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Sprout's Wiggly Waffle

(Rated TV-Y, Children's live action, Starring Murray Cook, Jeff Fatt, Anthony Field, Where to watch: Sprout)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 3.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Waking up Wiggles-style gets preschoolers moving.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 3 and Up

The good stuff

  • Educational value:

    Many of the segments promote healthy lifestyle habits, and kids learn about the components of a well-balanced diet.
  • Messages:

    The series encourages kids to get involved in the songs and movements they see The Wiggles doing.
  • Role models:

    The Wiggles are always good role models for kids, working as a team and showing their consideration for each other in everything they do.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    The show often promotes its own Web site, encouraging kids to log on (with a parent’s help) and submit photos and videos for use on the show.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Sprout's Wiggly Waffle

Parents need to know that this programming block starring The Wiggles is a high-energy way to get preschoolers started in the morning. The upbeat songs are sure to get kids moving, and the abbreviated episodes of kid-friendly series like The Mighty Jungle mean that there are plenty of good "TV turn off" stopping points without kids thinking they’re missing something. As a bonus, the show makes an effor to remind kids about the importance of eating well and staying healthy. Expect regular mentions of the show's Web site, where kids (with parents’ help, that is) can submit photos and videos for use on the show.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about healthy habits. Why is it important to give your body the right foods to keep it feeling good? How do you get your exercise? What other types could you try?
  • Kids: Do you like The Wiggles' music? Why or why not? Do you have a favorite character on the show?
  • What rules does your family have for TV use? Are the rules the same for other media in your home? Kids: How do these rules keep you safe?

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    I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it 2.0
    My concerns are:
    • Negative message
    • Negative role models

    Think about gender messages you want to send your kids.

    Every woman on this show is either silent, or an inanimate object. There is one woman who is a dinosaur (I think). She does a pretend news program where one of the 5 men is featured with some "wise" news information.

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