Parents' Guide to Know Your Rights University

TV YouTube Educational 2026
Animated character smiling, wearing a pink cap, with "Know Your Rights University" text.

Common Sense Media Review

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

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age 5+

Short series explores civics in welcoming, inclusive way.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 5+?

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  • Know Your Rights University TV: Lisa, Mr. C and Aaron in the classroom, wave at the camera with hands raised.
  • Know Your Rights University TV: Mr. C wears a big black hat while in front of a chalkboard while educating Lisa and Aaron about Hat Day.
  • Know Your Rights University TV: Aaron, Lisa and Mr. C pretend to protest at school courtyard holding signs that says "Law"

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What's the Story?

While researching topics for their school newspaper club, Aaron and Lisa learn the basics of rights and civics from their endearing teacher, Mr. Charles (Mr. C), in KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNIVERSITY. With friendly lessons and study hall reviews, knowledge abounds in this short YouTube series.

Is It Any Good?

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Simple yet beautiful stop-motion animation and engaging story setups make civics lessons feel easy. Know Your Rights University offers a basic curriculum for younger kids who might still be years away from college but could definitely benefit from understanding the protections and rights they have. Plus, bonus episodes include catchy songs to help memorize the curriculum in a fun way.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the concept of Know Your Rights University. Do we need to go to university to learn about our rights in real life? What resources can we use to learn more?

  • Do the storytelling and the animation contribute to your interest in the series?

  • Can you remember two rights introduced in the U.S. Constitution?

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Animated character smiling, wearing a pink cap, with "Know Your Rights University" text.

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