Reality TV shows

Kid Nation is a new reality show since April 2007 on CBS channel. The show is about a challenge for forty children in the age of 8 to 15 to set up their own society in Bonanza City, New Mexico. They need to create their own society in that deserted town without any adults help. A child psychiatrist was also prepared, but the interaction between the adults and children should as minimal as possible. They made money based on their place in Bonanza, which was earned by completing tasks. For example, first place finisher were deemed upper class and awarded $1.00. Second place received $0.50 and third place received $0.25. Those that finished in last place earned $0.10. The children were paid $5,000 each for involvement in the show. At the end of each episode, one child would receive the "Gold Star" award worth of $20,000. The "Gold Star" winner was determined by the appointed council.
Since the production began, it almost drew controversial comments and critics. People thought it is only the latest TV program to use children as fodder for fun and profit. Kids participated in the show reported that it was rough without electricity or running water. Also, it was a challenge to cook, clean, and run businesses for themselves. While the others said they worked harder than ever and would happily do it again.