Nick Jr.

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Nick Jr. is an American pay television channel that is run by Paramount Global through its Media Networks division's Nickelodeon Networks unit. The channel, which launched on September 28, 2009, primarily targets preschoolers aged 2 to 6 years old. It broadcasts a mix of original programming, acquired shows, and reruns of older Nickelodeon series.

History

Nick Jr. originally began as a programming block on Nickelodeon on January 4, 1988. The block was created to provide educational and entertaining content for preschoolers. On September 28, 2009, Nick Jr. was launched as a standalone channel, replacing the Noggin network.

Programming

Nick Jr. features a variety of programming aimed at preschool-aged children. Some of the notable shows include:

The channel also airs reruns of older Nickelodeon shows that are suitable for younger audiences.

Blocks and Special Programming

Nick Jr. has several programming blocks and special segments designed to engage young viewers:

  • Nick Jr. Block Party: A block featuring a mix of popular Nick Jr. shows.
  • Nick Jr. Nighttime: A block that airs during the evening hours, featuring calm and soothing content to help children wind down before bedtime.

International Versions

Nick Jr. has several international versions, each tailored to the specific region's audience. Some of these include:

  • Nick Jr. UK & Ireland: Launched on September 1, 1999.
  • Nick Jr. Australia: Launched on March 1, 2004.
  • Nick Jr. Asia: Available in various Asian countries.

Related Channels

Nick Jr. is part of the larger Nickelodeon family of channels, which includes:

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