Look and Read

Look and Read (1967-2003)

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Look and Read is a BBC television programme for primary schools, aimed at improving children's literacy skills. The programme presents fictional stories in a serial format, the first of which was broadcast in 1967 and the most recent in 2004, making it the longest running nationally broadcast programme for schools in the UK. The series remains popular among school children, and has also gained a cult following among those who have grown up with it.

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Scheduleevery Friday (19 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S20E05A Secret Comes to LightMar 29, 2004
S20E04Phantoms and PhotographsMar 22, 2004
S20E03A Flicker at the FairgroundMar 15, 2004
S20E02The Girl in BlueMar 8, 2004
S20E01A Light at the WindowMar 1, 2004
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Look and Read premiere?

Look and Read premiered on January 18, 1967.

What was the genre of Look and Read?

Look and Read was a series that blended educational content with storylines that were meant to pique the interest of children.

Who was the target audience for Look and Read?

Look and Read was aimed at children between the ages of 7 and 11.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Look and Read?

The first season of Look and Read consisted of 10 episodes.

What was the purpose of Look and Read?

Look and Read was created to improve the literacy levels of children and help foster a greater love of reading and writing.

Who wrote the storylines featured in Look and Read?

The storylines for Look and Read were written by a team of experienced authors who aimed to create stories that were engaging and informative.

What was unique about Look and Read's approach to teaching children?

Look and Read's approach was unique in that it combined storytelling with educational content, which helped to keep children interested and engaged.

What were some of the topics covered in Look and Read?

Some of the topics covered in Look and Read included grammar, vocabulary, spelling, and comprehension.

What were some of the titles of the stories told on Look and Read?

Some of the titles of the stories told on Look and Read included "Sky Hunter," "The Boy From Space," and "Dark Towers."

Who were some of the actors who appeared on Look and Read?

Some of the actors who appeared on Look and Read included Derek Griffiths, Colin Douglas, and Carol Leader.

What was the format of Look and Read?

Look and Read was a half-hour program that combined live action with animation and puppetry.

What was the purpose of the animated sequences in Look and Read?

The animated sequences in Look and Read were used to illustrate the more complex educational content in a way that was engaging and entertaining for children.

Also known as

  • Spelling with the Spellits (United Kingdom)
  • LRTV (United Kingdom)
  • Shadow Play (United Kingdom)
  • Zzaap and the Word Master (United Kingdom)
  • The Legend of the Lost Keys (United Kingdom)
  • Captain Crimson (United Kingdom)
  • Spywatch (United Kingdom)
  • Earth Warp (United Kingdom)
  • Sky Hunter (United Kingdom)
  • Through the Dragon's Eye (United Kingdom)
  • Geordie Racer (United Kingdom)
  • Badger Girl (United Kingdom)
  • Fair Ground! (United Kingdom)
  • Dark Towers (United Kingdom)
  • The Boy from Space (United Kingdom)
  • The King's Dragon (United Kingdom)
  • Cloud Burst (United Kingdom)
  • Joe and the Sheep Rustlers (United Kingdom)
  • Len and the River Mob (United Kingdom)
  • Bob and Carol Look for Treasure (United Kingdom)

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