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By Sarah Wenk , based on child development research. How do we rate?
Puppets, music, and trippy colors kids will love!
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What's the Story?
THE DOODLEBOPS are a rock band, a puppet show, a comedy group, and a dance troupe all in one. The characters -- Deedee, Rooney, and Moe Doodle -- are funny and goofy, and everything they do is set against a zany bright backdrop. They have a talking cat and their own special tour bus, and they sing and dance like crazy. All of these elements are embedded to promote understanding and appreciation of music and to jumpstart kids' creative development.
Is It Any Good?
Somewhere between Pee Wee's Playhouse and Magical Mystery Tour, this is a charming, silly, and funny show that young children are sure to enjoy. Kids will want to sing and dance along, and parents can help them make their own instruments and funny costumes. The performers' sincerity makes what could easily be extremely annoying into a charming and entertaining show.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what lessons kids take from the series. Do they prefer the music, the colors, or the goofiness of the characters? Are kids inspired by the show's energy?
TV Details
- Premiere date: April 11, 2005
- Cast: Chad McNamara , Jonathan Wexler , Lisa Lennox
- Network: Disney Channel
- Genre: Kids Musical TV
- Topics: Arts and Dance , Music and Sing-Along , Puppets
- TV rating: TV-Y
- Last updated: June 19, 2023
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