Clifford the Big Red Dog

I noticed this one doesn't have the bullies and snobs like Jetta, Mac and Cleo. I never knew kids that liked those characters. It's also good that Emily Elizabeth and Clifford can talk to each other and understand each other.

This is not for the child now adult that grew up with the old Clifford! Was the old one teaching kids how to be mean? maybe yes, maybe not, but at the toddler age there is not need for that negativity, the drama. To me, as an outsider, I did not grew up with Clifford, this new series is better, is positive, the songs are awesome for a toddler to sing along, it has a simple story easy to follow.

My toddler girl chooses this one over the old one, even my 8 year old, when he is stuck watching it with his sister, prefers this one.

For the kids this is the winner.

This show is my favorite thing ever. Nothing else holds my child's interest - no TV show, no activity, no outing. But if I say "Time for dog!," then she comes running and I can accomplish something while she's entertained by a classic cartoon that sings and teaches wholesome lessons. I could not ask for more (except maybe a lot more seasons!).

Clifford and all the other characters on Birdwell Island are so sweet, and through their adventures do a lot of social-emotional learning. The animation style is cute and simple without looking low-budget or low-quality. The voice acting is good-- the adults sound kind, the kids sound like kids, and they're all distinct. Clifford's voice is earnest and full of gentle inflection, and his doggie pals' voices are cute without being annoying. I also like the diversity of the characters, and the variety of interests Emily Elizabeth and her friends explore through reading books from the Library boat (an actual boat!)

Something extra special about this show is the music. There's a different song for every episode, and they're all total jams. The characters sing in the style of a musical-- the songs speak to the central theme or conflict of the episode, and move the plot along. So good.

I've seen a lot of reviews slamming this reboot for various reasons, but I really think this one is far superior. The characters are more distinct and three dimensional than in the original cartoon, Clifford and his doggie pals are more Iikeable, his relationship with Emily Elizabeth is sweeter, and the episode plots are far more interesting. I'd say overall, it's got a more wholesome tone and a better production value.

I really hope more episodes are produced, and that someone finally realizes they need to release a soundtrack!

This show does not deserve all the hate that it gets. Almost all of the people you'll see hating on this show are people that are overly nostalgic of the 2000 series. I will admit that when I saw this show for the first time, I was surprised at how much changed, but I learned to adjust to the changes, and now it's my favorite PBS Kids show. I think if more people gave it a chance and didn't make their opinion off of seeing just one episode, it could get better ratings and reviews. The songs are absolute fire and advanced for a children's show, and come in at the correct times. The show itself is advanced, and can appeal to teens way beyond it's age range, like me. It's entertaining, and isn't too childish. In short, it's definitely a must watch show, and you should give it a real chance before you make your opinion on it.