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Did You Know These 7 Interesting Facts About Mr. Dressup?

Mr. Dressup was one of the most iconic characters in children's television for decades. But how much do you really know about him? The long history of Mr. Dressup is one to celebrate! Here are 7 interesting facts about one of the greatest shows for kids! 1. Mr. Dressup's real name is Ernie CoombsAmerican Ernie Coombs first created the character of Mr. Dressup for a TV series called Butternut Square in 1964 before the show officially launched in 19672. He used to be a painterCoombs was a painter, set designer and technician before he became on of the most famous

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"Little Star" Was The Weirdest Show You Probably Don't Remember

Growing up, we had a lot of kids show to watch. Some great, some not so great. One of those "not so great" shows was something called Little Star. It was an...odd...mix of both animation and terrifying puppets. The opening credits take you through space, where the planets are actually fruit? And a dog? Because that's OBVIOUSLY what happens in space. Even on IMDB there's limited information on this show. "The heroes live on "Mimosa", a beautiful well-equipped space station that travels through the galaxy. Little Star is a charming fairy space that follows a cheerful team during

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Important News: They Are Making A Lisa Frank Movie

Hollywood will find a way to turn just about anything into a movie. This time, it's with the Lisa Frank stationary. If you were around in the 90s, Lisa Frank probably needs no more explanation, but if you want a refresher it was the collections of rainbow colored paper, folders and stickers that were EVERYWHERE. Everything is almost blindingly colorful and glittery, with unicorns, puppies and kittens scattered around for good measure. This neon colored stationary set is now getting the Hollywood treatment with its own movie. So far all we know is that it will be done in a

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Do You Remember The Big Comfy Couch Clock Stretch?

"Are you ready? Are you ready? Are you ready to clown around? With Lunette and Molly, a clown and her dolly, on the BIG. COMFY. COUCH."Once you heard those words coming from the TV, it was time for everyone in the house to shut up so you could watch your favorite show.Lunette was many things, but subtle was not one of them. If she did something, she did it BIG. Which is probably why she chose to stretch every morning on a giant clock rug. Who cares why she did it, though? Odds are, I was on the