Common Sense Media Review
Simple-but-cute cartoon emphasizes social skills.
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Based on 26 parent reviews
Parents say the show elicits mixed feelings, with some praising its cuteness and positive messages for young children, while others condemn its surprising graphic content and language that seems inappropriate for its rating. Many adults who grew up with it fondly recall their nostalgic experiences, though they also note it is primarily designed for younger audiences, specifically toddlers to preschoolers, and not engaging for older kids.
- cute characters
- positive messages
- inappropriate content
- nostalgic appeal
- targeted age group
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Based on 58 kid reviews
Kids say this show is a beloved favorite among both children and adults, known for its fun animation and catchy theme song. It effectively teaches social skills and friendship, although some episodes have been criticized for poor moral lessons or repetitive themes, making it an enjoyable yet sometimes controversial choice for preschoolers.
- catchy theme song
- teaches social skills
- fun animation
- mixed reviews
- childhood favorite
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What's the Story?
Aimed at preschoolers, WOW! WOW! WUBBZY! features a cute, bouncy, and rather nondescript (but somewhat squirrel-like) yellow fellow named Wubbzy and his friends Widget and Walden (who also appear to be animals of some sort). They all live in the whimsical, pastel-colored world of Wuzzleburg and share all sorts of adventures, from racing a super-souped-up vehicle in a derby to looking after Wubbzy's strange new pet. Wubbzy (voiced by Grey DeLisle) is a carefree little guy who just wants to have fun; naturally, his escapades sometimes get him into trouble. Luckily, Widget (Lara Jill Miller) is a mechanical whiz who's always willing to help Wubbzy out of a jam, and bookish Walden (Carlos Alazraqui) is never without some pearls of wisdom when Wubbzy needs guidance. The three friends face the same kinds of interpersonal and developmental issues that preschoolers face -- such as fitting in and getting along with others -- and they have to figure out how to resolve those issues.
Is It Any Good?
Although the series' animation is unremarkable -- the colors and depth pale in comparison to many other popular preschooler cartoons, such as Noggin's The Backyardigans -- the storylines are simple, engaging, and funny, and the characters are cute and energetic. Unfortunately, it's likely that some young viewers will be bored by the flat visuals, but hopefully they'll watch long enough to absorb the show's positive messages.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the problem or dilemma Wubbzy faces in each episode. What's bothering Wubbzy in this episode? If Wubbzy's in trouble, how did he end up in this predicament? Did he do something irresponsible -- if so, what was it? How does he resolve his problem? What do Widget and Walden do to help? What did you learn from the episode?
TV Details
- Premiere date : August 28, 2006
- Cast : Carlos Alazraqui , Grey DeLisle , Lara Jill Miller
- Network : Nickelodeon
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Friendship
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- Last updated : December 11, 2025
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