Ep 12. Come On Over to Barney's House
- September 4, 2000
- 27 min
Barney and Friends season 1 episode 12 is titled "Come On Over to Barney's House" and follows Barney and his friends as they invite viewers into their cozy home for an afternoon of fun and games.
As the episode begins, Barney, Baby Bop, and BJ are cleaning up Barney's house and getting it ready for their guests. They sing a song about cleaning up and making their home a warm and welcoming place. After the house is spick and span, Barney turns to the camera and invites everyone to come over and play with him and his friends.
The first guest to arrive is Tina, a young girl who is hesitant at first but quickly warms up to Barney's friendly demeanor. Together, they all sing and dance to a song about the different types of transportation they can use to get to Barney's house.
Once everyone has arrived, Barney leads them all in a game of "I Spy." They take turns describing objects in the room and the other players have to guess what they are talking about. This game soon turns into a scavenger hunt as Barney hides different objects around the house for the children to find.
As they search for the hidden items, the children learn about shapes and colors. They also practice their counting skills as Barney asks them to count the different objects they find. The scavenger hunt ends with a surprise treat for everyone - ice cream!
After their snack, Barney and his friends continue to play games and sing songs. They even put on a puppet show using handmade puppets that Barney and Baby Bop had prepared earlier. The show is a hit, and everyone cheers and claps when it's over.
As the day comes to a close, Barney leads his friends in a song about saying goodbye. They all sing about the fun they had and promise to see each other again soon. Barney thanks everyone for coming over to play with him and invites them to come back again next time.
Overall, "Come On Over to Barney's House" is a heartwarming and educational episode that teaches young children about shapes, colors, counting, and social skills. Through singing, dancing, and playing games, Barney and his friends create a fun and nurturing environment that encourages imagination and creativity. This episode is a must-watch for any young child looking for a fun and engaging way to learn.