Parents' Guide to Baby Shark's Big Show

TV Nick Jr. Kids' Animation 2020
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Common Sense Media Review

Emily Ashby By Emily Ashby , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 4+

Show's lackluster content overshadows character's fame.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 4+?

Any Positive Content?

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age 6+

Based on 17 parent reviews

Parents say the show elicits mixed reactions: some find it educational and engaging for their young children, praising its catchy songs and valuable social-emotional lessons, while others vehemently criticize it for inappropriate content, poor messaging, and annoying characters. The divided opinions suggest that while some kids enjoy it, many parents express disappointment and caution against its viewing for toddlers.educational valueinappropriate contentannoying charactersmixed reactionsparental disappointment
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age 6+

Based on 15 kid reviews

Kids say this show struggles with identity and fast-paced humor that fails to engage younger audiences, with many finding the content annoying and largely uneducational. While some appreciate the animation and character designs, most reviews express strong dislike for the overall concept and execution, highlighting concerns about the show's appropriateness and quality.identity crisisannoying contentlack of educational valuemixed animation qualitystrong negative reactions
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What's the Story?

BABY SHARK'S BIG SHOW centers on the titular character, a yellow ocean dweller who lives in Carnivore Cove with Mommy Shark (voiced by Natasha Rothwell), Daddy Shark (Eric Edelstein), Grandpa Shark (Patrick Warburton), and Grandma Shark (Debra Wilson). Baby Shark (Kimiko Glenn) spends his days finding adventure in and around his hometown with his best friend, William the Fish (Luke Youngblood).

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 17 ):
Kids say ( 15 ):

Pinkfong's franchise name carries this show only so far and the lackluster writing and plot can't quite compensate for the rest. Baby Shark fans will want to watch for sure, and if they're young enough not to realize that the stories are mostly drivel, then they'll stay for the duration. The original music -- often spins on the "Baby Shark" song -- can be fun for the show's target audience. Adults, on the other hand, will better recognize the show for what it is: a new platform for the jovial but arguably polarizing character and his earworm of a theme song.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about what makes the character Baby Shark so popular with fans. Do you know and like the song that first made him famous? Does getting to know his character in this show make you like him more?

  • How do Baby Shark and William prove helpful to others in these stories? What do they learn about cooperation and kindness in doing so?

  • Kids: Does this series teach you anything about ocean life and creatures? Are any aspects of Baby Shark's life like that of real sharks?

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