It's an exciting time for children's television! No longer are we in a society where parenthood is viewed as being old or out of style. Parents, we are now being described (and owning it!) as "cool", "chic", "modern", "hip". And sure that drives some criticism, but realistically, what generation before theirs didn't consider themselves perfect or patronized generation(s) that would follow?
But alas, that is a bigger topic than this post. With the natural progression of a generation maturing, we also see media that caters to their general interests (like the links above). Note to self: I am not as cool as the blogs I like, ho hum. I am however intolerant of a big, singing purple dinosaur, more intrigued about the backstory of Blue's owner(s), and let's not even talk about those four Australian (were they from Australia?) males who really looked ridiculous in those Star Trek outfits!
So thank God (really.) for Yo Gabba Gabba! Twenty minutes of dizzying fun, engaging visuals and Anthony Bourdain or the Roots or Biz Markie, say what? As for the educational piece (since we are parents after all), DJ Lance Rock and cast center each show around soft skills, the environment and holidays. Singing a song with the Roots about loving my family is definitely more appealing to my ears than the loving you, loving me of that dinosaur, who will still remained unnamed, sorry. Because aren't children shows supposed to be enjoyed by ALL family members?
Without further ado, some clips:
Children learn how dance moves with guest stars like Mya!
Yo Gabba Gabba comes to your town!
Finally, our family favorite:
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I haven't watched much Yo Gabba Gabba, but it sounds like good stuff. My oldest two are into watching really annoying Nickelodeon shows like Drake & Josh. Ugg. There is some middle ground though, we all like Spongebob.
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