Nick Jr.

Nick Jr. was a programming block on the Nickelodeon television channel, seen on Nickelodeon weekday mornings. It was aimed at a preschool-age audience ages 6 and under. On September 28, 2009, Nick Jr. became its own official channel, replacing Noggin. It is owned by MTV Networks, a division of Viacom International. Programming during this block were generally seen without commercial interruption, although advertisements did run between the programs. From April 1, 1979 until January 1, 1988, many shows that might be associated with a preschool audience were broadcast on Nickelodeon, but were not specifically distinguished in their own programming block. Most preschool programs were shown roughly between the hours of 7:00am and 3:00pm,...