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Franklin and Friends
Franklin and Friends is a Canadian CGI children's television series produced by Nelvana that is a reboot of the original Franklin series. It is the second adaptation of the classic characters from the Franklin the Turtle series of children's books written by Paulette Bourgeois and illustrated by Brenda Clark, the first of which was Franklin, which was also produced by Nelvana. The new series was announced by Nelvana on September 28, 2010, and it debuted on Treehouse TV on March 4, 2011. The theme song itself is a revamped up to date version of the original series theme, "Hey It's Franklin". It premiered in the United States on Nickelodeon on February 13, 2012 and Nick Jr. on March 1, 2012. It also premiered in the Singapore on Mediacorp on February 15, 2012.
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Plot Summary
Franklin the turtle and his woodland friends embark on gentle adventures, learning valuable lessons about friendship, problem-solving, and navigating everyday childhood challenges. Each episode focuses on themes relevant to young children, promoting empathy and social skills through relatable situations.
Critical Reception
The show generally received positive feedback for its gentle approach to educational content and its appeal to a young audience. It's praised for maintaining the spirit of the original Franklin series while introducing new characters and modern animation.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its age-appropriate storylines and positive messages.
Praised for its colorful animation and engaging characters for preschoolers.
Seen as a good continuation of the beloved Franklin franchise.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews is not readily available, but the series is generally considered a wholesome and educational program for young children.
Fun Fact
This iteration of Franklin is a reboot and features updated animation and a new cast of characters, including Franklin's younger sister, Harriet, who was a recurring character in the original books but not as prominent in earlier animated series.
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