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    Is 'Sponge Bob Square Pants' Bad for Little Kids?

    SpongeBob Square Pants is an animated sponge that lives under the sea. It's fast-paced, "fantastical" and hugely popular with kids, aged two to 11. What's the immediate impact on attention span, memory, problem solving and other skills associated with success in school?

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    By Warren Olney • May 12, 2014 • 1 min read

    SpongeBob Square Pants is an animated sponge that lives under the sea. It's fast-paced, "fantastical" and hugely popular with kids, aged two to 11. What's the immediate impact on attention span, memory, problem solving and other skills associated with success in school? Angeline Lillard is one of two psychologists at the University of Virginia who wanted to find out.

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      Warren Olney

      former KCRW broadcaster

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      Katie Cooper

      Producer, 'One year Later'

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Caitlin Shamberg

      KCRW

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      Angeline Lillard

      University of Virginia

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    3. 44:30Is 'Sponge Bob Square Pants' Bad for Little Kids?You’re reading this
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