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What are the best TV cartoons for kids? Excellent question. There are certainly a lot of cartoons on television these days and there are several television channels which are devoted to cartoons and children's programming. Shows like The Simpsons and South Park are not intended for kids and definitely don't make this list, although these shows do have some appeal for an older audience. However, parents like to know that there are wholesome, educational programming choices for their families.

In this article we'll look at six TV cartoons which are safe and educational for any kid.

ARTHUR

Arthur, based on the book series written by Marc Brown, is an excellent show for any kid to watch. The shows have a great blend of humor, good stories, and great life lessons. The diversity of the cast (children and adults are represented by different kinds of animals, which is a subtle nod towards ethnic diversity) makes for fun and entertaining situations.

GEORGE SHRINKS

The adventures of George Shrinks, his family, and friends make great stories. The diminutive George Shrinks, who is less than one foot tall, is unfailingly curious, cheerful, and helpful. He doesn't see himself as disadvantaged while he uses ingenuity and persistence to live a full and exciting life.

BOB THE BUILDER

Boys and girls alike love the adventures of Bob, Wendy, and their machine friends as they tackle one job after another. The value of teamwork and hard work are emphasized in these terrific shows.

CAILLOU

Caillou, the curious little boy who bears a passing resemblance to Charlie Brown, loves exploring the world and learning about everything as he grows up. This show is particularly good for the toddler and pre-K crowd. It takes a realistic look at the joys, challenges, and frustrations experienced by young children.

LITTLE BEAR

Little Bear is a curious and happy cub with a big imagination who inhabits a fun world of friends and neighbors. Together with his human friend Emily and his other animal friends, they have exciting adventures. These tales are filled with gentle humor and love, emphasizing the importance of family and friends.

THE BACKYARDIGANS

The Backyardigans are five animal friends who share a common backyard. Together they imagine exciting adventures as pirates, heroes, spies, astronauts, cowboys and explorers as they transform their mundane surrounding into the sites of fantastic adventures.

CONCLUSION

In this day and age when television seems increasingly oriented towards adult entertainment or excuses to sell products, it's good to know that there are still quality television programs available for your children to watch. If you stick to the shows in this article, you can rest assured that your family will have access to some of the best TV cartoons for kids.

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