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Arthur vs. The Piano/The Big Blow-Up
Arthur aims to foster an interest in reading and writing, to encourage positive social skills, and to model age-appropriate problem-solving strategies. The show chronicles the adventures of eight-year-old Arthur and explores issues faced by real kids. <br/> <strong>Ages:</strong> 4-8<br/> <strong>Educational Goal:<\/strong> Social and Emotional Growth, Language and Literacy
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Arthur vs. The Piano/The Big Blow-Up
Season 2 Episode 8 | 26m 55s | CC
Arthur gets stage fright during a rehearsal. Will he be able to get through his recital without any mistakes? / Can Francine and the Brain put aside their differences for the good of the soccer team? Probably not -- so Arthur and Buster decide to "write" some wrongs.
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