Children’s Programming

Children's programming is not what it use to be. I remember being a child and your only choice was Sesame Street. Nowadays, you have stations like Noggin and Nick Jr. who are dedicated to children's program. My daughter does not even really like Sesame Street. Some of Madison's favorite shows include Upside Down Show and Wonder (aff) Pets. I actually TIVO these two shows for her, so we can watch them any time we want.

The Upside Down show has Shane and David, and we get to watch their daily adventures. We have been to the art museum, the movies, and the airport among several other places with them. The part Madison loves the most about this show is the imaginary remote. She often plays with her imaginary remote even when we are not watching the show. Honestly, I find the show pretty corny, but my husband giggles right along with Madison (not sure what that says). There are several learning goals with this show:

Imaginative Play

  • boosts creativity by modeling pretend play
  • fosters a humorous approach to problem-solving
  • models a think-outside-the-box attitude

Language and Early Literacy Skills

  • introduces new vocabulary in surprising and funny ways
  • reinforces phonological awareness with use of alliteration, rhyming, and other kinds of language play

Cognitive Skills

  • reinforces logical thinking skills such as making predictions and noticing connections
  • models using abstract thinking and imagination to find new ways of looking at a problem
  • demonstrates and explores relational concepts (high/low, inside/outside, light/dark)

Social and Emotional Development

  • models cooperation and negotiation
  • models accommodating and supporting the needs of others

At least she is learning when she is watching this. I do have to admit that my favorite imaginary remote button has to be the Irish dancing button.

The other show she enjoys is Wonder (aff) Pets. This show is about three classroom pets named Linny (he's the guinea pig), Ming-Ming (the duck), and Tuck (the turtle). The show is about how these three animals turn into superhereos to save other animals in trouble (aff). This is one of my favorite shows. It is cute and even holds my attention. The learning goals that are supported by this show are:

Cognitive Skills
Language and Early Literacy

  • introduces new vocabulary
  • reinforces phonological awareness with its use of sung dialogue, rhythms, alliteration, and songs

Music

  • exposes viewers to a wide range of musical styles and formats
  • helps make connections between musical styles and world cultures

Social and Emotional Development

  • promotes appreciation of and orientation towards teamwork
  • models cooperation with others
  • reinforces the value of listening to others' ideas
  • models an attitude of helping

There are a few other show I like too, but these are Madison two main shows that we do not miss. These shows are not too annoying, and I like that she is learning something by watching them.

Lisa Martin

In April 2006, Lisa began blogging to stay connected with distant relatives and friends. As she delved into blogging, she discovered the potential to assist others by sharing her experiences. Lisa has actively engaged in numerous exclusive media ventures. Notable among these are her participation in events such as the Sony Mommy Bloggers Event, the Pampers Mommy Bloggers Event, the Epson Event in Chicago, the Stouffers Event, a memorable yacht excursion with Lands End, collaborations with 1-800-Baskets, an exclusive tour for bloggers by Mrs. Prindable’s, partnerships with Hallmark, PopCap games, Chicago Cubs Mastercard Priceless Events, and Rug Doctor. In addition, she has collaborated with Nutrisystem on a weight loss initiative, teamed up with Buick and Chevy, and served as a brand ambassador for Sprint. Lisa's collaboration portfolio also extends to Disney, where she has participated in press trips for significant movies such as Frozen, Guardians of the Galaxy, McFarland USA, The Good Dinosaur, The BFG, and Cars 3. Notably, for projects like Frozen, The BFG, and Cars 3, she was granted the privilege of walking the red carpet and conducting interviews with celebrities. The impact of Lisa's blog has gained recognition, with The New York Times referencing her content. Moreover, she has been featured in interviews by respected publications such as the Southtown Star, The Chicago Sun Times, and inside.
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