As a parent of a preschooler I’m always on the hunt for new and interesting educational programming. While we certainly have our staples, there’s always room for something different, particularly if it inspires my daughter to read.

If you’re wondering what programming I’m talking about then you obviously have yet to catch Wilbur, a new show created by three moms (yes, MOMS!) that you and yours can check out daily on Discovery Kids Channel (8am PST/11am EST) and The Learning Channel (6:30am C/MST & 7:30am EST).

Our bloggers have been checking out the cute little cow and his cast of barnyard friends and this is what they have to say so far about the program.

The bloggers were happy that the show “aims to instill in kids a lifelong love of books, and plants the seed in very young children that reading is pleasurable” and not sell toys! I like Wilbur because it isn’t one of those cartoons that purports to educate children, but is really an excuse to merchandise plastic toys doused in lead paint. There is no screaming, no repetitive, annoying sounds, and no shouting.”

Bloggers noted how the show really does teach kids about how to read a book — something that might seem odd for a show to do, but really makes sense. “This show teaches children fundamentals that will help them for the rest of their life. I thoroughly enjoyed this show just about as much as my son did.” “Even if your child can’t read, the show encourages a love of books and teaches kids that they can look at the pictures and still tell the story in their own words.”

But is the show entertaining? According to our bloggers, it is! “The good thing is, I DID like the show. The puppets were adorable and the story lines were equally cute. ” Added another mom “Spliggle (age 3) is the perfect target and was captivated. He asked to see the show again and again and again.” “Did Cordy like it? Oh yeah. This is targeted right to her age, and after each episode she’d ask for “Weebur?” again. Will we watch it again? Of course.”

Need more convincing? Check out these reviews! And how about a challenge? Turn on this show for your kids this week and let us know what you think. Leave us a comment and share your thoughts.

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