We Baby Bears – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

We Baby Bears

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show2022

52%

WISE Score

5.7

IMDb

A hyperactive prequel spin-off that trades We Bare Bears' charm for sugary cartoon chaos—your kids might like it, but you'll miss the original.

5.7/10

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We Baby Bears

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TV-Y7, 2022

52%

WISE Score

5.7

IMDb

A hyperactive prequel spin-off that trades We Bare Bears' charm for sugary cartoon chaos—your kids might like it, but you'll miss the original.

5.7

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Screenwise Verdict

We Baby Bears is what happens when a studio tries to capitalize on a beloved property by making it younger and louder. The original We Bare Bears had genuine heart, clever writing, and emotional depth that worked for kids and adults. This prequel trades all that for hyperactive cartoon chaos aimed at the youngest possible audience.

It's not terrible—it's safe, colorful, and will probably entertain a 5-year-old for 11 minutes at a time. But multiple reviews from both kids and parents note it lacks the warmth and quality of its predecessor. The 5.8 IMDb rating tells the story: this is mediocre kids' TV that won't offend but won't inspire either.

If your young kid is already into We Bare Bears, they might enjoy seeing the characters as babies. But if you're choosing between the two shows, just watch the original. It's better in every way, and your older kids can actually watch it with you without everyone getting a headache from the frenetic pacing.

Age Fit

Common Sense Media rates this for ages 6+, which feels right. It's aimed squarely at the kindergarten through early elementary crowd who can handle the chaotic energy. Older kids will likely find it babyish and boring, especially if they've seen the far superior original series.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

The show features three baby bear siblings working together on adventures, modeling basic cooperation and friendship. However, web reviews consistently note it lacks the genuine warmth and emotional depth of its predecessor We Bare Bears. Reddit users describe it as 'sugary hyperactive' without 'that wholesome quality of the original.' The pacing is chaotic and overstimulating rather than balanced, with an 'extremely energetic' animation style that prioritizes eye candy over meaningful character moments.

Imaginative

The premise of baby bears traveling to different locations worldwide searching for a home offers some creative potential, and the 'intense amount of eye candy' suggests visual variety. But multiple kid reviews on Common Sense Media call it derivative, with one stating 'I prefer the We Bare Bears than this show' and noting 'annoying' voice work. The show feels like a standard Cartoon Network formula rather than something fresh or curiosity-sparking. It's imaginative enough to hold attention but doesn't invite deeper creative thinking.

Safe

Common Sense Media notes 'some slapstick cartoon violence, including weapons like spears that are used but never cause injury.' IMDb parent guide mentions 'mild verbal hostility' and 'main characters in peril by fantasy creatures' but nothing severe. No gore, sexual content, or truly scary material. The violence is typical cartoon fare where consequences are minimal. Kids mode is available on HBO Max. The main safety concern is the hyperactive pacing which could be overstimulating, but content-wise it's clean.

Enriching

This is where the show really struggles. It's described as a 'run of the mill Cartoon Network show for littlest kids' with minimal substance beyond entertainment. The adventure format could theoretically teach problem-solving or cultural awareness through different locations, but reviews suggest it's more about frenetic action than meaningful lessons. The 5.8 IMDb rating and lukewarm reception indicate it's not offering much cognitive or emotional growth. It's consumable content but not particularly nourishing.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Safe, clean content with only mild cartoon slapstick violence
Colorful, energetic animation that keeps younger kids visually engaged
Features sibling cooperation and teamwork as the three bears adventure together
Available on multiple streaming platforms including HBO Max with kids mode

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What to Watch For

Extremely hyperactive pacing that can be overstimulating—think sugar rush in animated form
Kid reviews consistently call the voices 'annoying' and prefer the original show
Very low enrichment value; it's pure entertainment without much substance
Mild peril with fantasy creatures and cartoon weapons (spears, etc.) that never actually hurt anyone

Conversation Starters

"If you were looking for a perfect home like the bears, where would you want to live?"
"Which of the three baby bears do you think you're most like—Grizz, Panda, or Ice Bear?"
"What's the difference between how the baby bears solve problems and how you solve problems with your siblings or friends?"

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