Masha and the Bear

I dont understand how a show about a girl purposely misbehaving could have any positive spin to it. It's a terrible show.

My daughter is 2 and loves the show, however, she’s at an age where she absorbs and mimics everything. With that being said, she had begun to mimic Masha’s awful behavior. She tries to dictate what goes on in the house, and doesn’t listen. We are trying to correct said behavior with guidance trying to teach her that the behavior in the show is not okay. Older children who know what good behavior is more than a 2 years could enjoy it with no problem

This is one of the best animated shows I have seen in years. I have a 16 year old son and had to sit through so many years of crappy computer animation, annoying characters, and seemingly unending amounts of “noise” from the animation and the music and the dialogue. This show is everything I could want for myself and my child in an animated show. It’s by far the best computer animation outside a PIXAR movie. I grew up on Looney Tunes and Tom & Jerry which features slapstick comedy, animals being rude to each other, and trying to kill and eat each other on a daily basis. Take a look around at youth culture in America and see for yourself how the last few years of PC entertainment for kids has worked out. Masha is a sweet, innocent, clever, and resilient little girl who is simply naive at times about her actions. In my male mind, she is an excellent example for kids and little girls in particular. She finds her own ways of entertaining herself and is extremely creative in finding those ways. The animals around her represent those adults in the world who have kids around who want to play with them, but the adult would really rather be doing something else. But they relent and often enjoy being with her. I now have a 20 month old who follows me everywhere and I sometimes have to sneak into the garage to get work done so he doesn’t follow me out there. He is so curious and enterprising that he gets himself in trouble because of what he doesn’t know yet. This is Masha. She doesn’t know what she doesn’t know yet. She hasn’t learned the repercussions of her actions yet, but does in each episode. If the only thing your child gets from this is to be bratty, then you are simply using the TV as a babysitter and educator. You’re missing the point which is that actions and behavior have consequences and can affect other people. Here are some positive lessons you can teach your child with this show- the Bear dotes on and pines for and respects the female bear, tries to impress her and shows chivalry in trying to win her heart, but sometimes has to put his desires on hold to care for his “child”. He gets dressed up, buys flowers and goes out of his way to win her. Much different than what’s presented for girls in this day and age. Bear is an extremely talented athlete from his circus days but isn’t a bully. He lives his quiet life and is always seeking out new hobbies and interests such as chess, reading, and even cooking and sewing dresses for Masha. He maintains old friendships and is an eager and accommodating host for guests. He is a strong silent leader in the forest who shows compassion for smaller animals and uses his strength to care for those around him. He doesn’t whine when something annoys him or doesn’t go his way, he simply finds another way. If you have boys you won’t find a better cartoon role model than Bear. Masha is a precocious, intelligent girl who is never afraid to try new things. The other animals sometimes get annoyed by her but also love to play with her and even willingly participate in some of her imaginative adventures. They obviously love her and look up to her and are often subjects of her leadership. For girls, Masha shows leadership, compassion, and patience. It’s the parents’ job to point out that these qualities are often learned, and come with time. Don’t allow your child to lose that child-like wonder and actually allow them to get in trouble and do things wrong once in a while. They don’t need to be bombarded with life lessons every second of every day because they eventually tune it out and nothing sinks in. Masha is actually a wonderful role model for girls if you have the right perspective. From an entertainment perspective, this show is technically amazing. It is well written and beautifully animated. The details are there without being too visually busy. The music is just subtle enough to complement he story without being noisy. The humor is spot on and harkens back to silent movie slapstick comedy and subtle, emotional humor and expressiveness. So for anyone who isn’t a part of the current t generation of PC -raised parents, or simply want something a little different, give this show a try. I haven’t enjoyed a show this much since the glory days of Looney Tunes and my 20-month old is riveted by it. Hope he turns out just like Bear and marries a girl like Masha.

A++ for graphics, the storyline, and the characters...is it educational? I wouldn't compare it to Sesame Street or Ms. Rachel's YouTube channel...but for pure entertainment, this is my go to show. Remy and Boo captivated my nearly 2 year old, but there are fewer than 30 episodes. Family members that have watched a few episodes with my oldest daughter have all laughed at how clever it is. I've read reviews from parents, grandparents, and teachers banning or criticizing the show for Masha's unruly behavior and some have gone as far as to blame it for their child's misbehavior. My kid has been a terror since age 1...she's in everything and this at least grabs her attention. She will hand me the remote if you show her Peppa Pig, Paw Patrol or any of the pointless themed animations on the tube today. (Sorry Peppa Pig fans, it's just too slow for her. And yes, she loves Elmo and Ms. Rachel.) Parents and caretakers can make it an opportunity to identify animals, objects, colors...and actions. When Masha's experimental, pink oatmeal is brimming and filling multiple pots and household basins, you may hear, "uh-oh." There's a sense of trouble. You can even sing along to some of the adorable songs. It's a thoughtfully composed series from Russia translated in multiple languages...America, we need to step it up. LOL - bring back the creativity and quite frankly...a little bit of reality. Masha reminds me of my daughter, but I'm proud of her for that. A kid that decorates your house and makes head wreaths out of unwanted dandelions. The kid that's constantly getting dirty or splashing in puddles if you turn around. Let them be kids :) This is the female, fairytale version of Dennis the Menace...

I personally think the show is hilarious and my three-year-old daughter loves it and giggles like crazy. She hasn't learned any bad behaviors from the show and if she does do something crazy like lock me in a trunk, we will take corrective action at that point. I grew up watching shows like Beavis and Butthead and Ren and Stimpy and I turned out into a well rounded individual with a career and a house so I really don't think the shows we watch or video games we play as children a responsible for turning us into monsters. You can partially thank the media and glamorization of gross music/television idols for that one.

I am a toddler/preschool teacher and I would not recommend this show to any parent. My Grandson who is 3 is no longer allowed to watch this show. Masha is a spoiled unruly little girl. If she doesn't get her way she does bad things until she gets what she wants. My Grandsons behavior started to mimic Marshas bad behavior. If you are a parent don't allow your child to watch this show especially if you are teaching them manners, respect, etc. I wouldn't even give it one star to be honest but had no choice.

When I grew up, I read Hansel and Gretel (witch trying to eat children thrown into a fire...but have you read the true version?) And little red riding hood (young girl sent alone on a long treck to save her grandmother from starving and both eaten by a wolf who then survive because the wolf is cut open) and Snow White (ok...do I have to say how many times she's almost murdered both in the cartoon and real version?) Cinderella...slave labor. The point is...you can find good or bad in any story, why not let your kids experience new cultures?

Masha is destructive, does not listen, arrogant, yet she is also intelligent, charming and cute. For ages under 7 it would be terrible because the show and specifically Masha will take kids on a rollercoaster of emotions from anger to excitement to sadness which is already what is happening with them trying to regulate their emotions from 2 to 7 years of age. A good show, but recommended after emotional regulation of child, most probably 7 years of age. It will then be funny. I have a 4 year old, she watched masha and the bear for about 2 months and I have observed her behavior going from a calm emotionally somewhat regulated kid into an angry, selfish and unkind child whom will regret a couple of minutes after their behavior (tantrum, yelling, biting or any sort of aggression) what they have done. Plus it will get her to be unfocused and very sad when screen time is over, sometimes even acting aggressively on it, while with other shows like Paw patrol this would not happen.

Honestly, Masha is so mean. She is impatient, pushy, and self centered. The bear is very patient and it's a reoccurring theme to see Masha just kind of "rain on his parade." She's also pretty sneaky and manipulative. At a toddlers age they mimic everything they see and Masha is just not a very good example to go by.

I think it’s an adorable, funny, easy for parents and kids to watch and laugh together show. My two year old and nine year old both love it. We think it’s extremely entertaining.