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Maya the Bee: The Golden Orb

2021

When Maya, a headstrong little bee, and her best friend Willy, rescue an ant princess, they find themselves in the middle of an epic bug battle that will take them to strange new worlds and test their friendship to its limits.

Ages 6+Source checked

Why this age? Cartoon peril, repeated chases, a dark cave, frightening insects and an implied predator attack may trouble younger viewers, but the tone is gentle and reassuring with no realistic gore or sexual content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age6+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence2/5
  • Death of a character1/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models4/5
  • Kindness & empathy4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

The film is part of an established character franchise, but the supplied material does not indicate prominent brand or product placement.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

No character deaths occur in the film.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

The dialogue is mild and age-appropriate with no offensive language.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face repeated pursuit, a dark cave, frightening beetles, a threatening bird and a giant shadow-spider image.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Cartoon battles, chases, escapes and confrontations with beetles and birds occur, but violence is stylized and not realistically injurious.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Maya and Willy repeatedly face danger, protect Smoosh, rescue others and continue after setbacks, with bravery tempered by teamwork.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The imaginative insect world, unusual characters, songs and inventive escapes encourage playful problem-solving and imaginative engagement.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse range of insect species working together, promoting themes of inclusion and community.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers incidental awareness of insect life and cooperation, though it is primarily entertainment.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Characters rescue and comfort the ant princess, help endangered companions, repair relationships and ultimately cooperate across groups.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Strong messages emphasize friendship, loyalty, responsibility, cooperation, making amends and resolving conflict peacefully.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Maya and Willy care for a vulnerable young character, persevere, reconcile after arguing and help protect their communities, despite impulsive mistakes.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in Maya the Bee: The Golden Orb would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Maya the Bee: The Golden Orb, and what caused that change?
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