Barney and Friends is an upbeat television show viewed on PBS, which aired in 1992. Barney is a purple dinosaur stuffed animal that can be brought to life by his friends, usually three to four young school children. He sometimes shares the stage with three other dinosaurs: Baby Bop, BJ, and cousin Riff. Together, the children and Barney sing songs, dance, and teach everyday life lessons. Each televised episode ends with the Barney favorite, “I love you”.
While the typical literacy skills may not be displayed, the show does promote creativity through imagination, and a high content of popular musical numbers that can educate children in narrative skills and vocabulary. Social skills are also prominent throughout the Barney segments.
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