a show we've watched
for the sibling hour.Curious George
originally on PBS Kids
Animated
what it is.
The show.
Based on H.A. Rey and Margret Rey's classic books, this PBS animated series follows George, an inquisitive monkey, and his friend the Man with the Yellow Hat as they explore math, science, and engineering concepts through everyday adventures. Aimed at ages 3–6.
our take
“Curious George has genuinely strong educational content — George's experiments and problem-solving model scientific thinking effectively. However, the pacing is notably quicker than our top-rated shows, with frequent scene transitions that work against sustained attention. Language and developmental appropriateness remain solid, keeping it in the C range as an acceptable but not ideal choice.”
— 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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