PythagoraSwitch is a 15-minute Japanese educational television program by NHK which aired since 2002. It encourages augmenting children's "way of thinking" under the supervision of Masahiko Satō and Masumi Uchino. A five-minute format called PythagoraSwitch Mini is also available.
During the beginning, ending, and between each corner, there are Pythagorean Devices. Pythagorean Devices are known in the US as "Rube Goldberg machines", or in Great Britain as "Heath Robinson" contraptions. The main focus of the program is a puppet show, but the subject is mainly advanced by the small corners. World phenomena, principles, characteristics, and the like are introduced in an entertaining way. At the end of each segment "Pitagora Suitchi" is sung as a kind of punchline.
A lovable series that is all about friendship. Baby butterfly and his animal friends remember fun times they had together, like the day they went to the beach, the day they did magic tricks, or the day they played in a band! Together they manage to overcome any difficulties because they know that staying friends is the most important thing of all.
"The Forks with Spiky Hands" is a comedy animation based on the popular South Korean Naver Webcomic "Tilly the Spiky Hands". The series follows the unusual Fork Family on their everyday adventures as the parents deal with work and home life, school, and even ghosts. Daughter Tilly has pointy, sharp hands and an even sharper wit. Patriarch, Mr. Fork, wears a frightening mask but has a heart of gold. Kooky and carefree mom Mrs. Fork is crazy about cupcakes, and naughty son Chaby can talk with animals.
KIKO is hyperactive, very smart, spontaneous boy, and always be a leader among his friends. KIKO who runs fast and good at soccer is known as a honest and delight friend. But naughtiness and curiosity of this goldfish sometimes makes him and his friends fall into silly and fun adventure
Deep in the heart of the Tiny Universe lies the North Planet where Bing and Bong, make their home. These two explorers are catapulted to the surrounding worlds in their solar system on a flying white couch where they explore, learn about the inhabitants, develop friendships and have fun.
Altair, growing up in the bizarre world of the Starish people, he has a blast. He rides on roller coasters that design themselves, he has a star-herding green dog, and he can fly. What more could a boy want?
Philippe Cousteau Jr., grandson of the legendary Jacques Cousteau, explores the most spectacular places - on the earth, inside the earth, and above the earth - in this riveting earth science series.