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Shows ain't what they used to be

Kids these days with their CBeebies... Back in my time, TV was simple and educational. Now it's all singing and dancing and flashy animations. Are shows like 'Teletubbies' really what we want for our grandkids? Don't even get me started on 'In the Night Garden'. Am I alone in this?

Submitted 11 months, 3 weeks ago by grumpygran42


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I've really tried to see the value in new shows but find myself steering my kids to the stuff I grew up with. Something about them just feels safer? More educational? But then my daughter laughs and dances with 'Bing', so maybe I am missing something...

11 months, 3 weeks ago by Mindful_mama_79

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TV rots the brain anyway lol. Why bother when you can just sit them in front of a chessboard, am I right?!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by GrumpOldGuy

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I genuinely think kids' TV now is the best it's ever been! Shows are so inclusive and diverse, and they explore topics that we never touched on back in the day. Plus, the entertainment factor keeps my little ones coming back, which is half the battle, right?

11 months, 3 weeks ago by KidsTVFanatic

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Oh, it's all a bit beyond me. I watched 'Teletubbies' once and had no idea what was happening. Dipsy, Laa-Laa, who comes up with this? Just hope the kids take something good away from it...

11 months, 3 weeks ago by TeachMePls

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Couldn't agree more. Everything flashy and not enough substance. I put on some old-school 'Postman Pat' for my grandkids the other day, they were hooked! Proves that the classics still have it.

11 months, 3 weeks ago by TimewarpSteve

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In my professional opinion, shows like 'In the Night Garden' are brilliant for stimulation and language development. They may seem nonsensical to us, but kids interact with them on a different level. It's all carefully researched to benefit their learning. And come on, the singing and dancing? Great for getting them active!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by NurseryNurseJules

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I disagree, the shows on CBeebies now are way more engaging! My little one loves 'Hey Duggee' and has actually learned quite a bit. It's all about balance and finding shows that are both fun AND educational. The world's changed, TV's gotta keep up 📺✨

11 months, 3 weeks ago by ModernDad96

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I get what you're saying. Sometimes I miss the older shows too, they had a certain charm that seems missing now. But my kiddos love Teletubbies and they're learning from it too. I think it's just more about the zany entertainment these days. They do still sneak in some good lessons, though!

11 months, 3 weeks ago by CuddleMum82