Sunday, April 24

Suite Life on Deck

Spin-off of the hit Disney Channel series "The Suite Life of Zack & Cody," in which twin brothers Zack and Cody Martin and hotel heiress London Tipton enroll in a semester-at-sea program aboard a ship called the SS Tipton. A show kids and teens will enjoy. Currently in season two, no regular schedule, but you can see upcoming episodes by clicking on a link from the disney channel website.

Wizards of Waverly Place

Centers on a family in New York City that owns a restaurant where, behind the scenes, the kids can do real magic. A great show for any child who believes in magic. A classic story all families will love. Currently in the middle of the third season Wizards of Waverly place shows irregularly on weekdays, and once and a while will have a special.

What I like About You

When Holly's father is transferred to Japan, she is sent to live with Valerie, her big sister, in New York City, and turns Valerie's life upside-down. A story that will have you peeing your pants.

Shake it Up

Two Chicago teens attempt to realize their dream of becoming professional dancers by landing spots on a popular local show. A show that might be good for little kids, but for me it was a little obnoxious. I felt like it was just a boring show, that was trying to be funny.

Melissa and Joey

After a family scandal leaves Mel, a local politician, alone with her niece, Lennox, and nephew, Ryder, she hires a man named Joe to become the family's male nanny, or "manny". A modern day version of The Nanny, this show is quite hilarious. The second season premieres June 29 Wednesdays at 8/7c. Currently season one is not showing on TV but is available online at abcfamily.go.com/show/melissa-joey.

10 Things I Hate About You

Kat and Bianca Straford may be sisters but all comparisons end there. Kat is an outspoken, independent feminist. Bianca is a social butterfly who wants nothing more to be popular. The Stratford sisters experience the highs and lows of high schools, deal with their overprotective father and find love. In Bianca's case this is her friend Cameron who has a huge crush on her, while Kat finds herself in an interesting relationship with school bad boy Patrick Verona. A classic story that will make you feel like your in high school again. Currently inbetween season one and two, but abcfamily.go.com/shows/10-things-i-hate-about-you has all episodes of laughs. So anytime you're bored and home alone, watch them.

Saturday, April 23

That '70s Show

A comedy revolving around a group of teenage friends, their mishaps, and their coming of age, set in 1970s Wisconsin. A hilarious show that makes you pee your pants. Although this show is old, it doesn't mean it's bad, it's seriously the funniest show ever. Plays weeknights 3/2c, on ABC family. A must see, or tape, show.

Gigantic

A dramedy that takes a fictional look at the glitzy, chaotic and often hilarious life of being a Hollywood "it" kid. Set in the world of the Hollywood elite packed with A-list parties and privilege, it tells a coming-of-age story infused with pop culture fame. It's not easy being teenagers growing up in the shadow of their parents' superstar status, and "Gigantic" skewers the celebrity machine while exposing the humanity and comedy beneath the glamour of Tinseltown. With an insider look behind the tabloids and gossip blogs, it features an ensemble cast that includes: 17-year-old Anna and her younger brother Walt, both kids of a famous movie star couple; their best friends Piper and Finn frenemy Vanessa and Anna's boy crush with a big secret Joey. A show that I recently just watched for the first time, and after watching one episode, I was hooked. Plays on Teen Nick, Season 2 has recently ended, but the show is sometimes showing on Friday nights 8/7c, and all shows are available at teennick.com/shows/gigantic.

Make it or Break it

A group of teen Olympic hopefuls as they train and prepare for their day in the spotlight. A show you will laugh, cry, and route for all day long. This show has much diversity, between girls who are anorexic to just plain criminals, Make it or Break it has it all. Shows Mondays 9/8c on ABC family.

Secret Life of the American Teenager

The teens at Grant High are living life in the fast lane. Between their love triangles, secrets, drama, accusations, gossip, confusion, and scandalous rumors, there's never a dull moment. The he-said, she-said gets intense! Their parents' lives are just as complicated. From paternity questions to happy reunions and unexpected romances (past and present), there's always something going on. You can't stop watching, because you've just gotta know what'll happen next. A teenage drama, that will make you want more. Currently proceeding in season 3, it shows Mondays at 8/7c, on ABC family.

Glee

A high-school Spanish teacher becomes the director of the school's Glee club, hoping to restore it to its former glory. A classic high school musical, from stuck up teens to ones that are gay, Glee has it all. Currently finishing it's second season Glee is on Fox on Tuesdays 8/7c.

Pretty Little Liars

Four friends band together against an anonymous foe who threatens to reveal their darkest secrets. A great mystery, that is based on the book series Pretty Little Liars, written by Sara Shepard. A show that will keep you watching. On ABC family, third season starts June 14 Tuesdays at 8/7c.