Common Sense Media Review
By Lakshmi Hutchinson
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Exciting sci-fi adventure story will delight all ages.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 5+?
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Where to Listen
What's It About?
THE ALIEN ADVENTURES OF FINN CASPIAN follows the exploits of 8-year-old Finn Caspian and his friends Abigail, Elias, and Vale. They make up Explorers Troop 301, and they live aboard the Marlowe 280 Interplanetary Exploratory Space Station. In Finn's world, kids learn through space exploration -- something they're allowed to do once a troop member has been assigned a robot on their 8th birthday. Finn and his friends bravely explore other planets, uncover mysteries, and fight aliens to protect the Marlowe. There are more than 10 seasons of the show, so there's plenty of content to consume.
Is It Any Good?
This is an imaginative and entertaining podcast that kids (and adults) will enjoy. The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian is well written and performed by Jonathan Messinger, whose vivid descriptions and dialogue transport you to Finn Caspian's world. The funny robot voices and sound design add to the feeling of actually being in outer space.
What's really special about The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian is how a love of reading is embedded in the stories. The way in which the robots get their personalities downloaded from books is a clever and original idea. There are also references to other authors and children's literature, and clues to the mysteries are often related to characters from books. This podcast will capture the imaginations of kids who love a good story, especially those who enjoy adventure, mystery, or science fiction.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian references a lot of well-loved children's books and characters. Have you recognized any of your favorites? How can different forms of media overlap?
The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian podcast has led to a series of graphic novels based on the podcast. Do you prefer to listen to or read stories? What is different about each experience?
This podcast promotes teamwork, courage, and curiosity. Why are these important character strengths?
Podcast Details
- Release date : August 9, 2016
- Genre : Adventure
- Run time : 20 minutes
- Host : Jonathan Messinger
- Production Companies and Networks : Gen-Z Media , Wondery
- Pricing structure : Free
- Character Strengths : Courage , Curiosity , Teamwork
- Last updated : January 11, 2023
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