Fame and fortune: the new focus of TV for kids

Published: Thursday, April 12 2012 9:21 p.m. MDT

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Uhls also emphasizes discussing hard work with children, and watching their television alongside them. Not all television shows are created equal when it comes to presenting fame, she said. "If you're going to watch a reality show, try and watch one that reflects the work. The ones that show you behind-the-scenes hard work can teach kids."

Uhls also hopes parents will help to foster the 'community feeling' that has been largely lost in the television world. "I think being part of a group sort of teaches you it's not just about one person," she said.

"My daughter is on a volleyball team, and my son plays basketball." Both have learned not to hog the ball. "If there's one person trying to be a star, the team won't work."

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John Charity Spring

Back Home in Davis County, UT

This article is absolutely correct. Modern television is creating an entire generation of mean, selfish, fame hunting youngsters.

Television teaches youth that their desires are the only thing that matters, and they should demand to be More..

8:08 a.m. April 13, 2012
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millercarlita

RIVERTON, UT

Instead of forcing them to NOT watch Disney Channel, why not just teach them why they shouldn't aspire to be like those characters? The shows are fun to watch - just like any other tv show or movie or book in the realm of fantasy. Keeping your More..

9:02 a.m. April 13, 2012
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Mr. Whim

Salt Lake City, Utah

Whatever happened to fighting evil, saving lives, and actively avoiding recognition for it?

10:38 a.m. April 13, 2012
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