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By Emily Ashby
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Zoologist brothers get animated in fun, kid-friendly series.
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Wild Kratts
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Based on 69 parent reviews
Parents say this show is an exceptional blend of entertainment and education, loved by children and even parents who appreciate its engaging portrayal of animal behavior and habitats. While many rave about its educational value and family-friendly content, a few express concerns about minor instances of peril and representation issues within character design.
- educational content
- engaging narrative
- family-friendly
- representation concerns
- suitable for all ages
Summarized with AI
Summarized with AI
Based on 71 kid reviews
Kids say this show is a fantastic educational experience that engages them with fun facts about animals while keeping the entertainment factor high. Many users fondly remember it from their childhood, citing its catchy theme song, positive messages, and well-developed characters, although a few express concerns about some instances of slapstick violence and the portrayal of villains, which might require parental guidance for younger viewers.
- educational content
- positive messaging
- nostalgic experience
- engaging characters
- suitable for children
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What's the Story?
WILD KRATTS chronicles the adventures of animal enthusiasts Chris (voiced by Chris Kratt) and Martin (Martin Kratt), who travel the world in a sea-turtle-shaped aircraft with their friends Aviva (Athena Karkanis), Koki (Heather Bambrick), and Jimmy Z (Jonathan Malen) to find and study a variety of elusive species such as the Draco lizard and the platypus. In each episode, the guys uncover a threat to the animals' survival and must use what they've learned about scientific concepts and the creatures' unique adaptations to help them save the day.
Is It Any Good?
This show is the first animated venture for real-life brothers/zoologists Chris and Martin, who have entertained and educated kids in previous series such as Zoboomafoo. Their humor and rapport translate well to their animated counterparts, making Wild Kratts an adventure-filled series that's a fun choice for kids.
Parents will find plenty to like as well, as the Kratts capitalize on the opportunity to expose their captive audience to the wonders of wildlife, teaching viewers about diverse species and exposing them to scientific concepts such as adaptation, hibernation, and extinction. Each episode also includes footage of the real-life Kratts interacting with the real-life animal subject in its natural habitat, so kids can better picture how what they've learned translates to the real natural world.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about wildlife. What did you learn about the animals featured in Wild Kratts? What's unique about their behavior, habitat, or means of navigation? How do these traits help them survive? What animal would you like to see in person?
How do humans threaten the existence of wildlife? What animals are in particular danger? What are the effects of a species' extinction on other animals in the vicinity? How does it affect the food chain and their survival?
What does "conservation" mean? Whose responsibility is it to protect animals' natural habitats? What small steps can we take to make a difference?
How does Wild Kratts promote curiosity? Why is that an important character strength?
TV Details
- Premiere date : January 3, 2011
- Cast : Athena Karkanis , Chris Kratt , Martin Kratt
- Network : PBS Kids
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Book Characters , STEM , Animals ( Wild Animals )
- Character Strengths : Curiosity
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- Last updated : February 9, 2026
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