Safe and Fun
Rachael’s Vacation
Ages 9-11, Recommended by Parents' Choice Foundation, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: Do you have a child that’s interested in international travel and fine dinning? Follow celeb chef Rachael Ray as she explores culinary histories, cultures and cuisine from around the world.
Grossology
Ages 6-9, Ages 9-11, Nickelodeon, Recommended by KIDS FIRST!, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: Follow along as Ty and Abby fight invading bacteria, viruses and other nasty things on a battlefield that just happens to be in someones body…Gross! The duo usesscience and a knowledge of biology to beat back the invaders.
The Upside Down Show
Ages 3-6, Good Ol' Values, Nickelodeon, Recommended by Common Sense Media, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: Two brothers that don’t get out much (literally) take preschoolers on adventures in every episode in this live action show. There are lessons taught such as cooperation, meeting friends and thinking about the world around them.
Charlie & Lola
Ages 3-6, Disney, Good Ol' Values, Recommended by Common Sense Media, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: Adorable British siblings are having fun learning about new foods, getting a haircut and losing a tooth. The show is simple, and kind, the characters are articulate and provide a great example for kids.
Get Fresh With Sara Snow
Ages 9-11, Discovery, Good Ol' Values, Recommended by Parents Television Council, Safe and Fun, ScienceWhat’s Smart About It: Get fresh and green with Sara as she shows people that the benefits of being organic can help your health, the environment and even your pocketbook. Sensible alternatives and practical tips are offered by this green believer as she guides people and companies improve their lifestyles and business practices.
The Cosby Show
Ages 6-9, Ages 9-11, Good Ol' Values, Recommended by Parents Television Council, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: One of the first and maybe the best network programs that featured a professional African-American family. Great parents are raising respectful and interesting kids, and with every episode there’s a problem to overcome with some commonsense and a whole lot of love.
The Backyardigans
Ages 3-6, Good Ol' Values, Nickelodeon, Recommended by Parents' Choice Foundation, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: These five silly animals have big imaginations, musical skills, funky dance moves and hope to keep your little ones moving and engaged int heir creative stories that start from…yup, their backyard. Get the song lyrics online and sing along.
Yo Gabba Gabba!
Ages 3-6, Good Ol' Values, Nickelodeon, Recommended by KIDS FIRST!, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It:DJ Lance Rock gets your little ones up dancing, moving and shaking while teaching lessons like forgiveness, friendship and healthy eating. Great colors and characters draw kids in to this fun and educational techno colored world.
Jeopardy!
Ages 9-11, Recommended by Parents Television Council, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: Even though it seems TV has gotten progressively dumber over the years Jeopardy! hasn’t given in. It’s been the same tough answers (you have to provide the questions) for 25 years.
Antiques Roadshow
Ages 9-11, History, PBS, Recommended by Common Sense Media, Safe and FunWhat’s Smart About It: This parent’s favorite just might get the kids hooked on antiques and history. The slower pace of the program might be difficult for some younger viewers but there’s nothing like guessing the right price of a 18th century French oak desk.
