7 Popular Animated Cartoons for Kids

Particularly in this day and age, with a plethora of streaming services at your disposal, each one offering an ocean of content that can be appealing to you or anyone in your family, it is safe to say that there is no shortage of content to consume. This can be exceptionally good news to your child, who is now faced with nearly unlimited cartoons and animated shows to keep them entertained. On that note, let us look back at some of the best, and most iconic among them, that are sure to give your child a memorable time.

Here are seven of the best-animated children's cartoons:

1. Tom and Jerry

There is nothing like the classics. This truly iconic show by MGM has a simple premise – it is quite literally a cat and mouse show. And with that simple premise, it has won the hearts of millions around the world, since it was first conceived in the 1950s. With its beautifully fluid animation and hilariously timed slapstick comedy, all with little to no dialogue, Tom and Jerry has without a doubt, paved the way for countless other shows to enter the mainstream media. It is a truly iconic, timeless, gem, and it is an amazing experience every child ought to partake in. 

2. Spongebob Squarepants

“Whooooooo lives in a pineapple under the sea?” is a phrase bound to fill just about anyone who grew up around the 90s and early 2000s. Spongebob Squarepants is a beautifully iconic cartoon by Nickelodeon, featuring the numerous comedic adventures of the titular character, Spongebob, and the numerous inhabitants of his underwater town of Bikini Bottom. Providing no shortage of delicious slapstick comedy, a roster of memorable characters with colorful personalities as well as its fair share of emotional moments, Spongebob is a show that has proven to stand the test of time.

3. Courage The Cowardly Dog

Yet another show that solidifies its status among the pantheon of the most iconic cartoons, this show does not hold back. Dealing with the daily, quite fearsome escapades of the adorable, ironically named dog, this cartoon can be exciting, terrifying, surprising, and hilarious, all at the same time. With events seldom playing out as one expects, this cartoon offers no end to its creativity, in both storytellings as well as art styles. It is sure to be a tremendously exciting experience for your child, and perhaps… even you.

4. Phineas And Ferb

One of the more recent shows on this list, this cartoon revolves around the brothers Phineas and Ferb, and the most exceptionally inventive and exciting endeavors they partake in during the course of the summer. In addition to this, there are consistent stories on the side, involving their sister's frequent, hilariously unsuccessful attempts to "bust" them, the thrilling adventures of Perry the Platypus and his arch nemesis, Dr. Heinz Doofenshmirtz as well as a beautiful list of iconic songs for each episode. Suffice it to say, this was a show that wasted no time in capturing everyone's hearts.

5. Ben 10

A truly magnificent show, and a spectacular gateway for your child into the science fiction genre, Ben 10 revolves around the titular Ben Tennyson, who happens upon an alien watch that grants him the ability to temporarily transform into a number of alien species. With amazing story arcs, colorful characters, comedic elements, and a grand wider narrative, this is truly a timeless show for the ages.

6. Star Wars The Clone Wars

Based on George Lucas’ iconic Star Wars IP, this show narrates the events that occurred between the second and third episodes of films in the franchise. Catering to newcomers and series veterans alike, the show offers a compelling narrative with some of the most iconic characters ever written. It is, without a doubt, one of the most unforgettable journeys one can ever experience. In addition to this, with its bountiful offering of spectacular space battles and intense action, this show has certainly earned its place among the legends of science fiction.

7. Avatar: The Last Airbender

Yet another iconic entry by Nickelodeon, this is a truly magical show, of epic scale, intense action, captivating storytelling, and memorable characters, all with a delicious topping of comedic chops. Surrounding the legend of the Avatar, a powerful warrior and a master of the four elements, and their role in bringing peace to a land torn by war, the journey it all entails, and the friendships born from it, this is a show of truly epic proportions that one can never forget. 

Wrapping Up

These are but a few humble suggestions. With the endless list of cartoons to choose from, being offered on a number of different streaming platforms, there is no shortage of entertainment available at your child’s disposal. As such, it is safe to assume that whatever your child’s tastes may be, they will be accounted for.