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myLot reputation of 82/100. spalladino (11857)   ranked 14 out of 2,147 in children 3 years ago

I just had the laugh of my life while watching Wonder Pets! lol

I'm babysitting two of my grandchildren this afternoon and Wonder Pets is one of my 3 year old grandson's favorites so, naturally, I turned it on. I've seen this show once or twice and it's cute...very musical. In today's episode the Wonder Pets had to save the day for a trio of rats who were going to perform in Las Vegas.

Ok, here's where I'm dating myself because I recognized those rats! There were two white ones and one brown one. During their songs they identified themselves as Blue Eyes, Dino and Sammy. They were Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis, Jr...better known back in the day as The Rat Pack. That was their name on this show, too. Now, I was a little kid when they were hot but I remember them well and haven't thought about them in years. I don't know how old the writers of this show are but at least one of them has got to be in his 60's! It was just too funny! thumbup

Back when my kis were little I noticed that quite a few of the skits and jokes on Sesame Street referenced events or people that parents watching would recognize. Personally, I think it's a great idea...it certainly caused me to pay attention to the Wonder Pets today. At least, that first episode. Do you find these adult references ientertaining, too?

 

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1. myLot reputation of 97/100. dragon54u (15689)   ranked 324 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

When my children were young, I did get a kick out of references to things I would remember. It's a great idea because it makes it more parent-friendly--parents might watch the show WITH their children instead of using the tv as a babysitter while they do other things.

I always enjoyed the few tv shows I let my kids watch. I'm glad you and your grandchildren are enjoying it together!


myLot reputation of 82/100. spalladino (11857)   ranked 14 out of 2,147 in children  3 years ago

I always enjoy having them around but, man, do they wear me out! The youngest is almost one and she just learned how to walk so she can get into even more stuff now. We spent a lot of time playing with toys on the deck today since it was a nice day and I didn't want to send them back to mommy stinky. lol

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2. myLot reputation of 96/100. crazyoverpurple (3014)   3 years ago

Wonder Pets, Wonder Pets we're on our way. To help a friend and save the day. We're not too big and we're not to tough but when we work together we've got the right stuff. Go Wonder Pets!lol Oh my. I don't have a kid yet. But when my nephew was about 8 months old, he developed a fondness for the Wonder Pets and every morning we'd watch it. I like that show. It can actually make me laugh. Linny, Tuck and Ming-ming are so entertaining.


myLot reputation of 82/100. spalladino (11857)   ranked 14 out of 2,147 in children  3 years ago

It IS a very cute show for being based on such a dumb concept. lol

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3. myLot reputation of 91/100. autismmom2 (141)   ranked 653 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

Of course I cannot think of any specifics right now, but many cartoons have "adult" references in them. Many things I wonder if the children pick it up enough to repeat it, but it all goes way over their heads. I'm thinking Disney movies are the best for inappropriate content.


myLot reputation of 82/100. spalladino (11857)   ranked 14 out of 2,147 in children  3 years ago

Oh yeah, I can't think of any off the top of my head either but there have been many times over the years when something in a Disney movie would make me raise an eyebrow.

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4. myLot reputation of 93/100. kawalnarang (829)   ranked 761 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

Yes of course,,

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5. myLot reputation of 81/100. ZephyrSun (3727)   ranked 908 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

OMG out of all the stupid cartoon out there, I love the Wonder Pets! I really never pay attention and we weren't home today, we were off buying ducks (I'll have to post with a picture later lol) and so I didn't see the one today. My 5 year old and I usually watch it together though.


myLot reputation of 82/100. spalladino (11857)   ranked 14 out of 2,147 in children  3 years ago

I love ducks! We have a pair of coots who live in our canal and they have babies every year...and sometimes a gater gets them. If it wasn't for those nasty things I'd keep ducks, too.


myLot reputation of 81/100. ZephyrSun (3727)   ranked 908 out of 2,147 in children  3 years ago

Ugh gators seem to eat everything! Why do people live in Florida? lol

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6. myLot reputation of 98/100. roniroxas (5916)   ranked 165 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

i have my nephew now with me and although he is just 6 months i also let him watch tv once in a while. i recognize wonder pets theme song already so when he heres it he will automatically look at the tv screen. one time they will be saving four beatles and of course we all know who that four beatles are lol. it is a good show and i like the duckling, ming ming

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7. myLot reputation of 86/100. mechanicNOT62 (1590)   3 years ago

I have to confess that seldom have I had the patience to watch any of those kids shows, and I probably wouldn't have the sense to make the connection if I did, but it was neat to think about the rat pack. I sure did enjoy them when they were around, so it was nice to read this post and thank on that.

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8. deepakrishnan (37)   ranked 1,273 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

I am the mother of two kids aged 11 and 7. I love to watch Tom and Jerry, Mr.Bean, Baby Looney Tunes, The road runner, Takeshi Castle. I love selected cartoons and I like to enjoy seeing with my kids.

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9. myLot reputation of 100/100. paula27661 (11930)   ranked 254 out of 2,147 in children   3 years ago

I have not ever seen Wonder Pets although my daughter has a DS game about them. I noticed the same sort of adult references while watching the movie Shark's Tale and I particularly love the way movies like Shrek for example make adult jokes in such a way that goes over the children's heads but are hilarious to adults, they are written by very clever people. happy

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10. katebell (81)   3 years ago

i no what you mean i think most kids programes are great i dont like some of them tho, all some are weird animals jumping up and down for 10 mins making strange noises and i dont think thats good for young minds there not going to learn any skills from it, i think the art and craft shows are good tho they show kids how to make things and be creative. i dont have any kids but i do babysit for one of my friends who is a single mum of 21 and i am always telling her off for letting her 1 year old son watch these strange tv shows that are not good for him lol, i know i should tell her of but when there is a child ivolved you just have to put things aside and say what you think id best for them.

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