Arthur

Bespectacled aardvark Arthur Read demonstrates to kids how to deal with such childhood traumas and challenges as homework, teachers and bullies. He also has to contend with his sisters, but loves playing with his friends: tomboy Francine, foodie and best pal Buster, supersmart Brain, rich girl Muffy and geography expert Sue Ellen.

First episode date: 2 September 1996 Cast: Bruce Dinsmore, Daniel Brochu, Melissa Altro, Jodie Resther, more Sisters: Kate Read, D. W. (Fictitious character) Program creators: Marc Brown, Cookie Jar Group, WGBH