Parents' Guide to Wowsabout!

TV PBS Kids Educational 2026
Wowsabout! TV: Ronald and Roxy stare at a group of butterflies flying from the upper left, in front of giant sequoia trees.

Common Sense Media Review

Fernanda Camargo By Fernanda Camargo , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 3+

Wonderful nature special inspires curiosity and exploration.

Parents Need to Know

Why Age 3+?

Any Positive Content?

  • Wowsabout! TV: Roxy and Ronald talk among tall trees in the beautiful outdoors.
  • Wowsabout! TV: Ronald and Roxy watch in awe as butterflies fly in from every direction.
  • Wowsabout! TV: Ronald sits at a tree log with his notebook in his lap and camping gear in the back.
  • Wowsabout! TV: Roxy looks at something off screen as she arrives at the National Park with her purple guitar in hand.

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What's the Story?

In WOWSABOUT!, Ronald (voiced by John Tartaglia) is a city pig from Washington, and Roxy (Dorien Davies) is a country hedgehog. He wants to become a junior ranger and learn about nature with very strict guidelines. She sees the natural beauty in the world, and is ready to just go with the flow. But together, they find the best way to travel is as a team, taking the time to really notice their surroundings. They discover that there's awe and wonder everywhere.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
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This special has charming characters, catchy tunes, and wondrous colors that should appeal to young kids, especially those interested in nature. Wowsabout! puts puppets front and center, shifting the viewer's perspective and allowing a unique look at the great outdoors. It's a delightful treat for the whole family; the type that leaves you wanting more.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the wonders in Wowsabout! What do you enjoy the most about the outdoors?

  • Ronald and Roxy experience the feeling of "awe." Do you remember what that means?

  • The special visits Sequoia National Park in California. Have you ever been to a national park? What are you curious to see or do there?

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Wowsabout! TV: Ronald and Roxy stare at a group of butterflies flying from the upper left, in front of giant sequoia trees.

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