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Scary with a Side of Butter/Talent Show Tobey

WordGirl enriches young audiences’ vocabulary, closes the gap for those who don’t grow up in language-rich environments, instills a love of language, and fosters better reading comprehension. Ages: 4-8 Educational Goal: Language and Literacy

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Scary with a Side of Butter/Talent Show Tobey

Season 5 Episode 5 | 23m 30s | CC

After telling the tale of the giant evil artichoke, Bampy Botsford sparks a panic throughout the city. Mr. Big uses this opportunity to do, what else, become even richer and more powerful! / Becky volunteers to be Scoops' assistant for his magic act in the talent show.

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