Parents' Guide to Edmond and Lucy

Edmond and Lucy: A bear, mice and some other woodland creatures look forward welcomingly while standing in the forest above the words "Edmond and Lucy"

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Stephanie Morgan By Stephanie Morgan , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 4+

Sweet forest creatures learn about science and friendship.

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age 2+

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What's the Story?

In EDMOND AND LUCY, Edmond is a squirrel and Lucy is a bear cub. The two young animals are being raised together by their father, who is also a bear. As they spend their days exploring the forest where they live with their friends, they learn a lot of new science facts as well as ways to be a better friend.

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A serene setting and well integrated educational components make this sweet kids' show a winner. Edmond and Lucy, a French production that's based on a popular book series of the same name, has found a way to be both educational and entertaining -- no small feat. The short episodes average about 10 minutes each and parents will love that their preschoolers will be captivated while learning about biology.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the new things they've learned about nature by watching Edmond and Lucy. What did you learn that you didn't know before? Where is a good place that you could go and explore nature?

  • How do the kids learn to be more empathetic on the show? Why is empathy an important part of being a good friend?

  • Point out some ways that the characters on the show use teamwork to solve their problems. Why is teamwork also important in real life?

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Edmond and Lucy: A bear, mice and some other woodland creatures look forward welcomingly while standing in the forest above the words "Edmond and Lucy"

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