Reading Rainbow 1983
“Take a look, it’s in a book, a Reading Rainbow!”
What is Reading Rainbow?
The television series "Reading Rainbow" features a format where each episode centers on a theme from a book or other children's literature. The theme is explored through a number of segments or stories.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1983
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 155
- Runtime
- 30 minutes
- First aired
- Jun 6, 1983
- Last aired
- Nov 10, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- PBS
- Genres
- Kids
- Updated
Where to watch
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 155 episodes and an average 30-minute runtime.
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Overview
The television series "Reading Rainbow" features a format where each episode centers on a theme from a book or other children's literature. The theme is explored through a number of segments or stories. The series aims to build a lasting connection with children and their favorite books, allowing them to journey to exciting places.
Should you watch it?
“Explore the magic of children's literature through themed episodes.”
- Encourages reading and literacy in children
- Features diverse children's literature themes
- Takes viewers on imaginative journeys
- Targeted primarily at children
- May feel dated to modern audiences
Watch it if you want to foster a love of reading in young viewers.
Suitable for children and families seeking educational programming.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 15 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Tight Times Jun 6, 1983
- E2 Miss Nelson Is Back Jun 7, 1983
- E3 Bea and Mr. Jones Jun 8, 1983
- E4 Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain Jun 9, 1983
- E5 Louis the Fish Jun 10, 1983
- E6 Digging Up Dinosaurs Jun 13, 1983
- E7 Liang and the Magic Paintbrush Jun 14, 1983
- E8 Gila Monsters Meet You at the Airport Jun 15, 1983
- E9 Three Days on a River in a Red Canoe Jun 16, 1983
- E10 The Gift of the Sacred Dog Jun 17, 1983
- E11 Gregory, the Terrible Eater Jun 20, 1983
- E12 Three by the Sea Jun 21, 1983
- E13 Arthur's Eyes Jun 22, 1983
- E14 The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash Jun 22, 1983
- E15 Ty's One Man Band Jun 23, 1983
Season 2 · 5 episodes
- E1 Hot-Air Henry Jan 1, 1984
- E2 Simon's Book Jan 1, 1984
- E3 Ox-Cart Man Jan 1, 1984
- E4 Mystery on the Docks Jan 1, 1984
- E5 A Chair for My Mother Jan 1, 1984
Season 3 · 5 episodes
- E1 Paul Bunyan Jul 1, 1985
- E2 The Patchwork Quilt Jul 2, 1985
- E3 Hill of Fire Jul 3, 1985
- E4 The Tortoise and the Hare Jul 5, 1985
- E5 Perfect the Pig Jul 22, 1985
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Animal Cafe Jun 23, 1986
- E2 Alistair in Outer Space Jun 24, 1986
- E3 Feelings Jun 25, 1986
- E4 Watch the Stars Come Out Jun 26, 1986
- E5 Mama Don't Allow Jun 27, 1986
- E6 Space Case Jun 30, 1986
- E7 The Milk Makers Jul 1, 1986
- E8 Imogene's Antlers Jul 2, 1986
- E9 Germs Make Me Sick! Jul 3, 1986
- E10 Abiyoyo Jul 4, 1986
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 The Life Cycle of the Honey Bee Jun 22, 1987
- E2 Keep the Lights Burning, Abbie Jun 23, 1987
- E3 Chickens Aren't the Only Ones Jun 24, 1987
- E4 The Paper Crane Jun 25, 1987
- E5 The Runaway Duck Jun 28, 1987
- E6 A Three Hat Day Jun 29, 1987
- E7 Rumplestiltskin Jun 30, 1987
- E8 Best Friends Jul 1, 1987
- E9 Meanwhile Back at the Ranch Jul 2, 1987
- E10 My Little Island Jul 3, 1987
Frequently asked questions
What age group is this show for?
The show is designed for children and families.
What is the main focus of each episode?
Each episode explores a theme from children's literature through various segments.
Does the show feature real books?
Yes, episodes are centered around books and other children's literature.
Are there recurring segments in episodes?
Episodes include multiple segments or stories related to the featured theme.
What type of places does the show visit?
The show takes viewers to exciting places related to the episode themes.