I thought I’d do a post about my current favorite kid shows.  My kids don’t only watch PBS, they watch regular Saturday morning cartoons too, it just so happens that two of my favorites are on PBS.

Cyberchase on PBS. This is one of my favorite kid shows.  I totally don’t mind sitting down with my kids to watch it.  My only complaint is the style of the animation.  I don’t like it.  But I love the kids and the wacky trouble they get into and the math skills that are taught.  I like Hacker and his need to take over Cyberspace and his two ridiculous lackeys.  It’s just good, clean fun.

Word Girl on PBS.  Let’s face it.  I’m a sucker for any super humans.  Even a little girl who has exceptional vocabulary and a monkey sidekick.  This is another one that I will actually sit down and watch with them.  I don’t know if they’re picking up any new vocabulary but the kids have fun watching it.

Now I’ll mention a show called Martha Speaks.  The TV was on the other day and Oli was just watching whatever was on, which was this show.  I overheard what was happening but didn’t pay much attention.  There’s a girl and her speaking dog Martha.  For whatever reason Martha goes out and gets a job.  At one point the girl asks Martha is she is going to to work, to which Martha replies, “Having a job is great, but it’s no substitute for a family.”  I did a double take.  I live in the middle of liberal Silicon Valley.  Outside of my church friends, very few of my friends stay home and take care of kids.  Now, I know this was a dog talking but what a great lesson to teach our children.  I’m not planning on watching this show ever again but was really impressed by this episode.  Check it out if you want to.

What are your favorite kid shows?