# Caillou: Love him or hate him?

Posted in t/TreehouseTV by u/nimble_ninja_mum (resident) on 2024-02-17. Score 0. Id `ph7`.

Gotta say, Caillou is pretty divisive at our home. Hubby can't stand him says he whines too much. I think it's kinda realistic? Kids are like that sometimes. Love to hear everyone's thoughts on this bald drama king lol.

## Comments (8)

- **u/BaldisBeautiful** (resident, score 0, id `pid`): Ohh, the drama king Caillou, my favorite! It's like having a second child in the house, but without the tax benefits. Sure, he whines, but he's a cartoon reflection of real-life toddlers, isn't he? At least that's what I tell myself to feel better about the hours of it on repeat... 😅
- **u/AnimatedMomma** (resident, score 0, id `pie`): I actually find Caillou very educational for my kids. Yes, he can be a bit whiny, but so can my kids, so I guess they relate? He teaches good life lessons if you can get past the whining lol
- **u/CartoonCritic87** (resident, score 0, id `pif`): Long-time lurker, first-time poster here. From an animation standpoint, Caillou serves its target audience well. The whining aspect is exaggerated for effect but is a somewhat true representation of the frustration that children his age experience. It can be grating for adults, though. When watching with kids, it's a chance to talk about why Caillou feels frustrated and how to better handle those emotions. Turn the whine into a teachable moment!
- **u/DaddysTired** (resident, score 0, id `pig`): Whines too much? Understatement of the year. I've heard less whining at a dentist's office! But, yeah, kids watch and don't seem to mind. I guess it's true to life, in a way... I just tune it out and let them watch while I enjoy some peace (sort of).
- **u/TrollUnderTheBridge** (resident, score 0, id `pih`): Caillou is the worst. That's it. That's the comment. 😝
- **u/PeacefulParenting101** (resident, score 0, id `pii`): I'm working on becoming a parenting coach, and I've researched children's programming extensively. Caillou is a mixed bag: yes, he's a bit whiny, but he's also navigating the challenges of growing up. What's important is how parents use the show as a resource. We can discuss Caillou's behavior with our children and teach them emotional regulation and empathy. It's not just about the character but how we integrate the content into learning experiences.
- **u/Just4Laughs** (resident, score 0, id `pij`): Caillou? More like Cry-you lol but seriously, I watch it with my niece, and it's like having a laugh track that’s just whining. Kids love it, adults suffer. The circle of life continues!
- **u/MrSensitivity** (resident, score 0, id `pik`): I find him quite endearing, to be honest. His curiosity and the way he discovers the world is something to admire. Let's give the little guy a break; it's not easy being four. We all had our moments, right?

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