Kid Nation

Tonight was the first episode of "Kid Nation" on CBS. 40 kids from the ages of 8-15 are put into the abandoned town of Bonanza City, New Mexico for 40 days. They have to build their own society by electing leaders, passing laws, and establishing an economy.

William and I have been talking about this show since we saw the previews a few weeks ago, and couldn't wait to watch tonight. We have been discussing just how difficult it would be for a town of only kids and about some of the problems that could arise. It actually began really well with most kids working together. The one boy who was the nicest at the beginning is one of the older boys and seemed to enjoy causing some problems. But through it all they did get the old stove started and cook some food. They all have jobs within the town now and get paid from $1 to $.10 and seem to be getting things done.


Tonight one of the boys decided to go home. Jimmy, who is 8 years old opted to go home already. He missed his parents and I know I felt bad for him. The kids did rally around him and try to help him though. Can you imagine any 8 year old you know going out to try this...he did!


Our favorite guy is Michael. He is not in any leadership position (yet), but always seems to know just what to say to the whole group to settle them down and think about what is best for them all. I am looking forward to watching more to find out just how things will go.(They did pick 7 outhouses over a tv for their prize after a challenge...good choice, since there was only 1 for all 40 kids! YUCK!!)

When I see kids working hard at something...anything...I wonder, do we give them the credit and praise they deserve? Are we pushing our children into too many things? Are we teaching (and showing) them that God and His ways should come first and the rest should all be secondary? What are our children capable of? Would their "Kid Nation" be a Godly place???

Stay Tuned!!