Disney, Jr.

Thanks to Erasmo Cortez

My son is two years old. He loves to watch television. I am all the time trying to get him to do other things, but when the weather outside is cold and rainy I look to the television to find him some interesting and educational things to watch. Since we got direct TV, we now have the Disney Junior channel. At first glance you would think that this is just another cartoon type program that would not be very educational. But, contrary to that belief, Disney, Jr. has a lot of programming that is age appropriate for my son and educational as well. And, I like the fact that programs like the Mickey Mouse Club have survived the years since I was a child. Of course, everything is very different than when I watched it in the early days, but the same wholesome themes are talked about every day. They just have a much more modern twist to them. For instance this week leading up to the upcoming holidays, the theme has been to get fit and stay active throughout the holidays. I really like the fact that the show is entertaining, but is also teaching my son something worthwhile at the same time.