My daughter has picked up an interest in Demon Slayer, however having watched a little I think it’s too violent/mature.
I’d love to foster her interest in these things, by trying out an alternative anime that hits similar notes while being more age apropriate.
Any recommendations?
Maybe look into “little witch academia”
Could try Spy x Family. Still action, but less explicit in its depictions of violence (though there is still violence), and overall wholesome story / message.
My 8 year old has been watching Demon Slayer and loving it. But she had a “gateway show” to get into that – InuYasha. She saw me watching InuYasha and started watching it with me and then became addicted to that. I think that set the bar for what kind of anime she likes, , and so watching Demon Slayer seemed like some kind of natural progression. Anyway, it really depends on the kid, but if they can watch cartoon violence and not get freaked out, then it should be fine.
Any Studio Ghibli movie seems to be age appropriate and has a female protagonist featured in most: Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, Totoro, Spirited Away, Ponyo
Yeah… Graves of the fireflies
It’s old by now but I’ll chime in with Cardcaptor Sakura… I enjoyed that as a kid at a similar age.
Spy x Family
A Silent Voice - has some serious/mature themes but someone your daughter’s age can understand
Bocchi the Rock
Bofuri is surprisingly good! Not in any way serious in tone, since it all takes place in an MMORPG, but some good action scenes, especially in the first season.
Pretty sure it’s completely kid friendly (no fan service or other anime weirdness.)
I’m going to second this. The fights are still pretty action packed + there’s a derpy looking flying turtle.