Danial, Week 15: Cartoons and Memories

"When young children see characters that they can relate to, they are likely to reenact what they see in real life, especially through pretend play, which gives them more opportunities to practice those skills." - Karen Molano, Psy.D., a psychologist specializing in infants and early childhood.

Like many others, I grew up addicted to watching cartoons. From Fairly Odd Parents to Pokemon, the memories I had of watching these shows and talking about them with my friends were some of the most cherished parts of my childhood. Reflecting on these shows, I feel they had a huge part in shaping who I am today.

For instance the show Pokemon taught me companionship and determination. Watching the main character, Ash, face setbacks and recover from them to achieve his goals inspired me to stay focused in school and complete my work. Additionally, his bond with his partners taught me the importance of empathy and treating others how you want to be treated since Ash’s mentality of showing respect to his pokemon led him to victory in battle.


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Another show that taught me important lessons was Wild Kratts. Through Cris and Martin’s adventures in the wild, I learned about different animals and ecosystems, some of which I still remember today. The show was not only educational however, as the entertaining challenges the characters would face made me excited and eager to see what would happen next, creating an explosion of emotions within me. 

Overall, the friends I made through common interests, the hilarious moments that brought me to tears, and the action-packed showdowns from these cartoons are memories I will continue to cherish everyday.

Comments

  1. Via GonzalesApril 30, 2024 at 10:54 AM

    Hi Danial, I really enjoyed reading your blog. I like how you started off your blog with a quote from a certified psychologist, it really adds reliability to your writing. I agree with the quote, all the TV shows I've watched as a kid made me want to mimic their behavior and personality. By mentioning well-known shows like The Fairly Odd Parents and Pokemon, you hook the readers with something they are familiar with; popular TV shows that they may have watched as a kids. I like how you explained what each character represented and how they connected to the person you are today. Overall, I found your blog to be easy to read and understand, it taught me a very valuable lesson about the impact of cartoons.

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