Tickle U

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Common Sense Media says

A block of short cartoons, some good, some weird.
greenON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
yellowPAUSE: Know your child; some content
may not be right for some kids.
redOFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
not for kidsNOT FOR KIDS: Not appropriate for kids any age.

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What parents need to know

Parents need to know that there is no objectionable material in these shows per se but that they are being surrounded by commercial tie-ins for Cartoon Network, the bi-product of which is that the show encourages TV watching in our youngest children. These tie-ins argue that the show "develops humor" but really, it's sophisticated brand extension. While some of the cartoons are fun, some are dull, and some are weird, but there's nothing scary or violent.


What's the story?

TICKLE U is a block of programming for pre-K kids and their parents. There are seven shows, each about 10 to 15 minutes long, that rotate through the two-hour time slot. The overarching theme of the programs is to encourage a sense of humor and optimism, two qualities which most preschoolers already have in abundance, but a little more never hurt. The programs vary widely: There's Yoko Jakamoko Toko, about African animals; Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs, about a little boy with a big imagination; Gerald McBoing Boing, about a boy who doesn't talk; and others.


Is it any good?

 

Tickle U is extremely silly, but the animation is lovely, and little kids will crack up at the animal antics. In addition to the shows, Tickle U has messages that appear at the bottom of the screen throughout, conveying useful information such as "Your child loves to tell a joke and hear you laugh" and "Optimistic people relate better to other people," along with helpful statements such as "You're a pre-K parent if you wish you had stock in pudding" and "You're a pre-K parent if you see the diaper as half empty." These messages can quickly become annoying, even more so if you child asks you to read each one as it appears on the screen.


Explore, discuss, enjoy

Families can talk about some of this show's themes: Why is it important to be yourself, tell the truth, or ask for help when you need it?


This review of Tickle U was written by
Kid, 12 years old
April 9, 2008
 
If you watch this, you are just watching baloney
I think this program is so dumb. Sure it may be GREAT for little kids, HOWEVER!!!! They say the jokes are so funny. - Buzzer sound - Proof? This how good their jokes are... Q: what is a crayon and it's blue? A: a blue crayon! Now how many times did you laugh at that? This show encourages baby, lame jokes...

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Parent of 11 and 11 year old
July 12, 2011
 
I FINALLY found this online, and my boys LOVE it!
One show contains dinosaurs that make them jump a bit, and there's some loud noises. Other then that, perfect for a rainy day with 10+!
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Kid, 9 years old
March 31, 2011
 
HTFMoron
You're a Moron! HTFMime, Its Cute and Playful Darnit! CN THE GOOD STUFF IS GONE I feel sorry for HTF a brain that smalll
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Teen, 14 years old
November 19, 2010
 
Whoever made this show is not human!
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Kid, 11 years old
April 9, 2008
 
Funny story about this..
I was watching this at my dad's house. My (half) brother was watching Peppa Pig until my dad said that "that pig show" was awful and he requested to change the channel.

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Parent of an infant, 8, and 10 year old
September 23, 2010
 
Insane educational. I have reordings of one of the block's shows!
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Kid, 6 years old
November 11, 2009
 
Bring Back Tickle U
Ill Miss It 2006-2008
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Kid, 8 years old
September 23, 2010
 
VERY educational for little kids, except the jokes are not that funny.
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This review of Tickle U was written by
Topics:dinosaurs, wild animals
TV rating:TV-Y
Network:Cartoon Network
Cast:Ariel Winter, Tom Kenny
Genre:Kids' Animation

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