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Parents Television
Council Reviews
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EnviroPals!
By Christopher Gildemeister
Network:
syndicated
Air Time:
check local listings
Recommended age: 3+
Overall PTC Traffic Light Rating: Green
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EnviroPals!
is an educational television program which uses song, dance, puppets, and
colorful characters to teach children about a wide range of science-, animal-,
and green-friendly subjects. Each episode features several segments: an opening
in which the topic of that episode is introduced; the “Enviro-Tip,” which gives
detailed information about the topic; the “Critter Connection,” in which a
zookeeper or animal expert discusses a particular animal; “Enviro Do and Show,”
a craft project which kids can assemble themselves; and “Tree Mail,” an
interview with a guide from a national, state, or local park or nature
attraction. Each episode also includes several original songs (which cleverly
restate the information imparted in the rest of the episode), with music
encouraging children to dance. The entire program is hosted by RaeRae, a
talking, costumed red panda.
EnviroPals!
imparts an impressive amount of detailed information in a creative fashion
easily understandable and enjoyable to young children. Subjects have included
the U.S. national park system, how windmills work, natural springs, the various
states of matter in physics, alternative energy, gardening, insects, oceans, and
recycling. From its emphasis on song and dance, to its “do-it-yourself”
projects, and its advocacy of children “getting involved,” EnviroPals! also
provides ample encouragement for kids to engage in educational and creative
activities themselves.
Because of its educational value, the Parents Television Council is
proud to award EnviroPals! with the PTC Seal of ApprovalTM.
The PTC recommends this program for viewers over age three.
To learn more about EnviroPals,
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