The Magic School Bus

The Magic School Bus (1994-1997)

EndedAnimation showAdventure, Children

A classroom taught by Ms. Valerie Frizzle is always fun and exciting. The colorful teacher owns a Magic School Bus which can transform into different things like a spaceship, a battery, or even an alligator! These things can help Ms. Frizzle with visual teaching methods as she reveals information about anything in science. The students include Carlos, Phoebe, Keesha, Dorothy Ann, Tim, Ralphie, Arnold, and Wanda. Originally, The Magic School Bus aired on PBS. But when production ceased after four years, The Magic School Bus's run on PBS ended with it.

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Scheduleevery Saturday at 06:30 (25 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E13Takes a Dive (Coral Reefs)Dec 6, 1997
S04E12In the City (Critters)Nov 29, 1997
S04E11Gets Programmed (Computers)Nov 22, 1997
S04E10Gets Charged (Electricity)Nov 15, 1997
S04E09Makes a Stink (Smell)Nov 8, 1997
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did 'The Magic School Bus' premiere?

'The Magic School Bus' premiered in 1994.

Who created 'The Magic School Bus'?

'The Magic School Bus' was created by Joanna Cole and Bruce Degen.

What is the premise of 'The Magic School Bus'?

'The Magic School Bus' follows the adventures of Ms. Frizzle and her class as they go on exciting field trips using a magical school bus that can transform into anything.

Who provides the voice for Ms. Frizzle in 'The Magic School Bus'?

Lily Tomlin voices the character of Ms. Frizzle in 'The Magic School Bus'.

How many kids are in Ms. Frizzle's class?

There are a total of eight kids in Ms. Frizzle's class in 'The Magic School Bus'.

What is the name of the school in 'The Magic School Bus'?

The school in 'The Magic School Bus' is called Walkerville Elementary School.

What is the name of the bus driver in 'The Magic School Bus'?

The bus driver in 'The Magic School Bus' is named Valerie Felicity Frizzle, also known as Ms. Frizzle.

What is the name of the lizard in 'The Magic School Bus'?

The lizard in 'The Magic School Bus' is named Liz.

What is the name of Arnold's cousin in 'The Magic School Bus'?

Arnold's cousin in 'The Magic School Bus' is named Janet.

What is the name of the class hamster in 'The Magic School Bus'?

The class hamster in 'The Magic School Bus' is named Wanda.

How many episodes are there in 'The Magic School Bus'?

'The Magic School Bus' has a total of 52 episodes.

What is the theme song of 'The Magic School Bus'?

The theme song of 'The Magic School Bus' is titled "Ride on the Magic School Bus".

Which episode of 'The Magic School Bus' explores the human body?

The episode titled "Inside Ralphie" explores the human body in 'The Magic School Bus'.

Which episode of 'The Magic School Bus' explores space?

The episode titled "Gets Lost in Space" explores space in 'The Magic School Bus'.

Which episode of 'The Magic School Bus' explores the ocean?

The episode titled "Ups and Downs" explores the ocean in 'The Magic School Bus'.

Which episode of 'The Magic School Bus' explores the rainforest?

The episode titled "In the Rainforest" explores the rainforest in 'The Magic School Bus'.

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  • A varázslatos iskolabusz (Hungary)

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