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Science Fair: The Series (2023) Parents Guide: Is the series OK for kids?

Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language

The series follows a group of inspiring teens who represent a vast spectrum of ISEF hopefuls. In addition to U.S. competitors, the series follows several fierce international contenders who have already beaten out the competition in their own countries to make it to ISEF.

TV-PG • 2023 • 1 season

Age
10+

A National Geographic documentary series following students competing in science fairs. It is educational and family-friendly, with themes of ambition, pressure, persistence, and adolescent self-confidence.

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Is Science Fair: The Series appropriate for kids?

A National Geographic documentary series following students competing in science fairs. It is educational and family-friendly, with themes of ambition, pressure, persistence, and adolescent self-confidence. Read more — free account

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Substances None 0/10
Language Mild 2/10
Sex/Nudity None 0/10
Violence/Gore Mild 2/10
Mature Themes Intense 10/10

Sex and nudity in Science Fair: The Series

This season contains no sexual content, suggestive scenes, or nudity. The storylines are strictly academic and biographical, focusing on the students' scientific innovations and personal backgrounds. Relationships shown are platonic or professional between peers and mentors.

Violence and gore in Science Fair: The Series

There is no physical violence, weaponry, or gore depicted in this series. The most intense moments involve the emotional stress of the competition and the pressure of judging. All interactions are non-violent and centered around the STEM fair environment.

Language in Science Fair: The Series

No strong profanity or vulgarity is present in the dialogue. Occasional mild expressions of frustration or disappointment may occur as students deal with the high stakes of the competition. The language used is generally professional, academic, and appropriate for all ages.

Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Science Fair: The Series

There is no use of alcohol, smoking, or illegal drugs throughout the series. The focus remains entirely on the academic pursuits and projects of the student participants. The documentary style highlights personal dedication without any depiction of substance use.

Mature themes in Science Fair: The Series

Mild-to-moderate themes of academic pressure, ambition, disappointment, confidence, family support, and perseverance.

Scary moments in Science Fair: The Series

No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Science Fair: The Series yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Science Fair: The Series appropriate for kids?

Bontent's parent guide suggests Science Fair: The Series is best for ages 10+. It's rated TV-PG. A National Geographic documentary series following students competing in science fairs. It is educational and family-friendly, with themes of ambition, pressure, persistence, and adolescent self-confidence.

What age rating does Science Fair: The Series have?

Science Fair: The Series is rated TV-PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 10+.

What is Science Fair: The Series about?

A National Geographic documentary series following students competing in science fairs. It is educational and family-friendly, with themes of ambition, pressure, persistence, and adolescent self-confidence.

How many seasons does Science Fair: The Series have?

Science Fair: The Series has 1 season covered in this parent guide. Sign up to see a season-by-season breakdown.

Is there sex or nudity in Science Fair: The Series?

Our reviewers didn't note meaningful sexual content across Science Fair: The Series.

How violent is Science Fair: The Series?

Violence isn't a standout concern across Science Fair: The Series per our reviewers.

Is the language in Science Fair: The Series appropriate for kids?

Strong language isn't flagged across Science Fair: The Series.

Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Science Fair: The Series?

Drug, alcohol, and smoking depictions are minimal across Science Fair: The Series.

What mature themes appear in Science Fair: The Series?

Heavy thematic material isn't a defining feature of Science Fair: The Series.

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