Miffy and Friends

YMA recommendation

Approved as non-violent media

Most suitable age range:

2-4

Availability

At time of review, screening on ABC free to air and ABC2.

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About the program

Year of production	2003
Classification advice
Rating	G
Consumer advice lines	None
Duration	5 minutes

Other information
Country of origin	USA
Production Company	Noggin

Synopsis

Based on the books by Dick Bruna, Miffy depicts the simple adventures she shares with her friends Melanie, Boris Bear and Poppy Pig. The episodes generally deal with facing common fears, working together and getting along with others.

Points to consider

Words of caution

None

Positive aspects

Miffy is a gentle show that calmly exemplifies patience, friendliness and kindness.
Child participation is encouraged through the use of a narrator’s questions and children’s voices can be heard calling out the answers.
The program also encourages analytical thinking,