Common Sense Media Review
By Tracy Moore
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Toddler Bratz look unrealistic but promote teamwork.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 5+?
Any Positive Content?
Where to Watch
Videos and Photos
Bratz Babyz Save Christmas
What's the Story?
When Cloe, Sasha, Jade, and Yasmin learn their parents are snowed in and won't make it back in time for Christmas, they head to the mall with Gran to visit Santa -- but they discover that Santa is in trouble and won't be able to deliver the presents in time. As they strike out to rescue Christmas and save the day, they discover that not getting what you want doesn't always have to be a bad thing.
Is It Any Good?
Bratz Babyz are a tough sell. Though every other character in this animated adventure looks realistic -- Grandma has wrinkles and age spots -- these toddlers could not look less like actual toddlers in any shape or form. But, if you can get past the shiny manes, lipstick, mascara, and eye shadow on characters that are hardly out of diapers, there are some positive messages here and a can-do spirit about problem solving. Overall, the adventure is a pretty convoluted one, but the themes are simple enough: We don't always get what we want, but sometimes we get something better if we can just keep a positive attitude. That's something to embrace, even if the packaging isn't exactly up to snuff.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about not always getting what you want. Have you ever missed out on something exciting, only to discover there was something better instead? What happened?
What do you think about how the Bratz Babyz look? Do they look like toddlers to you? Why, or why not?
What do you do when things aren't going the way you expected? What are some good ways to stay positive when you can't get your way?
Movie Details
- On DVD or streaming : November 5, 2013
- Cast : Britt Irvin , Britt McKillip
- Director : Phil Weinstein
- Studio : Lionsgate
- Genre : Family and Kids
- Topics : Adventures , Friendship
- Run time : 70 minutes
- MPAA rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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