C Bear and Jamal's messages are most accessible to kids 7-12; they'll also appreciate the cartoon's quirkily drawn characters (Jamal's grandparents are especially well crafted) and offbeat, slang-heavy banter. Parents, on the other hand--especially parents who were Fat Albert fans as kids--will love the parallels to the old-school show and the constant good-conscience reinforcements. --Tammy La Gorce