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Description: Arthur Read, the spectacular bespectacled aardvark stars in this children's series about growing up. Typical childhood problems such as bratty siblings, schoolyard bullies and classroom cliques are addressed by this popular program. Arthur's eleventh season has come to a close. However, watch for repeats again soon on your local PBS station. And keep watching for more details on upcoming episodes of the program.Developed from Marc Brown's beloved books, Arthur reminds us all of how it feels to be 8 years old. Just like your average kid, Arthur overcomes the dreaded obstacles of third-grade life, such as his tough teacher Mr. Ratburn, bullies, and mountains of homework. At home, Arthur must face the pint- terror also known as his sister Dora Winifred, or D.W. for short. Everything between these two is a struggle; who gets control of the television remote, who can play their Crazy Bus CD, whose hobbies are dumber, that's a baby show...Will Arthur ever win one of these pointless arguments? Probably never, because not only is D.W. fiercely independent, she's also very smart. But despite it all, Arthur and D.W. are still brother and sister, and when they're not arguing, they can accomplish great things together.Keeping Arthur sane are his helpful friends --- an assortment of colorful animal cohorts who always provide sound advice and a few laughs too. They are: Francine Frensky (a tomboy who would rather play sports than go to the mall), Buster Baxter (an enthusiastic gourmand), Alan "The Brain" Powers (a bona-fide 3rd grade genius, who even writes computer programs in his spare time), Muffy Crosswire (the rich girl with a real heart of gold), and Sue Ellen Armstrong (a traveler of the world and geography expert). Arthur can also sometimes be seen with Fern Walters (a soft-spoken musician with semi-hidden goth interests), Binky Barnes (acts like a bully, but enjoys pastimes such as ballet and clarinet), George Nordgren / Lundgren (a somewhat shy moose who be truly entertaining when he tries), Prunella (who was supposed psychic powers and is actually in the fourth grade) and Jenna Morgan (a rarely seen cat-girl.) And of course, who could forget Pal, Arthur's lovable, loyal pet pooch?Arthur airs on PBS every weekday and on some stations on weekends --- check local listings for time. Or, go to the PBSKids' Arthur schedule to find out which episode is airing in a city near you.A large number of Arthur stories have been released on DVD and video. Many episodes are also available in book form. There are also a wealth of Arthur-related promotions and products, so keep an eye on the news and check online merchants such as eBay and Amazon, and your local stores. Theme Song Every day when you're walkin' down the street, Everybody that you meet, Has an original point of view... - Chorus: And I say "Hey!" (Hey!) What a wonderful kind of day! (Day!) If we can learn to work and play,(Play!) And get along with each other... - You've got to listen to your heart, Listen to the beat, Listen to the rhythm, the rhythm on the street, Open up your eyes, Open up your ears, Get together and make things better, By working together It's a simple message, and it comes from the heart, Believe in (believe in yourself...) 'Cuz that's the Place to START! - And I say "Hey!" (Hey!) What a wonderful kind of day! (Day!) If we can learn to work and play (PLAY!), And get along with each other Hey! What a wonderful kind of day Hey! What a wonderful kind of day... Hey!

Overview

Production Company:
  • 9 Story Media Group
  • Cookie Jar Entertainment
  • Oasis Animation
  • Spin Master Entertainment
  • WGBH-TV Boston
Initial Release Date: Oct 7, 1996
Number of seasons: 25 Seasons
Rating: TV-Y7
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