Cyberchase: Buzz and the Tree
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Cyberchase: Buzz and the Tree is an Arbor Day special that's part of the PBS Kids show Cyberchase. The show features a diverse group of problem solving kids -- Jackie (Novie Edwards), Matt (Jacqueline Pillon), and Inez (Annick Obonsawin) -- collectively called the CyberSquad, who use their knowledge of math and science to save the world from the evil villain, Hacker, with the help of their Cyberspace friend, Digit (Gilbert Gottfried). In this special episode, the CyberSquad puts their problems with Buzz and Delete (Hacker's minions) to the side to help them solve a problem and save their friendship. There is a lot to learn about nature, teamwork, and helping others.
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What's the Story?
In CYBERCHASE: BUZZ AND THE TREE, it's Arbor Day -- a day for planting trees with your best friend, according to Delete. The problem: Delete's best friend, Buzz, is so wrapped up in his video game that he doesn't want to be bothered with nature. In an effort to save his friendship and honor the special day, Delete calls on the CyberSquad to help Buzz learn to value trees for their important roles and for the beauty they provide. Will his plan work?
Is It Any Good?
Besides solid science content, viewers learn important lessons about friendship and nature in this unique special. Cyberchase: Buzz and the Tree is an easy-to watch educational show because the focus on other issues makes learning feel natural. The "For Real" segment makes the learning real, with relatable kids and an experiment that kids will likely want to try…after planting a tree with their best friend, of course. Who knew we needed an Arbor Day special?
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about friendship in Cyberchase: Buzz and the Tree. Why does the CyberSquad decide to help Delete with his problem with Buzz? How does the CyberSquad show their appreciation for Digit? What message does the show send about friendship?
Why are trees so important? What can we do to help save trees? How can we show that we value trees?
Which of your friends would you want to plant a tree with for Arbor Day? What kind of tree would you want to plant? Why?
TV Details
- Premiere date: April 29, 2022
- Cast: Novie Edwards, Jacqueline Pillon, Annick Obonsawin, Gilbert Gottfried
- Network: PBS Kids
- Genre: Kids' Animation
- Topics: STEM, Friendship, Holidays, Science and Nature
- TV rating: TV-Y
- Award: Common Sense Selection
- Last updated: July 5, 2022
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