Between the Lions

Between the Lions (2000-2010)

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Five years in the making, Between the Lions has set out to get kids "wild about reading". In every episode, there can be found countless sight gags, puns, parodies, songs, and more, all of which are designed to help kids better understand the pronunciation of everyday words. The setting for the show is, fittingly, a library, where husband-and-wife team Theo and Cleo are the Librarians. Their inquisitive cubs, younger sister Leona and older brother Lionel, often help them out, while another character - the Information Hen - dispenses information to perplexed Library patrons. Among the other colorful characters likely to be encountered, is a statue of the library's founder, Barnaby B. ("Don't Call Me Buster!") Busterfield III, who makes sarcastic comments about the silliness he often witnesses going on in the library. There are also two dim-witted pigeons, Clay and Walter (get it?) who ha...

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ScheduleMonday to Friday (daily) at 13:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S10E10Red Parka Mary & Not Afraid of Dogsnov. 22, 2010
S10E09Deep in the Swamp & Trosclair and the Alligatornov. 15, 2010
S10E08Castles, Caves, and Honeycombs; My Housenov. 8, 2010
S10E07My Dog Is As Smelly As Dirty Socks; Just What Mama Needsnov. 1, 2010
S10E06Not Norman;Me And My Cat?oct. 25, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Between the Lions' premiere?

'Between the Lions' premiered on April 3, 2000.

Who created 'Between the Lions'?

'Between the Lions' was created by Christopher Cerf and Norman Stiles.

What is the genre of 'Between the Lions'?

'Between the Lions' is a children's educational television series.

Where is 'Between the Lions' set?

'Between the Lions' is set in a library.

Who are the main characters in 'Between the Lions'?

The main characters in 'Between the Lions' are Theo Lion, Cleo Lion, Lionel Lion, and Leona Lion.

What is the premise of 'Between the Lions'?

'Between the Lions' focuses on a family of lions who run a library and help children learn to read.

What is the format of 'Between the Lions'?

'Between the Lions' combines live-action, puppetry, and animation.

How many seasons of 'Between the Lions' were produced?

'Between the Lions' ran for 10 seasons.

Who are some notable guest stars on 'Between the Lions'?

Some notable guest stars on 'Between the Lions' include Robin Williams, R.L. Stine, and Tom Bergeron.

What are some recurring segments on 'Between the Lions'?

Some recurring segments on 'Between the Lions' include "The Vowelles," "Gawain's Word," and "The Adventures of Cliff Hanger."

What awards did 'Between the Lions' win?

'Between the Lions' won multiple Daytime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Children's Series and Outstanding Performer in a Children's Series.

How did 'Between the Lions' incorporate reading into its episodes?

'Between the Lions' featured storylines that revolved around books and reading, encouraging children to engage with literature.

What educational topics did 'Between the Lions' cover?

'Between the Lions' covered various educational topics such as phonics, vocabulary, and comprehension.

How long was each episode of 'Between the Lions'?

Each episode of 'Between the Lions' had a runtime of approximately 30 minutes.

What was the target age range for 'Between the Lions'?

'Between the Lions' was primarily targeted towards children aged 4 to 7.

Did 'Between the Lions' have a theme song?

Yes, 'Between the Lions' had a theme song titled "Between the Lions Theme Song" which was composed by Paul Jacobs and Sarah Durkee.

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