Ep 12. Arthur Writes A Story/Arthur's Lost Dog

Arthur season 1 episode 12 is a two-part episode containing "Arthur Writes A Story" and "Arthur's Lost Dog."

In "Arthur Writes A Story," Arthur gets an assignment to write a story for class. He struggles at first, but eventually creates a story about a character named Bionic Bunny who fights against a villain named Dark Bunny. His friends and family all enjoy the story and encourage him to enter it into a contest. However, when Arthur attends the contest and sees the other entries, he becomes discouraged and thinks his story isn't good enough. In the end, he learns that everyone has their own unique talents and that his story was excellent in its own way.

In "Arthur's Lost Dog," Arthur's dog Pal runs away after he forgets to close the gate to the backyard. Arthur and his friends search the neighborhood and create lost dog posters, hoping to find Pal. Along the way, they encounter different people and animals who offer to help or have their own stories about lost pets. In the end, they are able to find Pal and bring him back home safely.

Overall, both episodes deal with themes of creativity, perseverance, and friendship. "Arthur Writes A Story" highlights the importance of believing in oneself and finding one's own voice, while "Arthur's Lost Dog" emphasizes the power of community and the value of kindness towards animals.