Ameba TV
By Polly Conway,
Common Sense Media Reviewer
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What’s It About?
AMEBA TV is a website featuring educational and entertaining TV programming for kids age 2-12. Set-up is similar to other video sites like Netflix and Hulu, except Ameba TV allows parents to choose the shows available to make sure their kids are watching age-appropriate, enriching programs. Parents can even set up multiple profiles for different age kids. Ameba has a wide variety of ad-free videos for kids to enjoy, including music, nature, historical, and just plain fun TV. Subscriptions cost $3.99 per month and include a free, one-week trial.
Is It Any Good?
Ameba TV offers a well-curated compilation of unique programming for kids that includes over 100 shows to choose from. From the laid-back, hip song stylings of Gustafer Yellowgold to classics like Gumby and Casper the Friendly Ghost, there's something for every kid to appreciate.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about the benefits of watching quality television shows; what makes a TV show good?
Families can also talk about how to choose which shows to watch based on kids' interests; kids can safely make their own choices within the Ameba TV offerings.
Just because programming is kid appropriate, doesn't mean there should be no limits to how long kids stay glued to the tube. Check out our article "How to Set Screen Rules that Stick" for tips on setting screen-time limits.
Website Details
- Subjects: Science : animals, ecosystems and the environment, Social Studies : cultural understanding, geography, history, Arts : dance, music, singing, Hobbies : cooking, pets, sports, Math : counting, money, numbers
- Skills: Responsibility & Ethics : embracing differences, making wise decisions, respect for others, Creativity : imagination, Communication : listening
- Genre: Video Sites
- Pricing structure: Free
- Last updated: April 6, 2020
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