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I thought this anime had a different kind of appeal compared to versions that were broadcast later. The anime "Fullmetal Alchemist" diverges from the original manga partway through, becoming an original story that is essentially separate from the manga version.
The conditions under which Homunculi are born and the fate of a character named Tucker in this work are examples of differences from the original story, but such elements seem to amplify the appeal of this work in a way that is different from the original.
Personally, if I were to sum it up in one phrase, it would be that it has a dark fantasy feel.
The ... madness of the aforementioned Tucker and the development that Homunculi are created because of human selfishness seemed to compose the series in a way that depresses the viewers while also stirring their curiosity to see the next episode.
If I had to point out a flaw, it would be that the ending of this work felt somewhat rushed, which I thought was a drawback.

I think this anime, while having aspects that are aimed at children, occasionally exhibits strong social satire and parody that might be difficult for children to understand.
For example, in one story, there is a mention of a missile with a name reminiscent of one launched by a certain country in East Asia, and in another story, there's a narrative that mimics a famous Hollywood movie about dinosaurs being revived in modern times.
Therefore, I feel that this anime is not just for children but also contains content that can be enjoyed by a relatively adult audience.
However, since the main setting of this anime is Pup Village, ... it might not appeal to viewers who are expecting an adventure story like the game version of Kirby of the Stars.