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Is 'Glee' appropriate viewing for kids?

In only two seasons, the Fox’s musical sitcom “Glee” has become a bona fide sensation, stacked up a pile of awards and spawned a series of soundtrack albums. Simultaneously retro and contemporary, the show appeals to fans of “Grease” and “High School Musical” alike by being a family program that has something for kids and adults. But is it appropriate for all viewers?In another insta
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In only two seasons, the Fox’s musical sitcom “Glee” has become a bona fide sensation, stacked up a pile of awards and spawned a series of soundtrack albums. Simultaneously retro and contemporary, the show appeals to fans of “Grease” and “High School Musical” alike by being a family program that has something for kids and adults. But is it appropriate for all viewers?

In another installment in a series of segments that ask parents when they think certain activities are permissible for their kids, Matt Lauer sat down with Jess Cagle of Entertainment Weekly, Cat Schwartz of HiTechMommy.com and psychologist Jeff Gardere to discuss at what ages it’s appropriate for young children to watch shows like “Glee” and a few others.

Parents, how closely do you monitor the programs your children are watching? What parameters have you set? Do you watch with them? Watch the video and share your thoughts in the comment section.