Franklin
The popular children's books, written by Paulette Bourgeois, come alive in this television series about a turtle named Franklin. Each episode has a story of Franklin and his friends. You'll meet his parents, Bear (his best friend), Goose, Beaver, Rabbit, Mr. Owl, Badger and Snail along with other animal friends. You will follow the adventures of Franklin as he learns about the world around him, and how to be an honest turtle with good character.
- 1997-2006
- 6 seasons
- CBS
- Animation, Comedy, Drama, Family, Fantasy
- TV-Y
The popular children's books, written by Paulette Bourgeois, come alive in this television series about a turtle named Franklin. Each episode has a story of Franklin and his friends. You'll meet his parents, Bear (his best friend), Goose, Beaver, Rabbit, Mr. Owl, Badger and Snail along with other animal friends. You will follow the adventures of Franklin as he learns about the world around him, and how to be an honest turtle with good character.
Season 6 Episode Guide
13 Episodes 2004
Episode 1
Franklin Itching to Skateboard/Franklin Forgives
23 mins
Franklin and Bear get a case of poison ivy when they take an unapproved forest shortcut; when Harriet accidentally tips over Franklin's goldfish's bowl into the pond, he has trouble accepting her apology.
Episode 2
Hockey Fan Franklin/Mother Hen Franklin
Sun, Jan 1, 2006 23 mins
Franklin's excitement about winning a hockey contest turns to fear when he faces off against his favorite hockey star; Franklin is too protective of Harriet when she suffers a minor scrape.
Episode 3
Franklin's Badge/Franklin Stargazes
Mon, Jan 2, 2006 23 mins
Franklin tries his best to earn a Woodland Valley Trailblazers badge; Franklin tries to work out a compromise after trading away a telescope to his friend Beaver.
Episode 4
Franklin's Swimming Party/Franklin's Soccer Field Folly
Sat, Jun 12, 2004 23 mins
Franklin unintentionally exposes Skunk's secret that she doesn't know how to swim;Franklin learns that life's embarrassing moments happen to everyone
Episode 5
Franklin the Weather Turtle/Franklin's Dance Lessons
23 mins
Franklin learns that forecasting weather is a challenging business; Franklin and Bear learn an important lesson after making a deal with Rabbit and Fox to get out of taking dance lessons.
Episode 6
Franklin in Charge/Franklin's UFO
23 mins
When Mr. Turtle goes away on a trip, Franklin gets in over his head with household chores; Franklin and Rabbit talk with Mr. Mole about UFOs.
Episode 7
Franklin Migrates/Franklin the Photographer
Sun, Jun 6, 2004 23 mins
Franklin is nervous about being the only turtle at an all goose celebration;A flighty butterfly eludes Franklin's efforts to take its picture
Episode 8
Franklin's Word/Franklin's Pond Phantom
Sat, Jun 12, 2004 23 mins
Harriet hears Franklin say an inappropriate word and learns how much fun it is to say it herself...anytime, anywhere;Franklin and Bear create a deception about a sea serpent living in Woodland Pond
Episode 9
Franklin the Coach/Franklin Plays it Safe
Sun, Jun 20, 2004 23 mins
Franklin runs into leadership problems when he volunteers to be a substitute soccer coach;Franklin and Bear avert disaster by cordoning off an unsafe tree fort
Episode 10
Franklin's Favorite Card/Franklin's Expedition
Sat, Jul 24, 2004 23 mins
A strong friendship breaks down when Franklin accuses Bear of losing his favorite trading card;Franklin and Bear's well-planned hike turns out to be more than they'd planned for
Episode 11
Franklin's Bike-A-Thon/Franklin's Candy Caper
Sat, Jun 19, 2004 23 mins
Franklin and Bear spend too much time training for a charity bike ride instead of collecting donations;Franklin saves Bear's reputation when he's suspected of being a candy bandit
Episode 12
Franklin's Go-Cart Race/Sir Franklin's Squire
Sun, Jan 1, 2006 23 mins
Franklin, Bear and Snail collaborate on a unique way of designing a go-cart; Franklin and Snail set off on a royal quest to find Harriet's lost feathered hat.
Episode 13
Franklin Sees the Big Picture/Franklin Figure Skates
23 mins
Franklin learns to appreciate his Granny; Franklin learns about figure-skating from Beaver.