Ep 4. Get Smart/Baby Steps
- TV-Y
- October 18, 2012
- 26 min
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5.8 (15)
Arthur is an animated series aimed at children that has been broadcasted for more than two decades. The show focuses on the titular character Arthur, an 8-year-old anthropomorphic aardvark, and his adventures with his friends and family.
Season 16 episode 4, titled "Get Smart/Baby Steps," features two separate stories. In the first story, "Get Smart," Arthur and his friends are excited to participate in a new game show called "Get Smart" that tests their knowledge and reasoning skills. However, they quickly realize that the show is much harder than they anticipated, and they struggle to answer the questions.
As the game progresses, Arthur and his friends begin to realize that the show's host, Mr. Ratburn, has been giving them misleading information and trick questions. They start to suspect that he may be cheating, but they can't prove it. Determined to get to the bottom of things, Arthur and his friends devise a plan to catch Mr. Ratburn in the act.
Meanwhile, in the second story, "Baby Steps," D.W. is excited to start taking ballet lessons. However, she quickly becomes discouraged when she realizes that she is not as good at dancing as the other girls in her class. She struggles to keep up with the choreography and becomes frustrated with herself.
To make matters worse, D.W.'s baby sister, Kate, keeps interrupting her practice. D.W. becomes increasingly annoyed with Kate and lashes out at her. However, when D.W. sees Kate taking her first steps, she realizes that everyone learns at their own pace and that it's okay to make mistakes.
"Get Smart/Baby Steps" is a heartwarming episode that teaches children the importance of perseverance and accepting themselves and others for who they are. The first story highlights the value of critical thinking and problem-solving skills, while the second story emphasizes the importance of patience and empathy. As with many Arthur episodes, the themes are conveyed through relatable and entertaining storylines, making it an engaging and educational watch for children of all ages.
