The 411 by Maria and Goddess:
Maria:
What I always loved about Steven Universe is that it is a show I never cringed at when Goddess put it on like a lot of my kids other favorite shows. This Sci-Fi show works because it is a healthy balance between sci-fi, relationships, musical numbers and hilarity in the ridiculousness of each episode. Steven Universe was the first show created by a woman on the Cartoon Network. Rebecca Sugar was an artist who worked on another of my daughter's favorite shows, Adventure Time.
Our main character Steven is a hybrid. He is half gem and half human. His mother, Rose Quartz was a gem and his dad just a regular, long haired dude. The superheros in this show are female aliens called the Crystal Gems. They all have gem names like Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, etc. Steven and his team of surrogate moms work together to save the world.
Steven Universe is a great cartoon for kids because it is so different. It is not geared toward girls or boys. It can be loved by everyone. If not for Steven this show could have been like any other girl driven show like Sailor Moon but Steven balances it out AND he is not afraid of his emotions or sharing his thoughts or feelings. I love that! These characters really discuss feelings which make their relationships stronger and their affection for each other something the viewer appreciates and respects.
Besides the science fiction aspect this show is very modern forward. Two of the female gems are in a relationship and when they merge together they create another gem.
If you love cartoons, I suggest you check this out with your kids. My daughter loves it and has been watching since it started. It is now in it's 6th Season and she still watches.
She is really excited that there is Steven Universe Merch and can't wait to get some.
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