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(More customer reviews)I try not to let my kids (2 & 4) watch much TV, but when we do, it's Sesame Street, Mr. Rogers, or Oswald. This is a wonderful little show, very, very well done. It's a sweet, slow pace, not frantic like some other cartoons, and the moral themes of the show (it's more fun if we all share, help your friends and they will help you, sometimes things get broken but you can say your sorry) never feel forced. The voice talent is excellent, and I love that there is a recognizable diversity in the voices. Johnny Snowman sounds like an African American man, without this being pointed out or made a token of in any way. It's just the way it is in Oswald's world, as is every inhabitant being a different species. The characters reflect the moods we all have on different days, and kids especially struggle with (sweetly but overly-exuberant Daisy, borderline obsessive-compulsive Henry, shy Pongo). The music is especially wonderful, again in contrast to many animated series. It is real, orchestral instruments, playing simple yet musical melodies, and Oswald sings along about whatever he is dealing with in that episode, showing how kids can incorporate music into their own daily lives. There is just enough humor for older kids and parents to keep it lively, but never interfereing with the sincerity of the show. (The "white elephant" joke cracks me up every time.) Also, there is no merchandising onslaught, which is so rare.
Beautiful, beautiful show. We'd love to see all episodes released on DVD. We love these, but our favorites, like the Pet Show and Going Fishing, are not on these.
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