Children's Television Programming - Now and Then

             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...

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