with her brother (hardly an unrealistic situation), is a good-hearted, intelligent and creative character. As role models go, I think she is very good. She has many interests, has tenacity and is never afraid to try new things. As a precocious youngster, she appeals to both boys and girls.
She gets into mischief occasionally, but that is part of childhood. She learns from her mistakes and her family supports her and shows kids that no matter what, their parents will love them.
Unlike the case with many other programs for children, Olivia's father provides a good male role model. He is involved with his children to a far greater degree than in the books.
Overall, this show is a winner.
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TheViolinist123
adult
adult
Wonderful show for Kids!
I think this is a great show that should stay on Nick Jr. It is educational, fun, and displays a good role model for children. I hope the show stays longer for my kid to see. :)
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teamjacobgirl2.0
teen, 17 years old
teen, 17 years old
Cute little pig
Oliva's a cute show and my 4 year old sister loves it.
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rebma97
teen, 14 years old
teen, 14 years old
Well...
The show itself is okay, but I don't see the educational value. There aren't really bad messages, but I don't see what positive messages there are in this show besides the fact that Olivia uses her imagination to have fun. But that's just my opinion.
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arudek805
parent of 4 and 7 year old
parent of 4 and 7 year old
As imaginative as the books
My boys love the Olivia books and were keen to check out the new show. It is adorable. One of the nicest things is how kindly the family members interact with each other. The siblings don't fight or call each other names as is often the case on other shows. The parents are actually shown as being present and caring individuals. One of the best shows out there.
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rnmomof5
parent of 5 , 6 , 17 , and 19 , 20 year old
parent of 5 , 6 , 17 , and 19 , 20 year old
we love olivia!
My 4 and 5 year old daughters adore Olivia! And actually it is the only kids show that I really enjoy as well. As for the other reviews about Olivia being selfish or Francine being a clean freak...well, kids are kids and God didn't create anyone perfect. This show is about how real kids interact, not good all the time, not bad all the time, just kids. We love the books and the tv show! Can't wait for more new episodes!
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popcornpop1997
parent of 3 , 6 , 9 , 14 , 18 , and 26 year old
parent of 3 , 6 , 9 , 14 , 18 , and 26 year old
Hmmm...
The books are dumb and pointless, a 4 year old could have written them! I mean really, 5 words on a page! Wow! So... they made a TV show out of it? I don't know what to say about that... but I guess any age could see it because there is nothing wrong with it, its just STUPID!
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shyne786
kid, 11 years old
kid, 11 years old
Olivia is a great role model
This is a great show for kids' imaginations because it always shows Olivia using hers. I really like the characters because they always talk nicely to others and and never fight. I disagree with the other reviews that say that Olivia is spoiled and always wants to be the center of attention. She is only a six year old kid and that's how they act! You should definetly watch this show.
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Sanjay407
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
I like it
Nothing bad. No in-your-face talk.
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readingroom1537
parent
parent
Olivia is a very spoiled pig.
Olivia is a spoiled, selfish, pig who sets a very bad example for young children. Her stories exemplify everything that is wrong with parenting today.When did it become acceptable for children to ignore their parents and behave as if they are in charge? Self confidence and imagination are great qualities worth promoting, but not at the cost of order and respect. Olivia needs to listen more and demand less.
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