I love this show. I am 17 now and am still watching it. XD However, because I am older, I do notice some things that really only older kids would get. Maybe it's just me, but my 14 year old sister notices too. It is a hysterical show. I have not missed an episode. Which reminds me, Truth or Square is on at 7! XD
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SpongeBob SquarePants
(Rated TV-Y7, Children, cartoons, & animation, Starring Tom Kenny, Bill Fagerbakke, Rodger Bumpass, Where to watch: Nickelodeon, Nicktoons, DVD, Online)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 4, age appropriate for kids over 8; suggested age 6. -
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Common Sense says
Edgy underwater comedy may be iffy for young kids.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 6–8
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What Parents Need to Know
About SpongeBob SquarePants
Parents need to know that this cartoon includes violent, dark satirical humor that will confuse kids who can't separate fantasy and reality. Characters' relationships are marred with name-calling and mockery, but no one ever seems affected by the exchanges. Anger and frustration often lead to physical (which, in the real world, would be harmful) resolutions that leave no lasting effects. Messages about friendship, perseverance, and self-respect are mixed into the plot, but the overall silliness of the show and the main characters' annoying behavior often make them hard to find. All in all, this is a real "know your kid" situation.
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Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about being a good friend. Which characters are good friends? How do they show they care about each other? What do you do to show your friends you like them? Parents can also pull out a biology book and discuss marine life with their kids. What type of creature is each character? How do their depictions differ from their real-life versions? If your kids tend to believe everything they see, watch this show carefully with them and ask them about what they see and what they understand.
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- I rate this title iffy for age 6 and give it
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I love this show. I am 17 now and am still watching it. XD However, because I am older, I do notice some things that really only older kids would get. Maybe it's just me, but my 14 year old sister notices too. It is a hysterical show. I have not missed an episode. Which reminds me, Truth or Square is on at 7! XD
- I rate this title on for age 4 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
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- Good role models
Perfect for ages 4 and up, but iffy for younger kids.
Spongebob is a great role model- "the picture of purity." He is always happy in any situation and makes the best out of everything. In one episode, he says about Plankton, the villain in the show, "If he had any friends, I bet he wouldn't be such a meanie." Then he proceeds to try and make friends with Plankton. Lots of positive messages, but some occasional name-calling that isn't too harsh, but probably not something parents will want their kids to repeat.
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive consumerism
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- Educational
Off 2- Iffy 3-6- On 7+
This is ok - but I'm 10. I used to hate SpongeBob a couple years ago, but I love the krabby patties he makes! Yum!
- I rate this title on for age 7 and give itMy concerns are:
- Excessive violence
i loved it when i was young
i used to love this show when i was 5-9 or 10 years old because it made me laugh out loud. but know i just think it's just ok i'm growing out of it rather quickly but i did love it for about 5 years.
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| 53% | of parents say it's too violent |
| 53% | of parents don't feel there are good role models |
| 40% | of parents say it has language their kids can't use |
| 40% | of parents don't think the messages are positive |
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