We like a lot of the Animal Planet shows, not just the ones for kids.

DS6 is not usually that into animals, but he went through a short phase this year when he adored "Meerkat Manor." I had mixed feelings about it, since it's heavy on the soap opera and light on educational content, but I figured it could be worse. At least it captures the struggle for survival and all the social jostling that goes into that.

Thankfully, though, he got over it quickly...


Kriston