New episode of kids cartoon ‘We Baby Bears’ introduces ‘they/them’ pronouns.

Cartoon Network’s “We Baby Bears” Introduces Non-Binary Characters in LGBTQ Inclusive Episode

Get ready for an exciting new episode of Cartoon Network’s “We Baby Bears” that introduces non-binary characters who go by “they/them” pronouns. The episode, titled “Polly’s New Crew,” will air during Pride Month and is aimed at kids aged 6 and up. According to GLAAD, the episode is LGBTQ inclusive and features some friends who arrive to help reunite with their old pal Polly the Pirate Captain, who is under the effect of a pirate curse and needs their help.

During the episode, viewers will meet Box, a new addition to the crew who uses they/them pronouns and makes an exceptionally good quiche. Polly the captain also reveals that they use they/them pronouns as well. The show’s team values representation and aims to cast LGBTQ talent like Alok Vaid-Menon, Harvey Guillén, and Dominique Jackson.

Backlash on Social Media

News of the episode drew a backlash on social media for introducing kids to this language. Some Twitter users accused the show of pushing gender ideology on children, while others claimed that Cartoon Network is after their kids.

New episode of @cartoonnetwork‘s kid’s show “We Baby Bears” introduces non-binary characters who go by they/them pronouns.

They’re after your kids. pic.twitter.com/DMimiXslLX

— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) June 13, 2023

Despite the backlash, this is not the first time the children’s cartoon has included an episode dealing with LGBTQ language. Last month, it released an episode featuring trans-identifying male activist Dominique Jackson.

The gender ideology push and targeting of kids seems to be coming from everywhere these days, including companies families used to feel they could trust their kids to watch like Nickelodeon. In 2021, the network released a YouTube video on its “Blue’s Clues & You” channel titled “The Blue’s Clues Pride Parade Sing-Along Ft. Nina West,” which featured transgender characters like cartoon beavers with mastectomy scars.

It’s important to note that representation matters, and it’s crucial for kids to see themselves and their experiences reflected in the media they consume. Let’s celebrate diversity and inclusivity in all forms!