As I am sitting with my pre-teen watching The Disney Channel,
I cannot help to stop and think on how drastically children
programming has changed. When I was growing up things were so
different. The children shows were more age appropriate,
educational, and less violent. I remember some, (like He-Man)
even ended with safety and educational tips before each show
ended. There were so many great shows back then like Pin Wheel,
Blossom, Saved by the Bell, and Full House. If these shows were
to be brought back, children would probably not show interest
in them. Children nowadays are used to watching shows that
include sexual language, violence, and children acting twice
their age. There are multiplying signs, indeed, that something
has gone wrong with children programming in America. Are we ok
with allowing our kids to watch violent or age inappropriate
Shows that were aired years back, were very age-appropriate.
They were basically about family values, dealing
with problems with friends, and fun adventures. I recall how
they were based common problems one would have with a friend,
family member, or at school. They would show children what the
consequences would be based on our actions and how to resolve
them in the best way. Shows back then were very innocent. They
showed the value of what being a good friend, sister, neighbor
and what overall, a good person. One would not learn any foul
language from these programming's, which would make parents
feel at ease leaving their children watch these shows
unattended. For example, Mr. Roger's Neighborhood, promoted what
a good neighbor can be and showed a positive friendly
The shows nowadays are far more different. As I sat
watching this particular program, I observed the improper
language being used. Things like children smart talking to
their parents and making it seem somehow funny. I also no...