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By Emily Ashby
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Cleo & Cuquin
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What's the Story?
CLEO & CUQUIN follows the misadventures of mischievous young Cuquin (voiced by Ruben Ray) and his older sister, Cleo (Hayley Maki), who helps her baby brother solve the many troubles in which he finds himself. Whether it's helping their sibling get rid of the hiccups or finding a solution to squabbles about sharing, this brother-sister duo—along with other siblings Colitas (Nawal Lamrini), Pelusin (Hunter Maki), Tete (Austin Nash Chase), and Maripi (Savannah Beattie)—are up to the task, given some creativity, a lot of teamwork, and a hefty helping of patience. The best part? Cleo always delights in learning new things and tackling new challenges that help her figure out what she wants to be when she grows up.
Is It Any Good?
This brightly animated, good-humored show is a bit of an anomaly in that its cast includes six young siblings whose adventures involve one another. It may not seem like an important factor, but Cleo & Cuquin does give viewers a pleasant impression of sibling relationships that work well. Relatable laughs will come out of the kid-size messes that inevitably happen, and there's positive behavior modeling in how the kids band together to solve them.
As one of the two main characters, Cleo usually is the face of what's learned in each story, and she turns it into a valuable learning experience by thinking about its effect on her future. It's another understated quality of this fun series, and one viewers can appreciate: the value of imagination and role-playing in learning about yourself, your talents, and your hopes and dreams. As Cleo settles on a path for her future (at least until tomorrow!), she encourages kids to consider in a broader sense who they are, what they like, and what they hope for.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Cleo & Cuquin relate to each other. Do they always get along well? When they don't, how do they resolve their differences? What kinds of activities do you enjoy with your own siblings? How do you show your respect for your siblings' desire for time apart?
Why do you think there aren't any adults shown in this series? Would any of the situations the characters find themselves in suggest a grown-up's help might be needed? How do your parents' rules for you help keep you safe from dangers?
Kids: How do these characters compare to some of your favorites from other shows? In which instances do you see traits like curiosity and perseverance demonstrated in the shows you watch? Why do you think these are important character strengths?
TV Details
- Premiere date: January 22, 2018
- Cast: Ruben Ray , Kenna Pickard , Hayley Maki
- Network: Nick Jr.
- Genre: Kids' Animation
- Topics: Brothers and Sisters
- Character Strengths: Curiosity , Teamwork
- TV rating: TV-Y
- Last updated: February 24, 2024
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