Cartoons and Their Effect on Children
Cartoons : A double edged sword
Ever since its invention, television has found its way into every child’s bedroom. It is simple yet powerful and has become an essential part of every household, entertaining children of all ages with the various animated programs it offers. However, the amount of time a child spends fixed in front of a television screen is incredible. In fact, children under the age of 11 spend more than 28 hours a week fixed in front of their television screens (Boyse).It is important to consider the quality of television shows because no one can deny the fact that children have become addicted to them. Children are subject to a plethora of cartoons that range from entertaining to educational. These programs invite children on a journey to understand the world around them. However, when considering the kinds of programs children are exposed to, one tends to overlook the negative impact some of these programs can have on their development. This research paper will show that cartoons may be the greatest impediment to a child’s development.
Cartoons manifest the tremendous ability to mold the bourgeoning personality of a child through the introduction of role models. Children can acquire good values and life lessons from such role models, provided that these role models set a positive example for the child. For example, in one of the cartoons called “ The powerpuff girls” the three heroines have to combine their efforts to protect their country. Such a cartoon clearly delivers a positive message to our youth by demonstrating the importance of teamwork, loyalty and love for one’s country. Furthermore, the cartoon is full of moral topics. For instance, in one episode, one of the heroines offers a golf club to the Professor that she “found”; however she has to deal with the aftermath of her actions after learning that taking something that does not belong to her is the same as stealing. Another example of a cartoon that represents good characters
Ever since its invention, television has found its way into every child’s bedroom. It is simple yet powerful and has become an essential part of every household, entertaining children of all ages with the various animated programs it offers. However, the amount of time a child spends fixed in front of a television screen is incredible. In fact, children under the age of 11 spend more than 28 hours a week fixed in front of their television screens (Boyse).It is important to consider the quality of television shows because no one can deny the fact that children have become addicted to them. Children are subject to a plethora of cartoons that range from entertaining to educational. These programs invite children on a journey to understand the world around them. However, when considering the kinds of programs children are exposed to, one tends to overlook the negative impact some of these programs can have on their development. This research paper will show that cartoons may be the greatest impediment to a child’s development.
Cartoons manifest the tremendous ability to mold the bourgeoning personality of a child through the introduction of role models. Children can acquire good values and life lessons from such role models, provided that these role models set a positive example for the child. For example, in one of the cartoons called “ The powerpuff girls” the three heroines have to combine their efforts to protect their country. Such a cartoon clearly delivers a positive message to our youth by demonstrating the importance of teamwork, loyalty and love for one’s country. Furthermore, the cartoon is full of moral topics. For instance, in one episode, one of the heroines offers a golf club to the Professor that she “found”; however she has to deal with the aftermath of her actions after learning that taking something that does not belong to her is the same as stealing. Another example of a cartoon that represents good characters