Parents' Guide to

Musti

By Emily Ashby, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 3+

Darling preschool series celebrates imagination, discovery.

TV Online Kids' Animation 2015
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A Lot or a Little?

What you will—and won't—find in this TV show.

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Based on 1 parent review

GretchenPF
GretchenPF Adult
September 23, 2018
age 2+

Racism and sexism

My 4 year old daughter discovered musti recently and really enjoyed it. Most episodes are innocuous. However, I was troubled by how many times the lesson was “boys and girls can both do x” but most of the episode was a character repeatedly asserting that “fairy tales are for girls” and “cars are for boys.” Then, in an episode about the circus, the animal friends put on their own circus. The first act was two of the characters dressed up as Native Americans! I was horrified by this cultural appropriation and we will not be watching this show again.
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What's the Story?

MUSTI is a preschool series that centers on a young kitten named Musti who loves exploring his world and learning about how things work in it. He lives with his parents in a quaint cottage surrounded by woods and friends such as Miss Tortoise and Mr. Rabbit and spends his days having fun, experiencing new things, and solving the small problems that arise for him and his neighbors. From celebrating a special friend's birthday to helping a small duck find the courage to take a dip in the pond, Musti always finds ways to show he cares about those around him.

Is It Any Good?

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Simple in every way but dynamic throughout, this Dutch series is everything that's good about preschool programming. It's visually delightful with bold colors and CGI animation that youngsters will love, and its narrated style gives it a read-aloud quality with similar effect. Not only is it pleasant to watch, its stories clock in at five minutes in length, so it's easy to enjoy this one with your youngsters and still keep the screen time to a minimum.

As for what it teaches those who watch, you can't go wrong with the characters' experiences with everything from planting a garden to dealing with a fear of thunderstorms; affirmations about friendship, integrity, and learning something new at every opportunity abound. With plots that are right on par with what preschoolers understand, Musti is an excellent pick for this age group.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about feelings and how they're portrayed in Musti. Kids: Do you feel comfortable sharing your feelings with those closest to you? Can you easily ask for help when you need it? Why is it important to have people around who care about you?

  • Use this series to emphasize prereading skills with your preschooler. What color is Musti? How many characters are on the screen at any given time? What shapes make up the objects you see in the background?

  • Does this show's narration add to or detract from the story? Would you like it better if the characters themselves talked? Kids: Which books are your favorites for read-aloud time?

  • How do the characters in Musti demonstrate curiosity and integrity? Why are these important character strengths?

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