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A World Without WordGirl, Parts 1 & 2
WordGirl enriches young audiences vocabulary, closes the gap for those who dont grow up in language-rich environments, instills a love of language, and fosters better reading comprehension. Ages: 4-8 Educational Goal: Language and Literacy
A World Without WordGirl, Parts 1 & 2
Season 4 Episode 13 | 23m 30s | CC
When Becky's most amazing birthday party ever gets interrupted one too many times by citizens in need of WordGirl's assistance, she wishes on her birthday candle for a WordGirl-free world. After they're blown out, she realizes her wish has come true. / Not only does WordGirl not exist, but Chuck is now the King and has the new city following all sorts of strange rules.
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