Boohbah(2003)
Overview
Boohbah was a children's television show. It premiered in 2003 on ITV in the United Kingdom, and on 19 January 2004 in the United States on PBS until 2 July 2006. It was created by Anne Wood with scripts by Alan Dapre and Robin Stevens. Anne Wood also created the children's show Teletubbies, and Boohbah is produced by the UK's Ragdoll Ltd. and the USA's PBS Kids. The similarity between this show and Teletubbies, both of which have a "science fiction" theme, is notable. One of the show's trademarks is a child's voice pronouncing the show's name in sing-song. "Boohbah" means "doll" in Hebrew, but it is not clear if this influenced the name of the show, or even if the creators are aware of this.
Created By: Anne Wood
Episodes
Skipping Rope
Come and bounce with the Boohbahs and do some funny folding. In Storyworld, Sister is skipping with a swirly skipping rope and soon everyone wants a turn. But can they all join in without getting in a twist?
Pearly Shells
Tone up with some Boohbah twists, and have fun hiding in a line. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find some shells on the seashore. Can they spot the special shells and winkle out what’s inside?
Rope and Rock
Swing your arms and shape up with the Boohbahs and do the Push and Pull dance. In Storyworld, Grandmamma and Grandpappa discover a rope. Can they find out what is on the other end if they pull together?
Musical Pipe
Keep fit with some quick Boohbah action, and join in with their whirly weaving. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady finds a musical flute. The Storypeople take note and dance to her twirly tune.
Windows
Shape up with some Boohbah swingy twirls, and have fun hiding your head and feet. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find a floating window. But can they see who’s behind the window curtains?
Comfy Armchair
Get up and gallop with the Boohbahs, and help them sneak up and surprise each other. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a comfy chair. But can he sit down before Little Dog Fido collars it?
Record Player
Get in a spin with the busy dizzy Boohbahs, and guess when it’s time to Stop and Go. In Storyworld, Grandmamma has found a round record. But will the Storypeople have time to move to the groovy music?
Squeaky Socks
Jump side to side with the Boohbahs, and lift your feet to the funny Boohbah beat. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find some big squeaky socks. But will this discovery put a spring in their step?
Pile of Balls
Let your feet march to the magical Boohbah beat, and do a wonderful wobbly dance. In Storyworld, Mr Man discovers some colourful balls. But can he pile them up without being in a big heap of trouble?
Painting the Fence
Join in and jump with the Boohbahs, again and again and again. In Storyworld, Auntie discovers that a pot of paint goes a very long way. But can she finish the fence before it runs out?
Big Bass Drum
Jump to the beat and be a star with the Boohbahs, and make some magical marching moves. In Storyworld, Grandmamma discovers that a bouncy bass drum is hard to beat. But can she make it a big hit with the Storypeople?
Hammock
Hip and hop about with the Boohbahs, and look out for lots of loopy leaping. In Storyworld, Grandpappa is given a hammock to lie on. But will he ever get into the swing of it?
Squeaky Seesaw
Swing your legs with the Boohbahs and be ready for lots of swaying. In Storyworld, Grandpappa and Mr Man are stuck on a seesaw. What is the solution to this squeaky problem?
Jack-In-A-Box
Come and do silly sideways Boohbah steps, and a jumping Bungee Boo dance. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady finds a springy jack in a box, and the key to making it jump up and down. Brother and Sister get a turn too but can they all jump high enough.
Bubbles
Join in with some bouncing Boohbah jumping, and try to scrunch up small and stretch out big. In Storyworld, Mr Man and Grandmamma are busy bursting bubbles. But can they pop them all or will they need a helping hand?
Settee and Cushions
Hop to it with some Boohbah skips, and run around from side to side. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds a settee and some cushions. But will things go downhill when Brother and Sister try to sit down?
Big Comb
Time for some funny Boohbah stomps, then lots of lying down and standing up. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a comb and has a hair-raising experience. But can he sort out this knotty problem and tie up loose ends?
The Big Ball
Stretch and sway with the Boohbahs, and get busy bouncing. In Storyworld, Grandpappa discovers that his new ball is a big let down. He tries to get it back into shape, but can he carry it off?
Yellow Woolly Jumper
Tone up your tum and bum with the Boohbahs, and do some silly arm swings. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady discovers a yellow woolly jumper. But can she wear it without a snag?
Musical Instruments
Be wide and thin with the Boohbahs, and make some magical marching moves. In Storyworld, the Storypeople are trying to play their musical instruments. But will Grandmamma drum up a noteworthy performance from them all?
The High Wall
Shape up with silly Boohbah marching, and spin around and around and around. In Storyworld, Grandmamma tries to nap in a big bed. But will she rock herself to sleep, or roll?
Cakes and Strings
Hop side to side with the Boohbahs, and have fun hiding in a line. In Storyworld, Mr Man discovers a tall wall. Brother and Sister want to join him on the same side, but can they find what the answer hinges on?
Cakes and String
Go for wide walks with the Boohbahs, and join in with their whirly weaving. In Storyworld, Auntie finds two tasty cakes, which she wants to share. But can she also find Mr Man by following the woolly clue?
Building Blocks
Be wide and thin with the Boohbahs, and do the Push and Pull dance. In Storyworld, Grandpappa and Mrs Lady discover a closed door. But will the way to go through ever ring a bell?
Hot Dog
Loosen up with lots of Boohbah leans, and do the funny Falling Up dance. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds six big building blocks. But will she soon be in a stack of trouble?
Treasure Chest
Scrunch up small and stretch out big with the Boohbahs, and do the jumping Bungee Boo dance. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a tasty hot dog. But will he end up red-faced when he takes a bite?
Flippers
Shape up with some Boohbah skipping, and make some magical marching moves. In Storyworld, Auntie finds a sunken chest in the sand. But can she unlock it and discover the dazzling secret inside?
Two Hats
Come and circle your arms with the Boohbahs, and have lots of fun lifting up your legs. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find some flappy flippers. Can they put them on and have a splashing time?
Bells
Time for twirly Boohbah hops, and to do a dizzy In and Out Dance. In Storyworld, Grandmamma and Grandpappa have two hats. But when they stand up tall will the funny hats fall?
Shed
Swing your arms with the busy dizzy Boohbahs, and scrunch up small and stretch out big. In Storyworld, Grandmamma tries to pick up a very big bell. Will she drop a clanger?
Suit of Armor
Time to do some funny Boohbah folding, and hide your head and feet. In Storyworld, Brother & Sister have fun hiding inside a shed. Can Mr Man spot their running joke?
Shining Armour
Keep fit with some quick Boohbah action, and dance again and again and again. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds some shiny armour. But will it suit him when he puts it on?
Flowers & Vase
Move your arms back and front with the Boohbahs, then do lots of lying down and standing up. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds some funny tall flowers. But can she sniff out the best of the bunch and take her pick?
A Big Bag
Time to twist with the twirly Boohbahs, and do a wonderful Wobbly dance. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find a bag high above their heads. But will it branch out too far and be too big to handle?
Piggy Bank
Shape up with some Boohbah swingy twirls, and do a Flay Away and Back dance. In Storyworld, Mr Man, Auntie and Grandmamma find a Piggy Bank. Can they shake, rattle and roll out what’s inside?
Drink of Milk
Get up and gallop with the Boohbahs, and do a funny Up and Down dance. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a jug of drink. But is there a milky way to share it?
Following the Signs
Get in a spin with the busy dizzy Boohbahs, and do a crazy Collecting dance. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a leaky hose. But can he press on and find a sticky answer to his tricky situation?
Parping Horn
Jump side to side with the Boohbahs, and help them sneak up and surprise each other. In Storyworld, Grandpappa is parping a little horn. But will Mr Man also find it a hoot?
Musical Cushions
Let your feet march to the magical Boohbah beat, and do a funny Following dance. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds some musical cushions. Can he get them in the right order without too much quavering?
Following the Signs
Join in and jump with the Boohbahs, and run round and round and round. In Storyworld, Grandpappa and Mr Man see some signs. But can they go in the right direction without getting in a spin?
Puddle
Be a star when you jump with the Boohbahs, and lift your feet to their funny dancing beat. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady finds a playful puddle. Will she put her foot in it when she tries to pass by?
Skittles
Hip and hop about with the Boohbahs, and do the funny Falling Up dance. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds some big skittles. But will she strike it lucky and knock them all down?
Pencil Sharpener
Start with some silly sideways Boohbah steps, and spin around and around and around. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a sharp pencil. But when it snaps will he miss the point?
Cracker
Swing your legs with the Boohbahs, and then do the Push and Pull dance. In Storyworld, Brother & Sister come across a cracker. But will they be able to pull together and crack what’s inside?
Island
Scrunch up small and stretch out big with the busy dizzy Boohbahs and do a wonderful wobbly dance. In Storyworld, Brother & Sister are on a desert island. When the race is on, will they pull the plug or be left all at sea?
Collecting Mail
Hop to it with some silly Boohbah skips, and make a chain like a train. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds a heap of mail. Can she get it all sorted and deliver the goods?
Tunnel
Time for some funny Boohbah stomps, and lots of twirly whirly weaving. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady explores a funny tunnel. When the Storypeople climb inside to join her will there be a big bump?
Necklace
Stretch and sway with the Boohbahs, and look out for lots of loopy leaping. In Storyworld, Auntie discovers a long row of beads. Can she put them all together without losing the thread?
Pulling Rope
Tone up your tum and bum with the Boohbahs, and join them as they dance together and apart. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a heavy suitcase. Does he still have the drive after unpacking it?
Television
Be wide and thin with the Boohbahs, and help them sneak up and surprise each other. In Storyworld, Mr Man finds a television. Will he be as switched on and get the picture?
Long Drink
Be a star and jump with the Boohbahs and then do a crazy Collecting dance. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady discovers some juice. Will she ever find a way to drink it - could this be the last straw?
Fairground Thing
Hop side to side with the Boohbahs and do some silly arm swings. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds a tall springy thingy. Can she make lots of noise with it and be a big hit?
Big Switch
Be a star when you jump with the Boohbahs, and lift your feet to their funny dancing beat. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady finds a playful puddle. Will she put her foot in it when she tries to pass by?
Bouncers
Go for wide walks with the Boohbahs and be ready for lots of Bouncing. In Storyworld, Auntie finds a big bouncy thing. Will she ever get on top of it and be riding high?
Beards
Loosen up with lots of Boohbah leans and play a Chase and Catch game. In Storyworld, Mr Man finds a bushy beard. Will it be a hair-raising experience when he suddenly sneezes?
Paper Plane
Be wide and thin with the Boohbahs and enjoy some Fly Away and Back fun. In Storyworld, Grandmamma and Mr Man find a piece of paper. If it all takes off, will they go up in the world?
Droopy Flowers
Time to do some funny Boohbah folding, then lots of lying down and standing up. In Storyworld, Auntie discovers some droopy flowers. Can she find a canny way to give them a drink?
Fido’s Flag
Join in and jump with the Bouncing Boohbahs and have some Near and Far fun. In Storyworld, Fido finds a flag. But can he stake his claim to it?
Sailing Boat
Jump to the beat and be a star with the Boohbahs and do a crazy Collecting dance. In Storyworld, Mr Man discovers a little boat. But will it be plain sailing when he gets on board?
Gigantic Carrot
Time to do twirly Boohbah hops and then a chain like a train. In Storyworld, Grandmamma’s carrot is stuck in the ground. Can they pull together and get to the root of the problem?
Stream
Shape up with some silly Boohbah skips and be ready to sway the Boohbah way. In Storyworld, Mr Man and Mrs Lady find a plank by a stream. Can they both get across without making a big splash?
Feathers
Tone up your tum and bum with the Boohbahs, then spin around and around and around. In Storyworld, Grandpappa is blowing a floating feather. But can he keep it up?
Bat and Ball
Swing your arms and shape up with the Boohbahs and do a jumping Bungee Boo dance. In Storyworld, Mr Man finds an enormous bat and ball. But will they be a big hit?
Chair in the Air
Hop to it with some Boohbah skips and do a funny Up and Down dance. In Storyworld, Grandmamma spots an upside-down chair. Will she sit on the problem, or will it be left up in the air?
Falling Oranges
Shape up with some silly Boohbah marching and have some Back and Forth fun. In Storyworld, Mr Man tries to catch some oranges. Will the falling fruit give him the pip?
Comfy Slippers
Get up and gallop with the Boohbahs and play a crazy Chasing game. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds some funny footwear. Will he put his foot in it?
Ice Cream Cone
Get in a spin with the busy dizzy Boohbahs and run round and round and round. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a tricky ice cream. Can he get the problem licked?
Banana Split
Scrunch up small and stretch out big with the Boohbahs and join them as they dance together and apart. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister are going bananas. Will they find a way to share and share alike?
Pulling the Rope
Do magical marching with the Boohbahs and help them sneak up and surprise each other. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a rope in the water. But is there something fishy about what’s on the end?
Springy Sofa
Join in and jump with the Boohbahs and be ready for lots of Bouncing. In Storyworld, Grandpappa sits on a funny sofa. Is it about to spring a surprise?
Club & Ball
Hip and hop about with the Boohbahs and have some Near and Far fun. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds a club and a ball can be off putting. Can he get in the swing of things?
Hole in the Fence
Jump to the beat and be a star with the Boohbahs, then do a dizzy In and Out dance. In Storyworld, Mr Man discovers a big fence is in the way. Will he ever get through this tricky situation?
Crossroads
Swing your legs with the Boohbahs and do a funny Following dance. In Storyworld, some Storypeople are at a crossroads. Will handy Mrs Lady point out the way?
Fido’s Bone
Come and do silly sideways Boohbah steps, then do lots of lying down and standing up. In Storyworld, Fido finds a very big bone. But has the little dog bitten off more than he can chew?
Coloured Bricks
Shape up with some Boohbah swingy twirls and make a chain like a train. In Storyworld, some blocks start falling. But will Mr Man let them lie?
Glowing Lanterns
Jump to the beat and be a star with the Boohbahs and be ready for lots of swaying. In Storyworld, Grandpappa is about to put lanterns on a tall tree. Will he get the hang of it?
Little White Cloud
Jump to the beat and be a star with the Boohbahs and be ready for lots of swaying. In Storyworld, Grandpappa is about to put lanterns on a tall tree. Will he get the hang of it?
Stack of Cushions
Stretch and sway with the Boohbahs and have fun when you wiggle your bum. In Storyworld Grandmamma has a bone to pick with a tumbling stack of cushions. Can she sort out this dog’s dinner?
Jigsaw
Tone up your tum and bum with the Boohbahs and play a Chasing and Catching game. In Storyworld, Mr Man finds a jigsaw. But can he puzzle out where the last piece is?
Stick
Time for some funny Boohbah stomps and run round and round and round. In Storyworld, Fido is getting some stick from Mr Man. Will the little dog join in with the silly throwing game?
Flag
Loosen up with lots of Boohbah leans and have some Back and Forth fun. In Storyworld, Grandpappa waves a flag wonderfully. But can he keep up the standard?
Four Jumpers
Get in a spin with the busy dizzy Boohbahs and do some silly arm swings. In Storyworld, Grandpappa, Grandmamma and Mr Man try on some tops. Is it a pushover to put on a pullover?
Snowshaker
Hip and hop about with the Boohbahs and look out for lots of loopy leaping. In Storyworld, Grandpappa and Grandmamma find a snow-shaker. Will it cause a flurry of excitement?
Squirty Flower
Go for wide walks with the Boohbahs and do a crazy Collecting dance. In Storyworld, Mr Man and Grandpappa find a flower. Or is it really a power shower?
Fido’s Picture
Shape up with silly Boohbah marching, and have fun hiding in a line. In Storyworld, Mr Man wants to look at Fido's picture but it keeps falling down. Can he find out who has been framed?
Unwinding Carpet
Scrunch up small and stretch out big with the Boohbahs and have lots of Near and Far fun. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister run on a carpet. But for how long?
Bouncy Castle
Shape up and do some Boohbah skips and then bounce with the Boohbahs. In Storyworld, a bouncy castle is causing bother. Will Mrs Lady be forced to put her foot down?
Wardrobe
Swing your arms round with the busy dizzy Boohbahs and have fun when you wiggle your bum. In Storyworld, Grandpappa finds some things to wear. But is his new wardrobe fashionable?
Over the Net
Jump to the beat and be a star with the Boohbahs and play a Chasing and Catching game. In Storyworld, a stretchy net is in Grandmamma’s way. Can she get over it?
Snowballs
Join in and jump with the Boohbahs and do a wonderful wobbly dance. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister sculpt the cold snow. But can they stick it?
Space Rocket
Do some funny Boohbah folding and have fun hiding your head and feet. In Storyworld, Grandpappa wants to join the space race. But should he get a rocket if he is late?
Sticky Wrapper
Swing your legs with the Boohbahs, and then do the Push and Pull dance. In Storyworld, Brother & Sister come across a cracker. But will they be able to pull together and crack what’s inside?
Jumping On The Balls
Swing your arms back and front with the Boohbahs and join them as they dance together and apart. In Storyworld, Grandpappa scatters some balls. Can he pool his resources before they go everywhere?
Sledge
Jump side to side with the Boohbahs, and dance again and again and again. In Storyworld, Mr Man tries to climb a snowy hill. Are there steps he can take to get to the top?
Camera
Shape up with some Boohbah swingy twirls and guess when it’s time to Stop and Go. In Storyworld, Grandmamma finds a flashy camera. Will she make it snappy and take a photo?
Tightrope
Get up and gallop with the Boohbahs and have some Back and Forth fun. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister find a fantastic rope. But will they keep their feet on the ground?
Ball & Hoop
Hop side to side with the Boohbahs and try some wild bouncing. In Storyworld, Grandpappa is aiming to get his ball in the high hoop. But is he up to it?
Little Rocky Boat
Hop to it with some Boohbah skips and do some silly arm swings. In Storyworld, Grandpappa wants to ride off in a little rocky boat. Is he all at sea, or will it be plain sailing?
Flying Fish
Go for wide walks with the Boohbahs and look out for lots of loopy leaping. In Storyworld, something fishy makes a splash. Can Mrs Lady and Brother and Sister find out what it is?
Bucket & Spade
Swing your arms and shape up with the Boohbahs, and try to scrunch up small and stretch out big. In Storyworld, Brother and Sister dig a small sandcastle with their bucket and spade. But can they raise the standard higher?
Umbrella
Keep fit with some quick Boohbah action and do a funny Following dance. In Storyworld the Story People try to shelter under a big umbrella, but will it be a washout?
Snowman
Let your feet march to the magical Boohbah beat and to do a dizzy In and Out Dance. In Storyworld, Mrs Lady and Auntie find some snowballs. Can they figure out what to do next?
Grass Skirt
Swing your legs with the Boohbahs and have fun when you wiggle your bum. In Storyworld, Grandpappa, Auntie and Mr Man find three grass skirts. Can they wriggle into them?
Book
Come and do silly sideways Boohbah steps and have fun hiding your head and feet. In Storyworld, Grandpappa looks in a big book. Can he figure out who has been drawn inside?
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