A new study suggests that watching just nine minutes of "SpongeBob SquarePants" can cause short-term attention and learning problems in 4-year-olds. A Nickelodeon spokesman disputed the findings and said the show is aimed at children ages 6 to 11. (Nickelodeon via Associated Press)
The Black Eyed Peas accepts the award for "Favorite Music Group" at Nickelodeon's 24th Annual Kids' Choice Awards on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Matt Sayles)
Miley Cyrus, left, and Randy Jackson arrive at Nickelodeon's 24th Annual Kids' Choice Awards on Saturday, April 2, 2011, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Vince Bucci)
Kazakhstan's education ministry says the Nickelodeon animated series "SpongeBob SquarePants" has a corrupting influence on children. (AP Photo/Nickelodeon)