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Fetch!

(Rated TV-Y, Reality TV, Starring Jim Conroy, Where to watch: PBS Kids, Online)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 0, age appropriate for kids over 5; suggested age 5.
  • Is it any good?

    4.0
  • Common Sense says

    Reality/game show for kids is fun and educational.

Why We Rated This on for Ages 5 and Up

The good stuff

  • Messages:

    The six contestants are a culturally diverse group. The challenges emphasize teamwork and problem-solving.
 

What to watch out for

  • Violence & scariness:

    Not an issue.
  • Sexy stuff:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Not an issue.
  • Consumerism:

    Not an issue.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About Fetch!

Parents need to know that although this series has elements of a reality show and is billed as "part reality TV," it definitely shouldn't be viewed in the same negative light as many of the reality shows currently airing. In this series, smart kids compete against each another in challenges that involve answering questions or solving problems having to do with science -- so it's educational as well as entertaining.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about each episode's assignment or challenge. Which of the contestants were sent on the assignment? What were some of the places they had to go? What were some of the obstacles they encountered? Which area of science was explored? How do you think the contestants did? Was there anything you would have done differently? Did you learn some things you didn't know before -- and, if so, what? Do you think you'd enjoy participating in a game like this? Why or why not?

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Most Recent Reviews

  1. Kid Reviewer Age 12
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 2.0

    a good show.....

    a good show....when ur 5 but not 12.

  2. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages

    my favorite show on pbs kids !!

    i love it i watch it every day !! monday to friday !!

  3. I rate this title on for age 2 and give it 4.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages

    :]

    Its okay but I just hate the re-runs for it v_v Its a great show for kids :]

  4. Teen Reviewer Age 13
    Lives in Ohio
    I rate this title on for age 4 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    AWSOME FOR ALMOST EVERyone!!!!!

    I LOVE THIS SHOW EVEN THOUGH I AM 13! It is very awsome!

  5. Parent Reviewer
    I rate this title on for age 5 and give it 5.0
    • My highlights are:
    • Educational
    • Positive messages
    • Good role models

    Great for the whole family!

    Funny, fast-paced. Feels like a 'grown up' or big kid show, but completely fine for my 6 year old to watch when my 3 year old is around (and I'm pretty picky). Very educational and lots of fun -- I enjoy watching with her! The three year old is npot interested, but there's nothing in it she can't see.

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