a show we've watched
for the sibling hour.Caillou
originally on PBS Kids
Animated
what it is.
The show.
A Canadian animated series following Caillou, a four-year-old boy, as he navigates everyday childhood experiences like going to school, visiting the doctor, and playing with friends. Aimed at ages 2–5, the show uses simple animation and narration by Caillou's grandmother.
our take
“Caillou's slow pace and focus on relatable childhood moments earn it reasonable attention and developmental appropriateness scores. However, the show is well known among parents for Caillou's frequent whining and tantrums, which are not always effectively resolved on screen. This brings down the behavior modeling score significantly and keeps it at the bottom of the C tier.”
— Jerrica
the rubric.
How this show scored.
Five categories, weighted by developmental impact. The methodology link opens at the pillar that lagged most relative to its cap.
where to find it.
Streaming on.
Every service currently carrying the show. Streaming data powered by JustWatch.
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PBS Kidstip the balance.
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