Television has always been a favorite with kids. And there is
still something special about cuddling together after dinner in the living room
or snuggling early Saturday morning to watch favorite family shows.
But sometimes as a parent it is tricky to keep up with the
hit new shows for kids and what is actually safe and good for your little ones
to be watching. Especially, and children reach the preteen age, it becomes
important to monitor what comes on TV.
To help with the TV challenge, here is a great list of
family shows for big kids and preteens. From animal shows to classic comedies,
there’s sure to be something for everyone.
Disney Fun for All
Dog with a Blog
Stan the talking canine helps unite step-siblings Avery,
Tyler and Chloe in Dog with a Blog. A
family centered comedy, this show ranked in the top five series for children
between 6-11 years old. Sitcom hilarity from the family pet’s point of view has
both kids and parents excited for season three which, according to the
Hollywood Reporter, is a go for production.
Girl Meets World
The highly anticipated spin off of the classic Disney sitcom
Boy Meets World, Girl Meets World picks
up years later and tells the story of the next generation. Cory and Topanga are
now married with two children. Their daughter Riley will be the protagonist of
this new series which carries over the original actors.
Super Hero Cartoons
Are Still Cool
Marvel’s Hulk and the
Agents of S.M.A.S.H.
Perfect for little one’s who are enthusiastic about adult
super hero movies but not quite old enough to handle the intense real life
action, Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H.
is an animated TV series based on the Marvel Comic characters. This comic
action series tells the story of Hulk, She-Hulk, Red Hulk, A-Bomb, Skaar and
the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. (also known as the Supreme Military Agency of Super
Humans).
Avatar: The Legend of
Korra
Another action animated series, The Legend of Korra is set in the popular Avatar universe and is a
sequel to The Last Airbender. The
protagonist Korra is a feisty young lady who comes from the Southern Water
Tribe and faces the adventure and challenges of being an Avatar.
Crazy about the
Classics
The Andy Griffith Show
Starring classy guys Don Knotts, Andy Griffith and a young
Ron Howard, The Andy Griffith Show teaches
beautiful life lessons in the small town of Mayberry where Sherriff Andy Taylor
keeps the peace. Whether you find it on Netflix or TV Land, this black and
white classic is a must see for the whole family.
Gilligan’s Island
Another oldie but goodie, Gilligan’s Island tells the story of a group of unlikely castaways
on their own private desert isle. Gilligan is the outrageous first mate along
with the skipper, Maryann, the Professor, Ginger and Mr. and Mrs. Thurston
Howell III, the millionaire couple.
The Dick Van Dyke Show
A brilliant family classic starring Mary Tyler Moore and
Dick Van Dyke, this inventive comedy will have modern kids and parents in
stitches at the sweet but funny moments between the Petrie clan, their goofy
neighbors and co-workers.
For the Young Chef
Diners, Drive-Ins, and
Dives
Lots of kids love cooking shows, and Guy
Fieri’s fun cross country trips are a blast to follow. Watch as this
professional chef travels around trying some of the best diner food in America.
Master Chef Junior
To inspire your own kids to jump into the kitchen, watch a
season of Master Chef Junior. The kid
version of the popular cooking competition, this fun show crowns a winning kid
cook.
Wild Life Adventurers
Cesar911
A new show starring the famous dog trainer Caesar Millan, Caesar911 takes the dog whisperer into
real life situations with problem pooches to help train both wayward dogs and
their owners.
Wild Kratts
A fun addition to the PBS Kids line up, Wild Kratts is an animated adventure with the voices of real life
wilderness experts the Kratts brothers. Education and entertaining, Wild Kratts teaches about exotic animals
all over the world.
With all these fantastic options, you can find family
friendly programming to enjoy with your kids. And if these networks don’t
already come to your home, check out this
link
for expanded TV packages.
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