Ep 13. When I Grow Up/Not Now I'm Busy
- TV-Y
- October 9, 2002
- 26 min
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(14)
In When I Grow Up/Not Now I'm Busy, the lovable giant red dog, Clifford, and his friends embark on two exciting adventures.
In the first half of the episode, When I Grow Up, Emily Elizabeth and her friends are asked to dress up as what they want to be when they grow up for a school project. While most of the kids choose to dress up as typical professions like firefighters and doctors, Jetta insists that she wants to be a famous actress. Feeling discouraged that she doesn't have a "real" dream like her friends, she decides to give up on the project altogether. Clifford and the gang encourage her to embrace her passion for acting and support her by putting on a play for the class. In the end, Jetta realizes that it's okay to dream big and follow her heart.
In the second half of the episode, Not Now I'm Busy, Emily Elizabeth and her friends are preparing for the town's annual pet show. Clifford is too busy playing with the other dogs to practice his tricks, causing Emily Elizabeth to worry that they won't be ready in time. Meanwhile, T-Bone is determined to win the award for best-behaved pet, but keeps getting distracted by his love for food. In the end, Clifford and T-Bone learn the importance of focus and teamwork, and work together to put on a winning performance.
Throughout the episode, young viewers will learn valuable lessons about following their dreams, working together, and believing in themselves. With its lovable characters, colorful animation, and heartwarming themes, When I Grow Up/Not Now I'm Busy is sure to delight audiences of all ages.