Timothy Goes to School
Encyclopedia
Timothy Goes to School is a cartoon series
based on the books by Rosemary Wells
.
It features a young raccoon
, Timothy, who attends a fictional primary school
kindergarten
. The series
aired
on PBS Kids
as part of the PBS Kids Bookworm Bunch
from 2000
until 2004
. It was later broadcast on Discovery Kids
until 2006. This show airs on YTV in Canada, TVOntario
and also Tiny Pop
, a digital TV channel in the UK. In Brazil was aired on TV Cultura
(2003–2007). In Mexico and Latin America, was broadcast on ZAZ, a Mexican cable TV channel. (In Latin America, episode #22 wasn't aired, but it did air in Brazil).
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Episode 25
Episode 26
Cartoon series
A cartoon series is a set of regularly presented animated television programs with a common series title, usually related to one another. These episodes typically share the same characters and a basic theme...
based on the books by Rosemary Wells
Rosemary Wells
Rosemary Wells is the author of a number of popular children's books, most notably the Max and Ruby series which follows the everyday adventures of sibling bunnies—curious three year old Max and bossy seven year old Ruby. She gets the inspiration for Max and Ruby from her three daughters and the...
.
It features a young raccoon
Raccoon
Procyon is a genus of nocturnal mammals, comprising three species commonly known as raccoons, in the family Procyonidae. The most familiar species, the common raccoon , is often known simply as "the" raccoon, as the two other raccoon species in the genus are native only to the tropics and are...
, Timothy, who attends a fictional primary school
Primary education
A primary school is an institution in which children receive the first stage of compulsory education known as primary or elementary education. Primary school is the preferred term in the United Kingdom and many Commonwealth Nations, and in most publications of the United Nations Educational,...
kindergarten
Kindergarten
A kindergarten is a preschool educational institution for children. The term was created by Friedrich Fröbel for the play and activity institute that he created in 1837 in Bad Blankenburg as a social experience for children for their transition from home to school...
. The series
Television program
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aired
Broadcasting
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on PBS Kids
PBS Kids
PBS Kids is the brand for children's programming aired by the Public Broadcasting Service in the United States founded in 1993. As with all PBS programming, PBS Kids programming is non-commercial. It is aimed at children ages 2 to 10...
as part of the PBS Kids Bookworm Bunch
PBS Kids Bookworm Bunch
PBS Kids Bookworm Bunch was a three-hour block of shows on PBS, produced by Canada's Nelvana animation studio.The block was typically shown on Saturday or Sunday mornings, depending on local station preference and scheduling. The various shows in Bookworm Bunch are based on then-popular children's...
from 2000
2000 in television
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until 2004
2004 in television
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. It was later broadcast on Discovery Kids
Discovery Kids
Discovery Kids is an American website owned by Discovery Communications, Inc. created for children. Until October 10, 2010, it was an American digital cable specialty channel, owned by Discovery Communications with television programming for education of children. It was launched in October 1996...
until 2006. This show airs on YTV in Canada, TVOntario
TVOntario
TVOntario, often referred to only as TVO , is a publicly funded, educational English-language television station and media organization in the Canadian province of Ontario. It is operated by the Ontario Educational Communications Authority, a Crown corporation owned by the Government of Ontario...
and also Tiny Pop
Tiny Pop
Tiny Pop is a free-to-air television channel in the UK. It is owned by CSC Media Group, and launched on 24 July 2004, and broadcasts cartoons and pop music videos for pre-schoolers.Its sister channel is Pop which was launched on 29 May 2003...
, a digital TV channel in the UK. In Brazil was aired on TV Cultura
TV Cultura
TV Cultura is Brazilian television network headquartered in São Paulo and a part of Fundação Padre Anchieta. It focuses on cultural subjects but also has sports as entertainment options.- History :...
(2003–2007). In Mexico and Latin America, was broadcast on ZAZ, a Mexican cable TV channel. (In Latin America, episode #22 wasn't aired, but it did air in Brazil).
Children
- Timothy (voiced by Austin Di Lulio) is a raccoonRaccoonProcyon is a genus of nocturnal mammals, comprising three species commonly known as raccoons, in the family Procyonidae. The most familiar species, the common raccoon , is often known simply as "the" raccoon, as the two other raccoon species in the genus are native only to the tropics and are...
and the main character of the show. He is a well-meaning young boy and the most warm hearted child in the school, generally trying to be a friend to everyone. He is a little impulsive however, as seen in "Red Thunder," when he unsuccessfully tries to copy Doris's brothers on a bicycle ramp. He wears a blue and white striped shirt.
- Yoko (voiced by Lisa Yamanaka) is a catCatThe cat , also known as the domestic cat or housecat to distinguish it from other felids and felines, is a small, usually furry, domesticated, carnivorous mammal that is valued by humans for its companionship and for its ability to hunt vermin and household pests...
from JapanJapanJapan is an island nation in East Asia. Located in the Pacific Ocean, it lies to the east of the Sea of Japan, China, North Korea, South Korea and Russia, stretching from the Sea of Okhotsk in the north to the East China Sea and Taiwan in the south...
. She is a typical sweet young girl, good at the violinViolinThe violin is a string instrument, usually with four strings tuned in perfect fifths. It is the smallest, highest-pitched member of the violin family of string instruments, which includes the viola and cello....
and seeing the best in people. Yoko enjoys many Japanese things such as sushiSushiis a Japanese food consisting of cooked vinegared rice combined with other ingredients . Neta and forms of sushi presentation vary, but the ingredient which all sushi have in common is shari...
and origamiOrigamiis the traditional Japanese art of paper folding, which started in the 17th century AD at the latest and was popularized outside Japan in the mid-1900s. It has since then evolved into a modern art form...
which has occasionally caused problems for her and her classmates. She is Timothy's best friend, and they are often seen together. She wears a yellow dress with a red shirt over it.
- Nora (voiced by Alyson CourtAlyson CourtAlyson Stephanie Court is a Canadian actress who first appeared in the 1985 children's film Sesame Street Presents Follow That Bird, and played summer camper Dawn in the animated film Care Bears Movie II: A New Generation the following year...
) is a mouseMouseA mouse is a small mammal belonging to the order of rodents. The best known mouse species is the common house mouse . It is also a popular pet. In some places, certain kinds of field mice are also common. This rodent is eaten by large birds such as hawks and eagles...
who is somewhat bossy and sulky sometimes. She is known for making a lot of noise which has earned her the nickname Noisy NoraNoisy Norao brien!Noisy Nora is a children's book written by Rosemary Wells. This mouse later appeared in the Timothy Goes to School series.-Background and publication:...
. She owns an iguanaIguanaIguana is a herbivorous genus of lizard native to tropical areas of Central America and the Caribbean. The genus was first described in 1768 by Austrian naturalist Josephus Nicolaus Laurenti in his book Specimen Medicum, Exhibens Synopsin Reptilium Emendatam cum Experimentis circa Venena...
called Norman who lives in the school. She has an eight-year old sister named Kate who hasn't appeared in the show other than as a picture Nora drew of her, and an extremely messy baby brother named Jack who occasionally appears. She wears a purple dress.
- Charles (voiced by Max MorrowMax MorrowMax Morrow is a Canadian actor. He is best known for his roles in Monk as Benjy Fleming, The Christmas Shoes, and The Great Goose Caper.-Movies:-Television:-External links:...
) is a mouseMouseA mouse is a small mammal belonging to the order of rodents. The best known mouse species is the common house mouse . It is also a popular pet. In some places, certain kinds of field mice are also common. This rodent is eaten by large birds such as hawks and eagles...
who is shy and likes to play by himself at recess but is often found around Timothy, Lilly or Yoko, as they tend to be the quieter members of the class. He engages in very creative and imaginative play, as he built a make-believe rocket ship to the stars which included asteroids, stars, and even a black holeBlack holeA black hole is a region of spacetime from which nothing, not even light, can escape. The theory of general relativity predicts that a sufficiently compact mass will deform spacetime to form a black hole. Around a black hole there is a mathematically defined surface called an event horizon that...
made from a tire. As he is the smallest member of the class, he tends to not be good at sports, but he isn't bothered by this. He wears a red shirt and blue suspenders.
- Lilly (voiced by Mag RuffmanMag RuffmanMag Ruffman is a Canadian comedian, actress and television host.She has played roles in films such as Anne of Green Gables and Anne of Avonlea and TV series Road to Avonlea....
) is a foxFoxFox is a common name for many species of omnivorous mammals belonging to the Canidae family. Foxes are small to medium-sized canids , characterized by possessing a long narrow snout, and a bushy tail .Members of about 37 species are referred to as foxes, of which only 12 species actually belong to...
who is forgetful, and to remedy this she often ties a string around a finger. Lilly has a pet fish named Treasure. Though she is generally extremely absent-minded, she proves her worth in "Lifesaver Lilly" when she rescues a goldfishGoldfishThe goldfish is a freshwater fish in the family Cyprinidae of order Cypriniformes. It was one of the earliest fish to be domesticated, and is one of the most commonly kept aquarium fish....
her class is looking after to save it from freezing to death. Her forgetfulness can often be a source of annoyance to the other characters, but they quickly forgive her. She wears a blue dress with an orange shirt over it and a pair of red tennis shoes.
- Frank & Frank (voiced by Darren FrostDarren FrostDarren Frost is a Canadian actor and stand-up comedian. He frequently performs at Yuk-Yuks comedy clubs, and he competed in the 2007 Seattle International Comedy Competition....
and Rob StefaniukRob StefaniukRob Stefaniuk is a Canadian comedian, actor and writer who has worked in numerous television shows and films as both guest actor and series regular...
) are Boston TerrierBoston TerrierThe Boston Terrier is a breed of dog originating in the United States of America. This "American Gentleman" was accepted in 1893 by the American Kennel Club as a non-sporting breed. Color and markings are important when distinguishing this breed to the AKC standard. They should be either black,...
twin brothers who love sports and often speak in unison. The brothers speak in stilted, dull voices which suggest they are not too bright. They are known for play fighting, telling jokes and their catchphrases such as "Me before you"-- "Me first"-- "No! ME before you, ME first!" "Okay, we'll BOTH go first" before both squeezing through a door and their signature jolly laughter. They hate to be separated as in the episode "Frankless Frank" although they did try something new when they each played with someone different at recess one time (Frank #1 with Fritz and Frank #2 with Timothy) and enjoyed the experience ("New Found Franks") and sometimes their jokes backfire leading to serious consequences ("Full of Beans"). Their favorite food is franks and beans. Frank #1 is black and wears a blue jersey, Frank #2 is orange and wears a green jersey.
- Doris (voiced by Tracy RyanTracy RyanTracy Ryan is an Australian poet and novelist. She has also worked as an editor, publisher, translator, and academic.-Life:Tracy Ryan was born in Western Australia, where she grew up as part of a large family...
) is a beaverBeaverThe beaver is a primarily nocturnal, large, semi-aquatic rodent. Castor includes two extant species, North American Beaver and Eurasian Beaver . Beavers are known for building dams, canals, and lodges . They are the second-largest rodent in the world...
who is a boisterous tomboyTomboyA tomboy is a girl who exhibits characteristics or behaviors considered typical of the gender role of a boy, including the wearing of typically masculine-oriented clothes and engaging in games and activities that are often physical in nature, and which are considered in many cultures to be the...
. She is a talented soccer player who seems to have a fear of insects ("Full of Beans"). Doris has three older brothers: Horace, Morris and Boris. Doris is clearly the tallest student in her class, though at home, she is teased by her brothers as she is much smaller than they are. Doris appears to be the most avant-garde artist in class, as she believes her painted art doesn't need to look like anything, as long as it makes her happy. Charles is the only other student to share this view, as during a trip to the art museum, the two of them choose to spend time in the modern art part of a museum while the rest of the class choose to return to the classical area. Most of the other characters are impressed by her size and strength. She wears a pink dress with a darker pink bow in her hair.
- Fritz (voiced by Laurie ElliottLaurie ElliottLaurie Elliott is a Canadian stand-up comedian. She has appeared in The Red Green Show, and won a Canadian Comedy Award as Best Female Stand-up...
) is a skunkSkunkSkunks are mammals best known for their ability to secrete a liquid with a strong, foul odor. General appearance varies from species to species, from black-and-white to brown or cream colored. Skunks belong to the family Mephitidae and to the order Carnivora...
who is very fond of scienceScienceScience is a systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe...
and insects. He leaves for another school in "Fritz On the Move" and returns soon after ("Many Happy Returns"). Fritz is also the most clever in the class, and occasionally knows more than the teacher about a particular subject. He once caused a bit of a stir in class, especially to Grace, when he collected leftovers and worms to create a birdfeeder for Mrs. Jenkins after she sprained her arm. Fritz reacts poorly to failure, as when his baking-soda rocket zooms around the room uncontrolled he at first gives up trying, and Timothy has to prod him into making another attempt. While Fritz doesn't like to lose things, he seems to be patient towards Lilly as seen in the talent show when she kept losing the flowers and found them in time for the show. He also has a tendency towards messiness. He originally wore a yellow shirt with a green necktie, but, upon returning in "Many Happy Returns", he wears a green multipocketed vest over a yellow undershirt.
- Juanita is a Mexican cat. Upon joining the school, she is very nervous and anxious, but eventually she overcomes her nerves and tells her Mom to go, though she still tells her Mom whenever she might need her. A new pupil to the school, she sees the best in people like Yoko. She only appears in the two parts comprising episode 26, "Mama, Don't Go" and "Making New Friends."
- Claude (voiced by Joanne VannicolaJoanne VannicolaJoanne Vannicola is a Canadian actress, born in Montreal, Quebec. She is most notable for her role as Dr. Mia Stone in PSI Factor and as the voice of Willy Zilla in Gene Simmons' animated television show My Dad the Rock Star....
) is a raccoonRaccoonProcyon is a genus of nocturnal mammals, comprising three species commonly known as raccoons, in the family Procyonidae. The most familiar species, the common raccoon , is often known simply as "the" raccoon, as the two other raccoon species in the genus are native only to the tropics and are...
who tries to be the best in the school though he comes off arrogant in some cases. Because of this, there is some rivalry between him and Timothy. However, they appear to become good friends after Timothy secretly teaches Claude to swim. After Claude shows off his new skills at the pool and the rest of the class is impressed, Claude makes sure to mention that his teacher was "the best" and he gives Timothy his towel to dry off. He wears a dark green polo shirt and is most often seen with Grace, who is much like him.
- Grace (voiced by Linda KashLinda KashLinda Kash is a Canadian actress.An alumna of Second City, she played Trudy Weissman in the 1998 Jean Smart sit-com, Style & Substance...
) is an upper-class catCatThe cat , also known as the domestic cat or housecat to distinguish it from other felids and felines, is a small, usually furry, domesticated, carnivorous mammal that is valued by humans for its companionship and for its ability to hunt vermin and household pests...
who likes things her way. Her interests include danceDanceDance is an art form that generally refers to movement of the body, usually rhythmic and to music, used as a form of expression, social interaction or presented in a spiritual or performance setting....
, especially ballet, and, as shown in one episode, figure skatingFigure skatingFigure skating is an Olympic sport in which individuals, pairs, or groups perform spins, jumps, footwork and other intricate and challenging moves on ice skates. Figure skaters compete at various levels from beginner up to the Olympic level , and at local, national, and international competitions...
. She has a quick temper and gets quickly annoyed when mistakes are made and (to her mind) silly questions asked from others in the class. She is seen playing with Claude most of the time. She wears a blue dress.
Adults
- Mrs. Jenkins (voiced by Fiona ReidFiona ReidFiona Reid, CM is a Canadian television, film and stage actress. She is best known for her role as Cathy on the TV series King of Kensington....
) is a foxFoxFox is a common name for many species of omnivorous mammals belonging to the Canidae family. Foxes are small to medium-sized canids , characterized by possessing a long narrow snout, and a bushy tail .Members of about 37 species are referred to as foxes, of which only 12 species actually belong to...
and the teacher of the class. Her name was Miss Abercrombie before she was married to Mr. Jenkins as mentioned in the episode "Just In Time". She can play the pianoPianoThe piano is a musical instrument played by means of a keyboard. It is one of the most popular instruments in the world. Widely used in classical and jazz music for solo performances, ensemble use, chamber music and accompaniment, the piano is also very popular as an aid to composing and rehearsal...
and she enjoys watching birds. She wears a green coat, a purple dress, and glasses.
- Big Frank (voiced by ?) is the father of Frank and Frank. He speaks in a gentle voice and sounds much more clever than his sons. He is seen as good with machinery and repairs, as he is able to easily fix Timothy's bicycleBicycleA bicycle, also known as a bike, pushbike or cycle, is a human-powered, pedal-driven, single-track vehicle, having two wheels attached to a frame, one behind the other. A person who rides a bicycle is called a cyclist, or bicyclist....
when the front wheel is damaged after attempting a dangerous jump, and also help Frank and Frank fix Yoko's taketomboBamboo-copterThe bamboo-copter or bamboo dragonfly is a toy propeller that flies up when its shaft is rapidly spun...
after the Franks accidentally break it while playing footballGridiron footballGridiron football , sometimes known as North American football, is an umbrella term for related codes of football primarily played in the United States and Canada. The predominant forms of gridiron football are American football and Canadian football...
in the classroom against Mrs Jenkins' instructions in "The Taketombo". He wears a blue business shirt.
- Henry (voiced by Jamie Watson) is the janitor and bus driver. He is a beaverBeaverThe beaver is a primarily nocturnal, large, semi-aquatic rodent. Castor includes two extant species, North American Beaver and Eurasian Beaver . Beavers are known for building dams, canals, and lodges . They are the second-largest rodent in the world...
, like Doris, and is quite cheerful. He wears a blue uniform and was once Mrs. Jenkins' student back when she was Ms. Abercrombie. Despite his appearance, he isn't that old, being only thirty years old. He looks like the father of Doris and her brothers.
- Miss Appleberry (voiced by ?) is the student teacher at Hilltop School. She is a skunkSkunkSkunks are mammals best known for their ability to secrete a liquid with a strong, foul odor. General appearance varies from species to species, from black-and-white to brown or cream colored. Skunks belong to the family Mephitidae and to the order Carnivora...
and usually wears a blue or green dress.
- Mrs. Lightfoot (voiced by ?) is the librarian who gives the children their first library cards. She only appears in "Read Me A Story."
- Postman (voiced by ?) is a skunkSkunkSkunks are mammals best known for their ability to secrete a liquid with a strong, foul odor. General appearance varies from species to species, from black-and-white to brown or cream colored. Skunks belong to the family Mephitidae and to the order Carnivora...
who delivers the mail in the neighborhood.
Others
There are several notable adults and relatives, though many only appear in a couple of episodes (Yoko's mother, Doris's brothers, Nora's baby brother Jack, and the parents of the other children). Because Fritz, Yoko and Lilly don't appear to have fathers while the Franks and Claude don't appear to have a mother, this is never explained on the show.Episodes
Episode 1- "Timothy Goes to School" - Timothy is concerned about what to wear on his first day of school since Claude always has something nicer.
- "Yoko"- Yoko feels like an outcast because everybody makes fun of what she has for lunch.
Episode 2
- “On the Fritz”- Fritz blames all his mess on "The Mess Fairy".
- “The Great Obstacle Course”- The children at Hilltop School run a Sports DaySports daySports days, sometimes referred to as Field Day, are events staged by many schools and offices in which people take part in competitive sporting activities, often with the aim of winning trophies or prizes...
, but Claude and Grace always win.
Episode 3
- “Small Change”- Nora is reluctant to change and she feels very moody, until she finds out that change is a good thing.
- “Shy Charles”- Charles is a very shy, but what would he do when Timothy gets locked in the janitorial closet?
Episode 4
- “Don’t Lose It, Lilly”- The children respectfully show Lily how she can remember everything.
- “Frankless Frank”- Frank 2 feels left out, because Frank 1 has a fever.
Episode 5
- “Paint by Numbers”- Doris likes to paint abstract art but the only person she knows who appreciates it is Charles.
- “The Sleepover”- After hearing that the mischievous Frank twins come over for a sleepover, Timothy feels too timid to bring a toy penguin as he thinks the Franks will make fun of him.
Episode 6
- “The Music Tree”- Yoko is chosen to be the lead cast of the Hilltop School Orchestra and gets stage fright.
- “Team Project"- Timothy chose Claude for a team project to win a silver star, but Claude won't let him do any of the work.
Episode 7
- “Cherry Blossom”- Yoko grows a Japanese SakuraSakuraA cherry blossom is the flower of any of several trees of genus Prunus, particularly the Japanese Cherry, Prunus serrulata, which is sometimes called sakura after the Japanese . Many of the varieties that have been cultivated for ornamental use do not produce fruit...
plant. She is very impatient and learns that trees take a long time to grow. - “Talent Show”- Grace breaks her ankle so is unable to perform ballet at the school talent show so volunteers to be director.
Episode 8
- “Scary Monsters”- Nora has a strong fear of dinosaurs preventing her from going on the school trip. The children help her fear by showing her that not all dinosaurs are scary.
- “Lifesaver Lily”- Lily isn't chosen to look after the class goldfish. On a day with heavy snowstorm, Lily goes to school and quickly grabs the fish and looks after it at home.
Episode 9
- “Red Thunder”- Timothy gets a new bike for his birthday. After riding a bike safety day at school, he copies Doris' brothers with their BMX bike tricks at the Franks' house.
- “Putting it All Together”- The children have to put together a jigsaw puzzleJigsaw puzzleA jigsaw puzzle is a tiling puzzle that requires the assembly of numerous small, often oddly shaped, interlocking and tessellating pieces.Each piece usually has a small part of a picture on it; when complete, a jigsaw puzzle produces a complete picture...
for a picnic in an hour.
Episode 10
- “The Big Snowfall”- Doris unsuccessfully tries to show responsibility while looking after Lily on her first snowfall.
- “Forever Friends”- Timothy's friendship with Yoko strains as Yoko has to practice ballet with Grace.
Episode 11
- “Taking the Plunge”- Claude can't swim, so Timothy secretly teaches him how to.
- “Timothy’s Way”- Timothy can't think of anything to teach the children at school, until he discovers he is an expert at playing marblesMarblesA marble is a small spherical toy usually made from glass, clay, steel, or agate. These balls vary in size. Most commonly, they are about ½ inch in diameter, but they may range from less than ¼ inch to over 3 inches , while some art glass marbles fordisplay purposes are over 12 inches ...
Episode 12
- “The Treefort and the Sandcastle”- The children at school split themselves into clubs by gender.
- “Get Well Soon”- Mrs Jenkins has an injury, so Miss Appleberry acts as substitute. Everyone makes a get well soon card, but Fritz makes a present after hearing that the bird feeder had been damaged.
Episode 13
- “In the Spotlight”- Charles enjoys leaves but is too shy to talk publicly.
- “Fritz on the Move”- Fritz moves to another country so he can't go to Hilltop School anymore. Timothy feels upset so the children show him many ways to make him feel better.
Episode 14
- “Many Happy Returns”- Timothy finds out that Fritz has a surprise for him. Timothy discovers that his surprise is not a delivery, but that Fritz moves back to Timothy's hometown and attends Hilltop again.
- “You’re Invited”- Everybody gets an invitation to Lily's spring party except Doris. She tries to be a friendly girl but soon sees that her brothers left the invite outside.
Episode 15
- “The Greatest”- Because he found Nora's pet lizard, Timothy is forced to help all the children.
- “Rocky Friendship”- Charles and Fritz argue over a rare red rock. Timothy has to decide who owns it.
Episode 16
- “Two for Tea”- Yoko's mother comes to school to demonstrate SadoSado-People:*Prince Sado, a Joseon Korean crown prince who never acceded*Yutaka Sado, a Japanese conductor-Other:* Sado, Niigata, a city and an island of Niigata Prefecture, Japan...
, a Japanese tea ceremony. - “Abracadabra”- Grace peeks in Fritz's magic trick book then steals his talent. Fritz thinks Timothy told her and blames him.
Episode 17
- “The Taketombo”- Yoko receives a Japanese toy called a TaketomboBamboo-copterThe bamboo-copter or bamboo dragonfly is a toy propeller that flies up when its shaft is rapidly spun...
, which is accidentally broken by the Frank brothers and then repaired by them with the help of Big Frank. - “Having a Wonderful Time” - The schoolchildren visit Hilltop Park.
Episode 18
- “The Shutterbug” - Timothy brings a camera to school, but when he takes pictures, he thinks that none of the photographs are precise enough to be put in an album.
- “The Friendship Stone” - Nora and Lily exchange a lucky penny for a painted stone as they are true friends. Lily loses the stone she was received and is worried that their friendship would be over.
Episode 19
- “New Found Franks”- The Franks learn to play with the other children.
- “When I Grow Up”- Yoko helps Nora choose what job she wants to have when she grows up.
Episode 20
- “The School Play”- Yoko is chosen to be a decayed tooth in a school play about dental care, but she is not very satisfied with her part.
- “Full of Beans”- Frank and Frank go too far on their jokes making all of the children angry and wound-up.
Episode 21
- “Read Me a Story”- Because of learning how to read, Nora has fear that her beloved story-time with her mother could come to an end, but does it?
- “The Gift”- Nora wants to get a special gift for Yoko's birthday party, so she eats her least favorite cereal because it has an emeraldEmeraldEmerald is a variety of the mineral beryl colored green by trace amounts of chromium and sometimes vanadium. Beryl has a hardness of 7.5–8 on the 10 point Mohs scale of mineral hardness...
ballet slipper as a prize. Nora finds out that it make a pretty shoe for Yoko's porcelain doll and a necklace for Yoko as well.
Episode 22
- “Measuring Up”- Charles finds out that he is smallest in the class, but he finds out that Doris, biggest in the class, is the baby of the family.
- “Lost and Found”- Yoko loses a set of cherished sculptures called netsukeNetsukeNetsuke are miniature sculptures that were invented in 17th-century Japan to serve a practical function...
.
Episode 23
- “Professor Fritz”- Fritz develops a rocket experiment for an open house, but after the experiment goes wrong Fritz doesn't want to do anything. Can he improve the rocket?
- “Two Tutu Friends”- Grace invites Doris to ballet class. One day, Doris laughs at an embarrassing moment that happened to Grace. When Doris tells the other children, Grace doesn't want to play with Doris any more.
Episode 24
- “My Family”- Nora hates her baby brother Jack, but realizes what fun an infant sibling can be.
- “Just in Time”- Lily impulsively puts her favorite doll in the time capsule, but soon begins to regret it.
Episode 25
- “Charles the Athlete”- Frank and Frank want to teach Charles how to be an athlete but Charles shows no interest and wants to play astronauts instead.
- “Be My Valentine”- Lily, Yoko, Charles and Timothy make Valentines cards for each other, but they don't go to who they're supposed to.
Episode 26
- “Mama Don’t Go”- A Mexican girl named Juanita is new to Hilltop School. Timothy and Yoko help her get along with the other children.
- “Making New Friends"- Juanita struggles to make friends, so Timothy, captain of the Friend Ship, show her what fun she could discover.