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Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!
- Nickelodeon
- Genre: Kids' Animation
Common Sense Media says
Simple-but-cute cartoon emphasizes social skills.
Parents say
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Kids say
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that this animated series' simple, endearing characters and funny storylines are well-intentioned, conveying messages about self-awareness, sharing, responsibility, and other positive values. As children's television shows go, it's benign enough and makes the effort to teach important social skills.
What's the story?
Aimed at preschoolers, WOW! WOW! WUBBZY! features a cute, bouncy, and rather nondescript (but somewhat squirrel-like) yellow fellow named Wubbzy and his friends Widget and Walden (who also appear to be animals of some sort). They all live in the whimsical, pastel-colored world of Wuzzleburg and share all sorts of adventures, from racing a super-souped-up vehicle in a derby to looking after Wubbzy's strange new pet. Wubbzy (voiced by Grey DeLisle) is a carefree little guy who just wants to have fun; naturally, his escapades sometimes get him into trouble. Luckily, Widget (Lara Jill Miller) is a mechanical whiz who's always willing to help Wubbzy out of a jam, and bookish Walden (Carlos Alazraqui) is never without some pearls of wisdom when Wubbzy needs guidance. The three friends face the same kinds of interpersonal and developmental issues that preschoolers face -- such as fitting in and getting along with others -- and they have to figure out how to resolve those issues.
Is it any good?
Although the series' animation is unremarkable -- the colors and depth pale in comparison to many other popular preschooler cartoons, such as Noggin's The Backyardigans -- the storylines are simple, engaging, and funny, and the characters are cute and energetic. Unfortunately, it's likely that some young viewers will be bored by the flat visuals, but hopefully they'll watch long enough to absorb the show's positive messages.
Explore, discuss, enjoy
Families can talk about the problem or dilemma Wubbzy faces in each episode. What's bothering Wubbzy in this episode? If Wubbzy's in trouble, how did he end up in this predicament? Did he do something irresponsible -- if so, what was it? How does he resolve his problem? What do Widget and Walden do to help? What did you learn from the episode?
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Parent of 3 year old
December 30, 2010
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For the most part I am okay with this show, and I do allow my daughter to watch it. The issues I have are in the episode where Wubbzy goes to school and hates his teacher and doesn't like school, it seems to me that this is a way to get kids to already have problems with school from the get go.
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Parent of 2 year old
September 12, 2010
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Perfect for toddlers
My 2 year old daughter absolutely loves this show. At first it really annoyed me, but after watching it a few times it grew on me - it's an okay cartoon without violence. :)
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Kid, 11 years old
October 6, 2010
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My little sister is eight and watches this all the time. She is mentally challenged so she acts like shes four. Even I, an eleven year old, enjoy watching Wow Wow Wubsy. It is that good.
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Teen, 13 years old
September 12, 2010
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This show has alot of friendship, helping for short.
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OOPS!=5 and younger OK=6-10 WOW!=11 and older
it should be on Starz (Movie Channel) and not Nick Jr./Nick Networks, FOX 5 in Las Vegas, NV, ABC 7 in Los Angeles, CA, Starz in Satin City/City of Angels, FOX 11 in Encino, CA.
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OOPS!=5 and younger OK=6-10 WOW!=11 and older
it should be on Starz (Movie Channel) and not Nick Jr./Nick Networks, FOX 5 in Las Vegas, NV, ABC 7 in Los Angeles, CA, Starz in Satin City/City of Angels, FOX 11 in Encino, CA.
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Parent of 3, 6, and 9 year old
August 17, 2010
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We love Wubbzy
My 3 yr old daughter is a HUGE Wubbzy fan and has been for awhile now. My 6 yr old daughter will even watch an episode with her little sis and my 9 yr old son says this is the most tolerable show his baby sis watches, lol. Very entertaining and great lessons. Wubbzy is too cute ;)
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Teen, 13 years old
September 19, 2010
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For preschoolers
It's a cute show for kids. Although there's not much educational vaule. And I do question what they were trying to teach kids in the monster episode (when Whubzy was afraid of monsters). SPOILER at the end Walden helps Whubzy and Widet understand that there's no such thing as monsters, but apperantly Whubzy is still scared and asks Walden and Widget to have a sleepover with him (so he would feel more comfortable, he just used sleepover as an excuse). And then they see a fly and everyone starts thinking it's a monster. END OF SPOILER Maybe I'm overreacting, but I don't get this part
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Teen, 14 years old
July 3, 2010
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The first show to get all three highlights.
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Teen, 15 years old
February 11, 2011
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CHEESY AND CORNY
I hate this show. When I was little I enjoyed it, it was one of those shows my parents admitted were painful to watch with us, how funny! So stupid, cheesy, they say kickity kick ball, and stupid stuff like that. Who gives a crap about this show?
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| Topics: | friendship |
| TV rating: | TV-Y |
| Network: | Nickelodeon |
| Cast: | Carlos Alazraqui, Grey DeLisle, Lara Jill Miller |
| Genre: | Kids' Animation |
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