Dr. Wonder's Workshop
The show addresses characteristics and values among an ensemble cast of deaf people (incl. new staff) working in an inventor's office. Sign Songs, Bible Stories, Object Lessons, and more remain. All is in ASL with voiceovers and captions.
- 2007-2021
- 5 seasons
- Smile of a Child TV
- Family
- TV-Y
The show addresses characteristics and values among an ensemble cast of deaf people (incl. new staff) working in an inventor's office. Sign Songs, Bible Stories, Object Lessons, and more remain. All is in ASL with voiceovers and captions.
Season 5 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
We're In This Together
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Paula's working on a way to prevent lightning damage, and suddenly the machines in the workshop go haywire. Lisa's calculator gives wrong answers. Doc's new laptop won't accept CD's. Edwin's equipment keeps shocking him. But nobody realizes that everyone else is having similar problems. That is, everyone but Miguel. Miguel's equipment is working well, including the newly developed Virtual Reality Gloves. With these, he can deal with the virus that's causing problems in the lab. Episode includes the story of Paul's escape in a basket and thoughts on a Swiss army knife.
Episode 2
Love Others...
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Tony Cerebro joins the team, helping in his own way, frustrating Paula and Miguel. They learn that loving others means respect and second chances. Includes the Golden Rule, a story of David and Saul, and a mirror to help Paul see clearly.
Episode 3
...As You Love Yourself
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Tony's a very smart guy. Edwin and Paula start to compare themselves to him, each reacting negatively. Seeing themselves as God sees them makes a big difference. Episode includes a story of King Saul and a special mirror for Bianca.
Episode 4
Finish the Job
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
The Workshop is a mess, people are leaving unfinished work all over the place. Lisa encourages them with a story about finishing, and they work together to get things done. Episode includes the story of the job Jesus finished.
Episode 5
What is a "Covet?"
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Paula sees new work areas for Miguel and Tinkerer's Corner, and imagines having an office with space for her things. Episode includes the story of David and Bathsheba, as well as a lot of trading between Paul and Bianca.
Episode 6
Be Opto-mistic
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Edwin is struggling to see the positive side of things, so Doc, Tony, and Pops make some glasses to help. Episode includes what Jesus said about worry, thoughts on half a glass of juice, and a song on thinking positive.
Episode 7
Keep Trying
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Events keep blocking Miguel's ability to take American Citizenship test. Tony shares a story of Thomas Edison, encouraging Miguel to try again. Episode includes a story of Paul and Barnabas, as well as an interesting fishing trip.
Episode 8
Rules are for Winners
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Tony learns the Workshop has some rules for success, like safety first, a clean environment, and following through on agreements. Episode includes a story of Daniel, a song about the Ten Commandments, and an unusual race.
Episode 9
Stingy Stinks!
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Tony has invented a helmet that reads his mind, but doesn't want to let the others use it. In the end, Lisa explains to Tony that he needs to share his tools for the good of the whole team.
Episode 10
Resist Temptation
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Doc and Tony are working on a time machine, but it's not ready now. Edwin can't resist using it as soon as they leave and bad things happen. Doc explains that everyone is tempted, but we must resist temptation.
Episode 11
Get Involved
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
The Finger Food Cafe is flooded, and Carlo's hosting a celebration in a few hours. He needs everyone's help, but Lisa struggles to join the messy effort. Episode includes a story of Jonathan and David, as well as a birthday surprise.
Episode 12
Earn Trust
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Miguel keeps pulling pranks in the office. Paula and Edwin tell him about "The Boy who Cried Wolf" and explain why pretending to have an emergency is bad.
Episode 13
Hold Tight to the Truth
Sun, Aug 23, 2026
Edwin gets expert advice on preparing for taxes, but something doesn't seem right. The team learns that things work better when you stick to the truth. Episode includes the story of Jesus being tempted and two workers in a candy factory.
