Parents' Guide to Bread Barbershop

Bread Barbershop TV show poster: Master Bread stands in the bottom center holding scissors, with Wilk ready to fight and Choco deadpan

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Fernanda Camargo By Fernanda Camargo , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 7+

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Parent and Kid Reviews

age 10+

Based on 6 parent reviews

age 7+

Based on 1 kid review

What's the Story?

In a world where cupcakes and other pastries roam the streets, BREAD BARBERSHOP is where they go to get their "hair" done and refresh. Master Bread (voiced in English by Marc Thompson) is the cake decorator in charge. He has a cold exterior but a gentle heart. Alongside him is the always helpful and loyal Wilk (Laurie Hymes) and the deadpan Choco (Elinor Vanderburg). Together, they save the day, one makeover at a time.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 6 ):
Kids say ( 1 ):

The concept of this show is interesting, but the execution is confusing. The opening theme to Bread Barbershop emphasizes that what's inside is what matters, but many of the storylines show characters being judged on looks. While the show rewards good behavior and punishes bad choices, the negative takes up too much screen time for it to be enjoyed by its intended audience.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about how the characters feel after their makeovers in Bread Barbershop. How do our looks affect how we feel about ourselves?

  • Some characters are bullied because they don't meet certain beauty standards. Do you think this is fair? What makes someone beautiful?

  • Have you ever been bullied or have a friend go through this? What are some things we can do to combat it?

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Bread Barbershop TV show poster: Master Bread stands in the bottom center holding scissors, with Wilk ready to fight and Choco deadpan

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