Toot & Puddle (Nick Jr.)
common sense media says
Friendly pigs, sweet stories, and good messages.
parents & educators say
- 83% say it's educational
- 67% say there are positive role models
What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this delightful series based on the books by acclaimed artist Holly Hobbie is perfectly suited for preschoolers. Toot and Puddle love to explore and learn new things, and their fun-filled adventures include positive social lessons about respecting others, communication, and solving problems. The series also introduces preschoolers to geographical concepts like using maps, and the pigs' worldly travels expose viewers to cultural differences by incorporating local language, cuisine, traditions, and architecture into the stories.
Educational value:
The series introduces preschoolers to geographical concepts and other
cultures through the characters' travels, highlighting the
architecture, traditions, music, and cuisine of their host countries in
a simplified way that kids will understand.
cultures through the characters' travels, highlighting the
architecture, traditions, music, and cuisine of their host countries in
a simplified way that kids will understand.
Positive role models:
Toot and Puddle are adventurous and open to learning new things, and they're very good friends to each other and to the other characters they meet.
Violence & scariness:
Not applicable.
Sexy stuff:
Not applicable.
Language:
Not applicable.
Consumerism:
Not applicable.
Drinking, drugs, & smoking:
Not applicable.
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Review It
Based on 6 parent & educator reviews:
- 83% say it's educational
- 67% say there are positive role models
- 67% say there are positive messages
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Outdoor Mom
parent of 4 and 11 year old
parent of 4 and 11 year old
Great for preschool/early elementary ages
Great stories about friendship, problem solving, and exploring new things and places. My 3-yr-old LOVES this show. My 10-yr-old also happily watches them even though she is a bit too old for them, so they have something they can do together.
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Sanjay407
kid, 13 years old
kid, 13 years old
I like it
This shows you about international stuff.
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kid, 12 years old
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I don't like Nick Jr. anymore because they hae 0 commercials 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year.
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Torture
I don't like Nick Jr. anymore because they hae 0 commercials 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year.
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kid, 11 years old
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I don't like Nick Jr. anymore because they hae 0 commercials 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days a year.
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mkalamaras
parent of 5 year old
parent of 5 year old
This is a fun and gentle show, with characters who are upbeat and positive. I think its best quality is the presentation of diverse cultures and places.
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piper0137
parent of 4 and 4 year old
parent of 4 and 4 year old
A great show for little travelers!
What a fantastic show! Our family travels often, and it is wonderful to be able to watch a National Geographic Kids show that isn't boring, aimed at our toddlers that teaches geography in a fun and playful way, so our girls can learn about places around the world before we visit them. There are lots of great lessons here, too; about sharing, being a good friend, and trying new things. We love Holly Hobbie's books, too, and that's a great way to turn off the TV, but still give your kids a chance to connect to the characters. I would highly recommend the TV series AND the books!
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tabean
parent of 4 year old
parent of 4 year old
We love this cartoon and recorded it on our DVR for our child.
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smi34563
parent of 4 year old
parent of 4 year old
Sweet little kid fun
It's a sweet show with lovable characters. Healthy friendships, cultural education comes in when characters travel to far away places, send post cards and bring back treats!
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Swit Swat
kid, 12 years old
kid, 12 years old
A perfect show for toddlers and small children!
This is a really good show for little kids. It teaches you about different cultures around the world and what they mean. It also shows you the true meaning of friendship. Parents should watch this with their kids.
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kid, 12 years old
As a homeschooler, loved what it offered!
Toot and Puddle is a great two part show. One 12 minute story, a song, and then another 12 minutes story. They are two pig friends, that enjoy having fun either at home or while traveling. While at home they play with friends or create some fun by doing activities they learned on their vacations. For example, on a rainy day at home they decide to have a beach party like one they were at while vacationing at the beach. They also travel to different countries and children can learn some of the customs of those countries. The second half of the first episode took them to Spain. They even do things without eachother. I also like how the show teaches basic morals and values, like asking for help, or it's okay if you don't win in a race. As a teacher to my son I love what he can get from the show. You can catch Toot and Puddle November, 18th,19th,20th,21st,22nd,23rd at 5pm on NOGGIN!
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As a homeschooler, loved what it offered!
Toot and Puddle is a great two part show. One 12 minute story, a song, and then another 12 minutes story. They are two pig friends, that enjoy having fun either at home or while traveling. While at home they play with friends or create some fun by doing activities they learned on their vacations. For example, on a rainy day at home they decide to have a beach party like one they were at while vacationing at the beach. They also travel to different countries and children can learn some of the customs of those countries. The second half of the first episode took them to Spain. They even do things without eachother. I also like how the show teaches basic morals and values, like asking for help, or it's okay if you don't win in a race. As a teacher to my son I love what he can get from the show. You can catch Toot and Puddle November, 18th,19th,20th,21st,22nd,23rd at 5pm on NOGGIN!
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kid, 11 years old
As a homeschooler, loved what it offered!
Toot and Puddle is a great two part show. One 12 minute story, a song, and then another 12 minutes story. They are two pig friends, that enjoy having fun either at home or while traveling. While at home they play with friends or create some fun by doing activities they learned on their vacations. For example, on a rainy day at home they decide to have a beach party like one they were at while vacationing at the beach. They also travel to different countries and children can learn some of the customs of those countries. The second half of the first episode took them to Spain. They even do things without eachother. I also like how the show teaches basic morals and values, like asking for help, or it's okay if you don't win in a race. As a teacher to my son I love what he can get from the show. You can catch Toot and Puddle November, 18th,19th,20th,21st,22nd,23rd at 5pm on NOGGIN!
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