Choosing the Right Television Shows for Your Child

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Television has changed greatly over the years. There is a wide variety and selection of broadcast viewing. This opening up of the television air waves has opened our world to both more enrichment and more negativity.

The good part about the new outlook on television is that parents can have more confidence and a larger selection in choosing a show that is somewhat educating for their child. Many television shows geared for children now focus on teaching academic and life skills. The bad part is that parents have to also be very careful about inappropriate shows that seem to pop up on most every channel. Even some cartoons are not as innocent as they may appear.

When choosing a show that is appropriate and healthy for your child's mind, consider some of the following.

Look for a show that has a consistent adult figure that is affectionate and concerned about the children on the show.

Check as see if the show allows your child to open up to imaginative play. Are there characters on the show that your child will remember and imagine in play later?

Does the show have any negative comments? If so look for a show that shows a warmer attitude. Try to stay away from shows that use sarcastic comments.

Question yourself on whether or not the show has any value. Will it introduce your child to any new experiences or sights?

Watch for shows that share a common topic as your child's interests. If your child is interested in animals look for shows about animals.

Be careful about letting your child watch shows that do not have a clear line drawn between what is real and what is make believe. Your child should have no question about which things can really happen and which ones cannot happen in real life.

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Lyn is a kindergarten teacher and mommy to a girl and a boy. In her spare time, she enjoys informative and creative writing.

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