This may be the greatest show on television. My 2-yr old loves Foofa and Brobie more than food. The bands that appear as guests are starting to fill my iPod -- for me! The best thing about this show is that it teaches kids to look up to and respect people of all shapes, colors and sizes. Nicely multicultural. I hate to say, this is every morning's ritual...get woken up, turn on Yo, get myself ready for work...
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Yo Gabba Gabba!
(Rated TV-Y, Children's live action, Starring Lance Robertson, Adam Deibert, Emma Jacobs, Where to watch: Nickelodeon, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 0; suggested age 2. -
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Common Sense says
Music, dance, and good lessons for preschoolers.
Themes in this show include: friendship
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 2 and Up
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What Parents Need to Know
About Yo Gabba Gabba!
Parents need to know that this colorful preschool series highlights life lessons young viewers can relate to, like sharing, being a good friend, trying your best, and being polite. In short, there's nothing to worry about. The energetic puppet characters encourage kids to sing and dance along, and the series' pace and repetitive nature are well suited for 2- to 4-year-olds. All of that said, despite a roster of hip guest stars (like the Shins), some parents may not be quite as enchanted by the beat-driven soundtrack as their rockin'-out kids.
Read our full review by Emily Ashby
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the lessons the characters learn in each episode. Kids: What problems did the monsters encounter today? Did it affect one or all of the friends? How did they work through the problem? How did they work together to help each other?
- Have you ever experienced problems like the monsters'? What did you do? Who are the people you trust when you're in trouble? How do you try to be a good friend?
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Most Recent Reviews
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Good role models
My 2-yr old's absolute favorite. Have over 20 episodes on DVR.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
2 year olds love it, great music and story segments...characters a little annoying
Although the character voices can be a bit over the top and annoying, the messages/themes are age appropriate and useful, the music is current and a great alternative to traditional kids music, the pace and nice, and the segments are fun. I especially like that it is only a 25 minute program. It makes it easier to shut off as opposed to sesame street that is also great but one hour.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
2 year olds love it, great music and story segments...characters a little annoying
Although the character voices can be a bit over the top and annoying, the messages/themes are age appropriate and useful, the music is current and a great alternative to traditional kids music, the pace and nice, and the segments are fun. I especially like that it is only a 25 minute program. It makes it easier to shut off as opposed to sesame street that is also great but one hour.
- I rate this title on for age 2 and give it
- My highlights are:
- Educational
- Good role models
- I rate this title iffy for age 2 and give it
Nice throwback, but a miss for kids
The design of the show is great. Great colors, great character design. Definitely pulls from oldschool Sid & Marty Krofft shows like HR Pufnstuf, Sigmund and the Sea Monsters or the Banana Splits. It's also a bit like an indie Sesame Street, with guest stars like Jack Black and great indie rock bands like Mates of State, Dean & Britta, MGMT and the Shins. Problem is: The show itself is geared toward the very young, and is extremely repetitive. It's actually better appreciated by the hipster teens and parents that enjoy the design and music. I love a good Bootsy Collins impression, but most of the appreciation flies over the heads of the supposed target audience. My 4 y.o. kid just kinda looked at it, and was sort of turned off by its odd energy. If you like, it's good for getting the blood pumping a bit, but pretty shallow otherwise.
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Ratings at a Glance
| 86% | of parents say there are good role models |
| 86% | of parents say it gives kids positive messages |
| 71% | of parents say it's educational |
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