Super Why! Season 1, Episode 9: The Ugly Duckling

The Three Little Pigs

Pig is trying to build blocks but every time he builds it, Jill keeps knocking it down. The Super Readers travel to the Three Little Pig story. They discuss the story and learns about friendship. Pig finally solved his problem with Jill.

28 min

Hansel and Gretel

Red takes one of Peter Piper's peppers. He gets very mad because Red takes his pepper without asking. The Super Readers travels into the Hansel and Gretel book. They discussion about the book and help Red learn to be more considerate.

28 min

Humpty Dumpty

Pig is at the top of the slide and he is afraid to come down. What should they do? The Super Readers travels into the Humpty Dumpty book. They discuss the book and learn about giving encouragement.

Jack and The Beanstalk

Baby Joy is having a tantrum. They tried everything to calm her down, but it didn't work. The Super Readers travel to the Jack and the Beanstalk book. They have discussions about the book and figure out a way to calm Baby Joy down.

28 min

The Tortoise and The Hare

Princess Pea and Red are paired up in a potato sack race. The only problem is that they can't decide on what speed they want to go. The Super Readers travel into the Tortoise and The Hare book. They discuss the book and learns about winning isn't always about coming in first.

Goldilocks and The Three Bears

Whyatt is in big trouble because he messes up Jack's room accidentally. The Super Readers travel to the Goldilocks and The Three Bears book. They discuss the book and Whyatt learns how to fix his mess.

The Boy Who Cried Wolf

Whyatt hears Baby Joy say the first word but nobody believes him. The Super Readers travel to the Boy Who Cried Wolf story. They discuss the book and finally believes what Whyatt said.

Rapunzel

Princess Pea's cat is stuck in a tree which lets the Super Readers to the book Rapunzel. They have discussions about the book.

The Elves and The Shoemaker

Whyatt have a secret admirer, but who is it? The Super Readers travel to the Elves and The Shoemaker book. They discuss the book and Whyatt finds out a way to solve his mystery friend.

Little Miss Muffet

Red wants to play with Little Boy Blue, but he keeps running away. The Super Readers travel into the Little Miss Muffet book and have discussions about the book.

Cinderella

There is a Sleeping Beauty's princess party. Red just can't fit in with the other princesses. How will she fit into the party? The Super Readers travel to the Cinderella story. They have discussions about the book. Red learns to be herself.

The Ant and the Grasshopper

Pig goes on a picnic and is starving because he didn't think ahead to pack a snack. When the Super Readers fly into the story of The Ant and The Grasshopper, they see that the grasshopper is equally unprepared for winter, because he didn't plan ahead. With the help of the ant, both the grasshopper and Pig learn about forward thinking.

The Little Red Hen

Not one of Red's friends wants to gather apples with her. The Super Readers travel into the Little Red Hen Story. They have discussions about the story and Red learns how to solve her problem.

The Frog Prince

How could Princess Pea and Spider play together when Princess Pea wants to do ballerina while Spider wants to spin web? How can they player together? The Super Readers travel to the Frog Prince book. They have discussions about the book and Princess Pea and Spider learns how to play together.

The Princess and the Pea

When Princess Pea fears of passing a Princess test, there's only one thing to do: The Super Readers travel into the Princess and the Pea book. Can they solve Princess Pea's problem?

Little Red Riding Hood

Wolfy keeps tricking him and Pig had enough. They travels to the Little Red Riding Hood book. The super readers met Red's grandmother and the Wolf in the book. The Super Readers have discussions about the book.

Tom Thumb

Pig's brothers won't let him go on an adventure on his own knowing that he's too young. The Super Readers travel to the Tom Thumb book. They have discussions about the book.

Little Bo Peep

Whyatt can't find Mr. Lizard anywhere. How and where is he going to find the lizard? The Super Readers travel to the Little Bo Peep book. They have discussions about the book and Whyatt learns about how to find Mr. Lizard.

The Emperor's New Clothes

The Super Readers travel into the Emperor's New Clothes book. There they met an emperor how's the clothes are strange, it's invisible.

28 min

The Twelve Dancing Princesses

Whyatt wants to know why his family is acting sneaky. The 12 Dancing Princesses are being secretive.

28 min

The Three Billy Goats Gruff

Red is mad because Gramma won't let her into the kitchen to get some extra special Red Velvet Cake!

27 min

Thumbelina

he gang shrinks down to the size of ants to help teeny tiny Thumbelina find her missing brother.

28 min

Goldilocks and the Three Bears: The Mystery

Goldilocks is determined to prove that she didn't make the mess in the Three Bears' house!

28 min

Beauty and The Beast

If the Beast can turn down his roaring, Beauty might learn they're not as different as she thinks.

Rumpelstiltskin

The Super Readers enter “Rapunzel” after Princess Pea's kitten becomes stuck in a tree, and learn how friends can help solve problems together.

Tiddalick The Frog

The Super Readers learn the importance of water and the value of conservation.

28 min

Sleeping Beauty

The Super Readers fly into "Sleeping Beauty," where they try to persuade the slumber-loving princess that there's more to life than sleeping.

The Foolish Wishes

Whyatt has trouble choosing just one toy from a toy store, so he and the Super Readers enter "The Foolish Wishes," where they meet a farmer and his wife who have been granted three wishes.

The Goose and the Golden Eggs

Red’s friends would love to try some of her delicious apples, but Red wants to keep them all for herself! The Super Readers venture into the story of The Goose and the Golden Eggs to visit an old man who is as protective of his special eggs as Red is of her delicious fruit. This old man must learn his lesson, before his golden goose flies the coop! And Red needs to find out how share with her friends. Educational Objectives: To learn about giving to friends, sing the alphabet and identify the letters M-O-R-E. Kids will practice the magic of spelling and find that the power to read can change the story.

28 min

The Magic Porridge Pot

Oh no! Pig's new toy robot is out of control! The Super Readers fly into the story of The Magic Porridge Pot to rescue a little girl whose magical pot just won’t stop making porridge! Will the Super Readers be able to help or will they end up with more porridge than even The Three Bears would know what to do with? Educational Objectives: To learn the importance of paying attention, uncover the alphabet, practice the magic of spelling and use the power to read to change the story!

28 min

Pinocchio

Whyatt told a lie and he feels really guilty! The Super Readers visit Pinocchio, a boy who also fibbed and whose NOSE is growing, right before his eyes! Pinocchio needs the literacy-powered assistance of the Super Readers to face up to Gepetto...nose and all. And Whyatt finds out how important it is to tell the truth. Educational Objectives: To learn about being honest. Kids will sing the alphabet, identify the letters B, O, and X, rhyme with 'at' words and use the power to read to change the story!

28 min

Momotaro The Peach Boy

Pig and his brothers want to build a treehouse but they're so busy squabbling, they'll never get the job done. The Super Readers head into a Japanese Folktale and meet a little boy whose friends are arguing so loudly, it actually angers an ogre! Will they be able to show their new pals that arguing is the pits? Educational Objectives: To learn about getting along and getting the job done. Young viewers will follow the alphabet, practice the magic of spelling and use the power to read to change the story!

28 min

The Gingerbread Boy

Run, run as fast as you can! As Pig zooms through the playground at top speeds, he can't figure out why Poppa Pig keeps telling him to slow down! The Super Readers fly into the story of The Gingerbread Boy and set off on a mad dash after the speedy little cookie! Will the Super Readers be able to keep the Gingerbread Boy safe, or is their plan half baked? Educational Objectives: To learn about safety, sing the entire alphabet, identify the letters H, O, U, S, E, rhyme with 'ox' words and use the power to read to change the story and save the day!

28 min

The Ghost Who Was Afraid of Halloween

It's Halloween in Storybrook Village and Pig is so frightened, he won’t go Trick or Treating with his friends! The Super Readers pay a storybook visit to Little Ghost, who's a bit of a scaredy cat himself, to teach him there's more to Halloween than meets the eye! Educational Objectives: To learn about the fun of Halloween. The alphabet is explored and kids will identify the letters P, U, M, P, K, I, N, practice the magic of spelling and use the power to read to change the story and save the day!

The Stars in The Sky

Princess Pea wants to play in a rainbow, but her mother says it simply can't be done! So the Super Readers soar into the story The Stars in the Sky and accompany a little girl named Ella with a big dream of her own! As the Super Readers climb higher and higher they begin to wonder - will they play with the stars, or merely wish on them? Educational Objectives: To learn about the fun of fantasy, follow the alphabet, practice spelling skills and use the power to read to change the story and save the day!

The Three Feathers

All aboard! Pig and his brothers are building a train set but Pig's negative attitude has stopped him in his tracks! The Super Readers encounter a young prince about to embark on a race to find a magic carpet! The only problem is the prince doesn't think he can do it! As the Super Readers journey towards the magic carpet, they wonder if they'll be able to change the prince's outlook. Educational Objectives: To learn about the power of positive thinking, practice the alphabet and spelling skills, identify the letters U, N, L, O, C, K and use the power to read to change the story!

The Little Mermaid

Pig feels different from his friends, which makes him very sad. The Super Readers dive into the story The Little Mermaid to talk with someone whose tail sets her apart from kids on land. As the Super Readers explore the ocean floor with The Little Mermaid, Pig slowly begins to see why being different can be special and the journey to the depths of the sea teaches him a lesson he can use right in his own backyard. Educational Objectives: To learn about feeling good about yourself. Preschoolers will follow the alphabet, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story!

Twas The Night Before Christmas

Twas the Night Before Christmas, and all through Storybrook Village, not a creature was stirring…except for Whyatt, who has an important question for Santa! So the Super Readers catch up with Santa and his reindeer as they gallop from rooftop to rooftop and unravel the mystery of Santa's childhood, discovering along the way how to help spread the magic of the holiday. Educational Objectives: To learn about making others feel good, play with the alphabet, experiment with spelling, and use the power to read to change the story!

Juan Bobo and The Pig

Red can't believe her ears! Could Grandma really have asked for a "pizza paper?" The Super Readers fly into a Puerto Rican folktale to meet a boy who thinks his Momma wants him to put his pig in a dress! Maybe both Juan Bobo and Red have misunderstood! Will the Super Readers untangle this silly situation before Juan Bobo's pig runs hog wild? Educational Objectives: To learn about the importance of getting all the information. Young viewers will use the alphabet, practice spelling skills and use the power to read to change the story!

28 min

Snow White

The super fun Storybrook Carnival is in town, and Princess Pea is enjoying lots of yummy treats until she gets a terrible tummy ache! When Goldilocks offers her some popcorn, Princess Pea knows she should refuse, but she really wants to eat just a little. The Super Readers fly into the story of Snow White as the wicked queen tempts the fairytale princess with that infamous apple. Will the Super Readers be able to stop Snow White from taking the bait before Snow White ends up with something much worse than a stomachache? Educational Objectives: To learn about thinking for yourself. Young viewers will practice the alphabet, identify the letters D,O,W,N, rhyme with EED words and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

The Rolling Rice Cakes

Red drops her basket of goodies and finds it…in the hands of Wolfy! When Red takes her basket back, Wolfy is really sad. The Super Readers zoom into the Japanese folktale The Rolling Rice Cakes and meet an old man who has chased his rice cakes high, low and right into a mouse hole! Will the poor mice family get to keep their tasty new treasure, or will the old man convince them that 'finders' aren't always 'keepers?' Educational Objectives: To learn about generosity. Kids will sing the alphabet, experiment with spelling and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

Peter Rabbit

Red wants to find the perfect present to show Grandma she cares, but she is absolutely stumped! The Super Readers pay a storybook visit to Peter Rabbit and chase after the mischievous little cottontail bunny, who’s on the hunt for some delicious fresh vegetables for his Mama. The Super Readers must help Peter find what he's looking for before his big appetite for veggies lands him in hot water! Educational Objectives: To learn how to show someone you care, investigate the alphabet, practice spelling skills and use the power to read to change the story.

The Boy Who Drew Cats

Whyatt's big brother Jack is sick, and Whyatt wants to give him a picture to make him feel better. But even though he thinks and thinks, Whyatt still doesn’t know what to draw! So the Super Readers soar into the Japanese folktale The Boy Who Drew Cats and encounter a little boy struggling to sketch a picture for the emperor. The Super Readers inspire the boy so much that his drawings take on a life of their own...literally! Educational Objectives: To learn about creativity. Preschoolers will build the alphabet, rhyme with AT words and use the power to read to change the story.

Aladdin

Princess Pea is wishing for a playhouse to appear but no matter how many times she waves her wand, nothing happens! The Super Readers fly into the story of Aladdin to catch up with a lucky lad who's about to have all his wishes come true – courtesy of an amazing magic lamp! With the help of their literacy powers, the Super Readers dive inside the lamp to meet the genie himself. But will the Super Readers succeed in helping Aladdin get his wish, or will his dreams go up in smoke? Educational Objectives: To learn about taking the initiative. The alphabet is explored and kids practice the magic of spelling and use the power to read to change the story.

George and the Dragon

FE FI FO FUM! The Giant has stepped on Pig's toy, and he's scared to ask for it back! The super readers venture into a classic tale to meet intrepid Knight George, who is about to face his own fears and battle a dragon to rescue a princess! But it turns out that George isn't quite so brave, and needs a little help...from an unexpected source! Educational Objectives: To learn to appreciate where you're from. Kids will experiment with the alphabet, celebrate spelling and use the power to read to change the story.

The Swiss Family Robinson

Little Boy Blue is stuck on a little island in Storybrook Pond and can't get back to shore. Super Why and his friends head into the story of The Swiss Family Robinson to meet a family who is just as stranded as Little Boy Blue. They'll need to use what's around them to survive in this do-it-yourself island adventure! Educational Objectives: To learn to think creatively in tricky situations. Preschoolers will catch the alphabet using Alpha Pig's Alphabet Net, rhyme with ING words, and use the power to read to change the story.

The Three Little Pigs - Return Of The Wolf

Pig and his brothers are trying to make a picnic table for their yard, but it all goes terribly wrong! So the superhero readers visit the tale of The Three Little Pigs, hoping to find out a little bit about building from the young Poppa Pig. Will they learn how to construct something sturdy, or will the Big Bad Wolf huff, puff and ruin their plans? Educational Objectives: To learn the importance of following instructions. Kids will sing the alphabet, rhyme with ICKS words, and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

Alice In Wonderland

Oh dear! Princess Pea is so busy playing, she's late to Sleeping Beauty's birthday party and misses all the fun! The reading heroes tumble down the rabbit hole in a madcap adventure to catch up with a famous white rabbit who is also tardy! Super Why and his friends must get through the topsy-turvy house and past the Queen of Hearts herself to find out if the white rabbit makes it to the tea party on time! Educational Objectives: To learn a helpful tool for being on time. Fun interactive games help preschoolers match letters of the alphabet, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story!

28 min

Dr. Dolittle

Red’s adorable new puppy is whimpering and whining and she just doesn't know why! So Super Why, Wonder Red, Alpha Pig and Princess Presto ask the advice of a boy who understands what animals need because he can talk to them! But will Dolittle be able to look after all his pets once the fur and feathers settle? Educational Objectives: To learn about caring for animals, explore spelling, rhyme with ACK words, and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

The Muddled Up Fairy Tales

Everyone is busy and Whyatt doesn't know what to do with himself! So Super Why and his friends fly into the story Muddled Up Fairytales where they visit a young dragon new to Fairytale Land who is eager to find a legend of his own. But when Dragon tries to move in with The Three Pigs, he sets off a wacky chain of events that turns the whole land upside down! The superhero readers need to help Dragon find his Happily Ever After! Educational Objectives: To learn a cheer-up strategy, sing the alphabet, identify the letters F, L, and Y, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

Hansel and Gretel - A Healthy Adventure

Red and her friends are having a picnic in the park, but she has no energy to join in the fun. Could it have something to do with her unhealthy snack choices? Super Why and his friends head into the story of Hansel and Gretel to meet the equally tired and grouchy witch. They convince the witch to trade in her gingerbread house for something both delicious and nutritious – and Red learns what kinds of foods will help her go the distance so she can play with her friends for a SUPER long time! Educational Objectives: To learn which foods taste great while providing long-lasting energy! Young viewers will play interactive alphabet games, practice the magic of spelling, and use healthy eating choices to change the story.

Cinderella - The Prince's Side Of The Story

Red and Little Boy Blue are playing some music together when Little Boy Blue suddenly disappears! This is just like when Cinderella left the ball without finishing her dance. To solve the mystery, Super Why and his friends soar into Cinderella's fairytale once again, and this time they talk to the prince! Educational Objectives: To learn about thinking creatively, investigate the alphabet, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.

The Prince And The Pauper

Whyatt thinks his house is too loud while Princess Pea believes her home is too quiet! Would the friends be better-off if they switched places? To look for a solution, Super Why and his friends encounter two friends just as they are about to switch houses. A prince on the farm and a pauper in a castle soon leads to chaos and confusion! Where will everyone be the happiest? Educational Objectives: To learn to appreciate where you're from. Kids will experiment with the alphabet, celebrate spelling and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

The Ugly Duckling - Becoming A Swan

Pig is too big for his bed and his sneakers are pinching his feet - what is going on? The superhero readers zoom into the story of The Ugly Duckling: Becoming a Swan, and meet a little guy who is experiencing growing pains of his own. Super Why and his friends help Duckling accept himself as he is while Pig learns an important lesson about the benefits of getting bigger. Educational Objectives: To learn about getting bigger. Young viewers will build the alphabet and identify the letters B, I, G, N, E, S, and T. They’ll also practice the magic of spelling and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

The Nutcracker

Princess Pea doesn't know what to do about her friend Sleeping Beauty who is very, very grumpy! Super Why and his friends dance their way into the story of The Nutcracker, accompanied by Tchaikovsky's memorable music, to find out why the Mouse King is so cranky and give an innovative twist to the holiday classic. But will the super readers be able to restore magic to The Land of Sweets? Educational Objectives: To learn a cheer-up strategy, sing the alphabet, identify the letters F, L, and Y, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.

The Comic Book - Attack of the Eraser

Whyatt and his friends are playing kickball in the park when Wolfy erases the score! The super readers fly into a new kind of reading material - a comic book - called "Attack of the Eraser" to track down the diabolical Eraser who's causing trouble in Reader Valley. Will Super Why and his friends be able to stop Eraser from wiping out all of the words in Reader Valley – or have they finally met their match? Educational Objectives: To learn about consideration. Kids will use the alphabet and identify the letters S, T, O, P. They’ll also rhyme with OCK words and use the power to read to transform the story.

The Story Of The Tooth Fairy

Whyatt has lost his very first tooth! When his mom tells Whyatt that the Tooth Fairy will come and take his tooth, Whyatt wants to know what happens if he wants to KEEP it? Super Why and his friends decide the best person to ask is the Tooth Fairy herself, so they set off to meet her in person. With a little bit of magic (and a little bit of floss) the reading heroes are able to get all their questions answered. Educational Objectives: To learn about the magic of the Tooth Fairy. Kids will follow the alphabet, rhyme with AY words, and use the power to read to change the story.

The Cookbook

Whyatt wants to bake Baby Joy a special birthday cake - but he doesn't know how! Super Why and his friends soar into a new kind of book - a cookbook - and get the information they need from a rhyming chef with a silly sense of humor as well as a recipe for fun! In the end, Whyatt learns how to cook up the perfect birthday for his little sister. Educational Objectives: To learn about baking, play with the alphabet, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

The Big Game

Whyatt wants to play baseball better, but he keeps missing the ball. The superhero readers jump into The Big Game and join some fairytale heroes gearing up for their big soccer match against their storybook foes. With the help of Super Why and his friends, Cinderella and her team work on their game skills to prevent the Big Bad Wolf's team from huffing, puffing and blowing them right off the field!

28 min

The Beach Day Mystery

WX marks the spot! Whyatt and the other fairytale buddies have found a clue leading to treasure and they need a little help! So the superhero readers fly into The Beach Day Mystery where they set off on a swashbuckling scavenger hunt adventure filled with clues, pirates, and of course, treasure! Will Super Why and his friends be able to outsmart the trickiest pirate of them all? Educational Objectives: To learn how to figure out clues. Kids will follow the alphabet, rhyme with AIL words, and use the power to read to change the story!.

28 min

The Swan Maiden

Red hides Little Boy Blue's horn so their play date won't end, spurring Super Why and friends to fly into the story of "Swan Lake," where they help the Swan Maiden retrieve her feathers so she can return home.

The City Mouse And The Country Mouse

Whyatt’s big brother Jack is going off to college, and Whyatt is going to miss him so much! The super readers jump into the tale of two mice brothers who live far away from each other. They journey with the mice from the bustling city to the quiet country, only to find that the best solution to their problem doesn't mean losing the comforts of home. Educational Objectives: To learn about visiting someone. The alphabet is explored and young viewers will learn about different types of transportation. Kids will practice the magic of spelling and use the power to read to change the story.

King Midas

Pig only has one toy car, but he wants lots more! Super Why and his friends fly into the story of a ruler with the golden touch and meet King Midas. The king may think that MORE is better, but all he ends up with is more problems! The reading heroes help King Midas, and Pig learns an important lesson about appreciation. Educational Objectives:To learn to be glad about what you have, discover the alphabet, identify the letters M, I, L, K., practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.

28 min

The Story Of Mother Goose

Red is writing a new song but gets stuck because she simply can't think of the right word! To help her out, Super Why and his friends meet rhyming royalty - Mother Goose – just as she's starting to pen her legendary poems. Does Mother Goose pick her words at random, or is there a rhyme and reason to the way she composes her stories? Educational Objectives: To learn about word families. Kids will sing the alphabet and identify the letters G and O, practice the magic of spelling, and use the power to read to change the story.