TV shows people watched as kids can seem childish when looking back but in reality, these shows kept kids engaging for hours on end and were also interesting enough that parents could watch the storylines with there children. The storylines of many of these shows still hold up even though the kids have grown up.
1. SpongeBob SquarePants
A show taking place in the colorful underwater town of Bikini Bottom. SpongeBob, a consistently positive and optimistic guy, takes on humorous adventures with his friends Patrick Star, Squidward Tentacles, and more. Beyond all the comedic nonsense in the show, it provides a meaningful lesson on the value of friendship.
“I just loved how, no matter the situation Spongebob always ended up having fun,” senior Sophia Caples said.
2. Wild Krats
A show that not only provides the characters with fun challenges but also includes educational, real-world learning. Two brothers, Kris and Martin, take our young viewers on a journey through the animal kingdom.
“It’s just really cool how they involve so many different animals in the show,” senior Charles Cosper said.
3. The Amazing World of Gumball
An extremely offbeat comedy show taking place in the town of Elmore. The show follows the adventures of Gumball, a blue cat, and Darwin, a goldfish. The two characters experience growth through their high school years while still having a great time. The imaginative story still uses various relatable themes like honesty and responsibility.
“You just never know what will happen next,” senior Roman Haverly said.
4. Dora the Explorer
This interactive children’s series has gained so much traction over the years. The show follows a young explorer, showing kids to be curious about the world around them. The show also invites kids to participate by solving simple problems. This interactive format keeps kids engaged.
“Just growing up, I thought Dora was cool, traveling around with her pet monkey,” senior Leighton Hemmer said.
5. Teen Titans Go
This animated series follows the superhero lives of a young crime-fighting team. This show features popular characters Robin, Starfire, Beast Boy, Raven, and Cyborg. This show has a lot of light-hearted humor and engaging storytelling, making it entertaining for kids. Each episode of this TV series usually provides some life lessons, providing a positive impact on the youth
“There isn’t one boring episode,” senior Spencer Guthrie said.
6. Tom & Jerry
In this series, the main focus is on a cat named Tom and a mouse named Jerry’s rivalry. The show takes a totally different approach than most of the others on this list because in this show neither of the main character speak english. Despite the lack of dialogue, the show is still filled with whimsical fun.
“It’s just so fun watching them chase each other around the house,” senior Emily Clausner said.
7. Bluey
The animated series is about a playful and energetic puppy. He explores the adventures of life with their family. The show combines comedy, making it entertaining for kids while also allowing it to give life lessons.
8. Lego Ninjago
This action-packed series is very popular among younger viewers for its engaging storytelling and strong moral lessons. The show takes place in a world where martial arts and fantasy fuel the way of life. The show follows a team of young ninjas who train and grow together to protect the world from whatever threat appears. The show is not just about battling for power; it instead maintains the lesson of discipline.
“They are literal ninjas, what isn’t cool about that?” Guthrie said.
9. Max & Ruby
This animated children’s series provides a calmer and more positive approach to storytelling that is great for younger audiences. Centered around the lives of two bunny siblings who face simple everyday challenges. This makes the show really relatable for kids. The show explains the importance of patience, responsibility, and family.
“They were just a cute family that I really enjoyed watching growing up,” senior Kailyn Curtis.
10. Arthur
This show follows the everyday life of an aardvark named Aurthur. This show is absolutely filled with meaningful life lessons. Arthur undergoes relatable experiences for kids, from going to school to making friends.
“Arthur was lowkey my go-to growing up, funny, but still had life lessons,” senior Parker Frankland said.
