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By Melissa Camacho
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Engaging, fun space and science show is NASA-approved.
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Space Racers
What's the Story?
The animated series SPACE RACERS features a gang of rocket cadets blasting off to learn about the universe. Robyn, Hawk, and Space Race leader Eagle are great friends who love adventure, and take every opportunity to go on missions and explore the solar system. Starling, the littlest rocket, tries to keep up with the big wings. From investigating different planets, to finding their way home after flying into a solar storm, they enjoy every moment discovering what lies beyond Stardust Bay Academy.
Is It Any Good?
Thanks to some fun storylines and colorful graphics, the engaging series teaches about space and related themes with stories that easily appeal to most preschoolers. There are also lots of teachable moments that focus on values like team work, cooperation, and being safe.
With the help of NASA, Space Racers is also scientifically accurate. Astronauts even make appearances to help explain things, too. But it avoids being too cerebral by offering these explanations throughout each fantastic adventure; kids will definitely learn while enjoying every mission.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about teaching children about the sciences. Why is science important? What are the the benefits of making science (and all education) entertaining?
If you could go to space, what kinds of things would you want to explore? A planet? The sun? A star?
TV Details
- Premiere date : February 15, 2014
- Cast : Yuri Lowenthal , Alicyn Packard , Meyer DeLeeuw
- Network : PBS Kids. Online
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 28, 2020
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