Yes, they are generally suitable for kids. While they are scary stories, Nickelodeon is a brand that keeps in mind its young audience. The scares are not overly intense or gory like in some adult horror content.
One popular Nickelodeon science fiction show is 'Avatar: The Last Airbender'. It has a richly developed world with different nations based on the elements. Another is 'The Legend of Korra', which is a sequel to 'Avatar' and continues the story in a more modern - ish world. And 'Invader Zim' is also quite well - known. It's about an alien named Zim who tries to conquer Earth in his own bumbling way.
On Nickelodeon, kids can enjoy cartoons such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, which has action and humor, and Rugrats, with its charming characters and relatable stories.
There was 'Rugrats: All Grown Up' which sometimes featured robot elements. It was a spin-off of the classic 'Rugrats' and had its own charm. Also, 'Invader Zim' had some robotic themes and was quite popular among viewers.
Nickelodeon offers several animal cartoon shows. For instance, Dora the Explorer has Boots the monkey as a companion. Another one is Blue's Clues, where Blue the dog is the main focus. These shows are loved by kids for their fun and engaging animal characters.
The main advantage of these shows is that they turn learning into an entertaining experience. They can improve kids' memory retention, teach valuable life skills, and expose them to different cultures and ideas.
Many shows about ghost stories are not really suitable for young kids. For example, 'Ghost Adventures' can be quite scary with its investigations in dark and supposedly haunted places. But there are some milder ones. 'Casper the Friendly Ghost' - related shows are okay for younger children as they present ghosts in a more friendly and less scary way. But in general, parents need to be cautious and check the content before letting their kids watch shows about ghost stories.
I'd recommend 'Maya the Bee'. The characters use Spanish often, and it has colorful animations that keep kids engaged while they pick up the language. Also, 'Go Diego Go!' is another good choice. It has educational elements related to Spanish and nature exploration.
For kids' matinee, you can expect to see popular cartoon shows like 'The Simpsons' (in its kid-friendly episodes), 'My Little Pony', and 'Adventure Time'. The selection aims to provide a mix of fun, adventure, and educational content for children.