Hidden Gems

Everyone's heard of Toy Story and Bob the Builder. But if you're looking for something off the beaten path -- or need a good alternative to something age-inappropriate that your kids are asking for -- our Hidden Gems list is for you. Our editors watch, play, download, read, and listen to nearly every piece of entertainment that comes out. And while the popular stuff naturally gets attention, there's a special place in our hearts for what we call the "hidden gems" -- the movies, TV shows, games, apps, websites, books, and music that you may not have heard of but are truly special.

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ON: Content is age-appropriate for kids this age.
PAUSE: Know your child; some content may not be right for some kids.
OFF: Not age-appropriate for kids this age.
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BEST: Really engaging, great learning approach.
GOOD: Pretty engaging, good learning approach.
FAIR: Somewhat engaging, OK learning approach.
NOT FOR LEARNING: Not recommended for learning.
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