Watchly Safety Review

DADS BE LIKE - SCHOOL DAY

0:57 · 2.4M views · May 3, 2023

Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

2Minor Flags

This video is safe for most kids but models mild deception and secret-keeping between a father and son. The humor relies on a dad pretending it's a holiday to skip school and work, which is creative and lighthearted but may normalize sneaking around. No concerning content like violence or language appears, though the 'don't tell your mom' joke could undermine trust.

Content Breakdown · 2 Categories

Parasocial & Emotional ManipulationA little

Very mild parasocial framing appears in one line where the dad says 'let's keep this a secret between you and me' — this creates a conspiratorial bond with the viewer, but it is extremely light and typical of comedy content.

See evidence (1)

“"let's keep this a secret between you and me buster"”

Toxic Behavior ModelingA little

Mild toxic behavior is modeled: the dad lies to his son about driving him to school by dropping him 'a few blocks down' (essentially abandoning a child on the street) and then takes the boys out for ice cream without telling the mom. This frames deception of a parent as a fun secret. However, it is played for comedy and not presented as genuinely harmful or admirable hustle.

See evidence (3)

“"I dropped him off a few blocks down honey"”

“"let's keep this a secret between you and me buster"”

“"don't tell your mom about this one okay"”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know this is a short, comedic skit about a dad who tricks his son into thinking it's a holiday, then takes him for ice cream while keeping it a secret from mom. The video is harmless fun with no offensive material, but it does model a parent lying to a child and encouraging secrecy, which could be a talking point about honesty. Kids will likely find the twist amusing, but younger children might not grasp the irony.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Why do you think the dad pretended it was a holiday? Was that a good idea?
2How would you feel if a parent kept a secret like that from your other parent?
3What are some fun ways to spend a day off that don't involve lying?
4Do you think the son learned anything from this experience? What?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

The video is appropriate for ages 5 and up. It has no scary or mature content, but younger children may not understand the humor or the lesson about honesty.

Does the video contain any bad language or violence?

No, the video has no strong language, violence, or any other concerning content. It is a clean, family-friendly skit.

Is the 'don't tell your mom' message harmful?

It could be, as it models keeping secrets from a parent. However, it's presented as a playful joke, and most kids will see it as silly rather than a real instruction. Parents can use it to discuss honesty.

What is the educational value of this video?

The video is primarily entertainment with no direct educational content. However, it can spark conversations about honesty, family dynamics, and the difference between jokes and real-life behavior.

Does the video promote skipping school or work?

It humorously shows a dad pretending it's a holiday, but the twist reveals it's a joke. It doesn't seriously encourage truancy, but parents may want to clarify that skipping responsibilities isn't acceptable.

Is this video part of a series?

Yes, it's from a 'DADS BE LIKE' series, which typically features humorous, exaggerated father-child scenarios. Other episodes may have similar themes, so parents should preview them.