WordGirl

WordGirl (2007-2015)

EndedAnimation showComedy, Action, Adventure

Becky Botsford is an average fifth-grader who, when duty calls, is transformed into WordGirl. WordGirl flies to the rescue when there is trouble in The City, and this super heroine uses vocabulary to defeat outlaws. With the help of her monkey sidekick, Captain Huggy Face, WordGirl spends each episode defeating a quirky cast of misfit bad guys.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday at 15:00 (12 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E34Caper or Plastic?août 6, 2016
S04E33One Last Sandwichaoût 6, 2016
S07E25Judging Butcheroct. 8, 2015
S07E24Guess Who's Coming to Thanksgiving Dinneroct. 8, 2015
S08E26Rhyme and Reason, Part 2août 7, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did WordGirl premiere?

WordGirl premiered on September 3, 2007.

What is the name of the main character in WordGirl?

The name of the main character in WordGirl is Becky Botsford.

What is WordGirl's secret identity?

WordGirl's secret identity is Becky Botsford.

Who is WordGirl's sidekick?

WordGirl's sidekick is a monkey named Captain Huggy Face.

In what city does WordGirl live?

WordGirl lives in the city of Fair City.

What is the name of WordGirl's nemesis?

The name of WordGirl's nemesis is Dr. Two-Brains.

What is the name of the game show in WordGirl's world?

The name of the game show in WordGirl's world is "May I Have a Word?"

What is WordGirl's catchphrase?

WordGirl's catchphrase is "Word up!"

Who provides the voice of WordGirl?

Dannah Feinglass provides the voice of WordGirl.

What type of humor is used in WordGirl?

WordGirl uses wordplay humor.

How many episodes were produced in the first season of WordGirl?

26 episodes were produced in the first season of WordGirl.

What is the age range for the target audience of WordGirl?

The target audience for WordGirl is children ages 6-8.

What type of educational messages does WordGirl promote?

WordGirl promotes messages about vocabulary, grammar, and literacy through its educational content.

What awards has WordGirl won?

WordGirl has won two Emmy Awards and a Daytime Emmy Award.

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