Pajanimals

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  • TV-G
  • 2011
  • 1 Season
  • 7.0  (117)

Pajanimals is a children's television series that first aired on PBS in 2008. The show was created by Jeff Muncy and Alex Rockwell, and it was produced by The Jim Henson Company, a well-known production company that specializes in puppetry and special effects. The show features a cast of colorful and lovable characters known as the Pajanimals. Each episode follows the Pajanimals as they learn important life lessons through their nightly adventures. The show uses music, humor, and relatable storylines to engage young viewers and teach them valuable lessons about things like sharing, cooperation, and perseverance.

The Pajanimals consist of four main characters: Sweetpea Sue, Cowbella, Apollo, and Squacky. Sweetpea Sue, a pink and purple pony, is the oldest of the group, and she is often seen as the leader. Cowbella, a blue and white cow, is the second oldest of the group, and she is known for her love of dancing and dressing up. Apollo, a yellow and orange dog, is the only boy in the group, and he is known for his bravery and his ability to play any instrument. Finally, Squacky, a blue and green duck, is the youngest of the group, and he is known for his silly antics and his love of bedtime stories.

Each episode of Pajanimals begins with the Pajanimals getting ready for bed. They put on their pajamas and settle down to listen to a bedtime story from the Moon, who is personified as a kindly motherly figure. After the story, the Pajanimals drift off to sleep, only to be transported to a magical world where they go on adventures and learn important life lessons.

The episodes cover a wide range of themes, but they are all designed to help young viewers navigate the challenges of growing up. For example, in one episode, the Pajanimals learn about the importance of teamwork as they work together to fix a broken toy. In another episode, they learn about responsibility as they take care of a baby bird. Throughout the series, the Pajanimals also learn about things like sharing, patience, and dealing with fears and anxieties.

The show's creators worked with child development experts to make sure that each episode was not only entertaining but also educational. They wanted to create a show that would engage young viewers and help them develop important life skills. To that end, the show features catchy songs and colorful visuals, as well as relatable storylines that children can easily follow.

One of the things that sets Pajanimals apart from other children's shows is its use of puppetry. The main characters are all puppets, and they are brought to life by a team of skilled puppeteers. The show's creators wanted to use puppets as a way to make the characters more relatable and engaging for young viewers. The puppetry also allows the show to include more physical comedy and visual gags, which can be entertaining for both children and adults.

Overall, Pajanimals is an engaging and educational children's show that has something to offer for viewers of all ages. Its catchy songs, relatable storylines, and colorful visuals make it a hit with young viewers, while its focus on important life lessons makes it a valuable tool for parents and educators. With its lovable cast of characters and its entertaining adventures, Pajanimals is sure to continue to capture the hearts of viewers for years to come.

Pajanimals is a series that is currently running and has 1 seasons (26 episodes). The series first aired on January 10, 2011.

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Seasons
I Was a Baby? / We're Going Camping!
26. I Was a Baby? / We're Going Camping!
September 9, 2012
Squacky feels like he can?t do anything because his older brother Apollo is better at many things than he is.
Snow Business / Accidents Can Happen
25. Snow Business / Accidents Can Happen
September 7, 2012
The Pajanimals are all excited for the first snow and they go see Bedtime Bunny who says that waiting can be hard, but it's a part of life and that good things come to those who wait. / The Pajanimals visit the Big Blue Sea where Granny Pearl explains to Cowbella that she is in charge of her body, which means you have to listen to your body and stop what you're doing if you have to go potty.
One Teacup, Two Friends / Mind Your Manners
24. One Teacup, Two Friends / Mind Your Manners
September 6, 2012
ONE TEACUP, TWO FRIENDS: Cowbella and Sweet Pea Sue get teacups as a gift from Grandma, but when they arrive, Sweet Pea's tea cup is broken. Sweet Pea Sue gets mad at Cowbella because she won't share her cup, so the Pajanimals travel to the Night Sky, where the moon explains that Cowbella and Sweet Pea Sue are family, and family should always make each other feel better. When they return home, the two girls decide the best thing to do is share the teacup. MIND YOUR MANNERS: The Pajanimals don't think that good manners matter at the table until they find out they are going to have a formal breakfast with Grandma tomorrow. Unsure of what to do, they travel to Storybook Land, where King Edwin is setting up a royal banquet, where the Pajanimals can practice for their breakfast. The Pajanimals return home, confident and ready for their breakfast.
Special Things / Mom is Amazing!
23. Special Things / Mom is Amazing!
September 5, 2012
SPECIAL THINGS: While playing, Squacky says that he will share any of his things with Apollo, except for his blankie because blankie is too special. At bedtime, Apollo is mad because he always shares his stuff with Squacky. The Pajanimals travel to the Big, Blue Sea where Granny Pearl tells Apollo that it's good to share, but it's also okay to have one extra special thing that is just for you, like Squacky's blankie. MOM IS AMAZING!: Tomorrow is Mother's Day and the Pajanimals have decided to help Mom with her chores, but they quickly realize that Mom does A LOT of chores for the family. Not sure what to do, the Pajanimals travel to the Night Sky, where the Moon tells them that just recognizing all that Mom does and offering to help her is a great gift for not just Mother's Day, but any day.
Off to Work They Go / Joy to the World
22. Off to Work They Go / Joy to the World
September 4, 2012
Aunt Sally is coming over to babysit the Pajanimals tomorrow because both Mom and Dad are going off to work for the first time! The Pajanimals love Aunt Sally, but they don't understand why Mom has to go to work. / Squacky really hopes he gets the new Fantastic Splash Super Sub for Christmas, but learns that Christmas isn't about the presents that you get.
Spooky Costumes / No More Bullies
21. Spooky Costumes / No More Bullies
September 3, 2012
After going to a Halloween party, Cowbella reveals that she is nervous about trick or treating tomorrow because she didn?t like all the scary vampires and zombies they saw at the party today. The Pajanimals travel to Storybook Land, where Edwin explains to Cowbella that there?s nothing to be scared of. Those vampires and werewolves, etc.
Pajama Dance Party / I Can Do It Better
20. Pajama Dance Party / I Can Do It Better
September 2, 2012
Pajanimal Dance Party: The Pajanimals have some time before bed, so they decide to have a dance party, where they sing many of their favorite songs, including a full length lullaby sung by the Pajanimals themselves! I Can Do It Better: Apollo and Sweet Pea Sue begin competing at many different things, all ending in a fight about who is better at everything. That night, neither of them can stop competing, so they travel to the Big, Blue Sea where Granny Pearl explains to both of them that everyone has their strengths and weaknesses and you can't be the best at everything and that's okay.
Team Fort / The Dentist Jitters
19. Team Fort / The Dentist Jitters
September 1, 2011
Squacky and Apollo borrow blankets from Sweet Pea Sue and Cowbella to build a fort, which is fine until the girls decide they also want to build a fort. / Sweet Pea Sue is nervous because tomorrow is her first dentist appointment. To ease Sweet Pea's worries, Apollo even agrees to get a dental exam and he assures her that it's fine!
Ouch! / Off to My School Adventure
18. Ouch! / Off to My School Adventure
August 31, 2012
Apollo scrapes his knee while riding his scooter, which leads him to proclaim that he'll never ride his scooter again! / Sweet Pea Sue and Apollo are going to begin school tomorrow and Sweet Pea is nervous because Mom and Dad won't be there to answer all of her questions! Sweet Pea Sue feels better knowing that the teacher is there to help her on her first day of school.
The Wonderfully Different Squacky/A Laugh A Minute
17. The Wonderfully Different Squacky/A Laugh A Minute
August 30, 2012
The Pajanimals are each naming something about themselves that is different when they all agree that Squacky is the most different of all. This hurts Squacky's feelings because he doesn't want to be different. / Squacky performs a magic show for the Pajanimals, but when his grand finale goes wrong Sweet Pea Sue thinks it's very funny!
Time Out for Two / The Cow's Meow
16. Time Out for Two / The Cow's Meow
August 29, 2012
Time Out for Two: When Squacky and Cowbella have a fight, they both get a time out so they can calm down. Later, they both get worried that Mom may be angry with them because she seemed mad when they got into their fight. In the Land of Hush, Bedtime Bunny explains that Mom isn't angry with them, she just put them in time out to teach them important rules because she loves them very much. The Cow's Meow: When the Pajanimals are playing "house," Sweet Pea Sue wants Cowbella to play the family puppy, but she would rather be a kitty. Her constant "meow-ing" frustrates Sweet Pea Sue and she doesn't want to play anymore. At bedtime, Sweet Pea and Cowbella are mad at each other, so they go see Jerry, who explains that when you play games together, it's important to use cooperation.
Let's Play Together / Mountains of Messiness
15. Let's Play Together / Mountains of Messiness
August 28, 2012
Sweet Pea Sue and Apollo want to play a new game they learned at school called "Steps and Stairs." Since it's a big kid game, they say that Squacky and Cowbella can't play, which hurts their feelings. / The Pajanimals have made a huge mess and while they are cleaning it up before bed, Cowbella has a great idea... what if they don't clean it up?
Oops! / Sing A Pajanimal Song
14. Oops! / Sing A Pajanimal Song
August 27, 2012
Squacky is excited because he doesn't have to wear a pull up to bed for the first time ever! But that night, Squacky gets sad because he had an accident and wet his bed. / The Pajanimals have formed a band and when they play their new song, Apollo keeps making mistakes, which frustrates him and leads to him quitting the band.
Not-So-Great Outdoors / Home Sweet Home
13. Not-So-Great Outdoors / Home Sweet Home
October 24, 2010
Squacky is scared of the outdoors and doesn't want to go outside; the Pajanimals are going on a trip, and Sweetpea Sue's worried about leaving home.
Puppy Love / Under the Bed
12. Puppy Love / Under the Bed
October 23, 2011
The Pajanimals must take care of Fluffy the dog for a day; Squacky won't get his ball from under the bed -- he thinks there's a monster under there.
Share Day / Tomorrow Is a Brand New Day
11. Share Day / Tomorrow Is a Brand New Day
October 22, 2011
Sweetpea Sue is nervous about sharing Daisy Puff on Share Day; Apollo's had a bad day, so the Pajanimals all visit the Moon to help him feel better.
The Rocket Ride/Dream a Happy Dream
10. The Rocket Ride/Dream a Happy Dream
October 20, 2011
Everyone is excited for Apollo because he's finally tall enough to ride a big ride at the amusement park tomorrow, but he's secretly scared to ride on it. Cowbella is afraid to go to sleep because she might have a bad dream.
Game Day / Super Sweet Night
9. Game Day / Super Sweet Night
October 19, 2011
Squacky gets addicted to a handheld video game, creating problems for all; Cowbella eats too much candy and has trouble falling asleep.
Apollo's Special Day / Night Will Sing Us To Sleep
8. Apollo's Special Day / Night Will Sing Us To Sleep
October 18, 2011
Apollo's birthday is tomorrow, but Cowbella doesn't feel like attending; Sweetpea Sue is bothered by loud noises, especially a thunderstorm at night.
A Colorful Problem / Light in the Sky
7. A Colorful Problem / Light in the Sky
October 17, 2011
Apollo and Cowbella both like purple but don't like sharing the same color; Squacky's afraid of the dark, so the Pajanimals turn to the moon for help.
Try & Try Again / No Bath for Me
6. Try & Try Again / No Bath for Me
October 15, 2011
The Pajanimals are going to be taught how to play baseball tomorrow, and Apollo's nervous he won't do well; Cowbella doesn't want to take a bath.
Happy Birthday Sweetpea Sue / Blankie in the Laundry
5. Happy Birthday Sweetpea Sue / Blankie in the Laundry
October 14, 2011
The Pajanimals celebrate Sweetpea Sue's birthday; Squacky's blankie has to be washed overnight, and now he doesn't know what to snuggle with.
Super Squacky / I'm Sorry Really Sorry
4. Super Squacky / I'm Sorry Really Sorry
October 13, 2011
Squacky is so excited to see a movie about his favorite superhero, Fantastic Splash, tomorrow, he keeps waking up in the middle of the night. When Cowbella accidentally gets paint on Daisy Puff, she and Sweet Pea Sue get into a big fight.
Winning Isn't Everything / An Octopus Hug
3. Winning Isn't Everything / An Octopus Hug
October 12, 2011
Apollo is disappointed that he keeps losing every race; Sweetpea Sue is afraid of octopi, so the Pajanimals take her to the sea to meet Ellie Octopus.
Present for Mom / Queen for a Night
2. Present for Mom / Queen for a Night
October 11, 2011
It's Mom's birthday, and Apollo feels his present for her isn't good enough; Cowbella has been a bit bossy lately and wants everyone to listen to her.
House of Pancakes / Missing Mom and Dad
1. House of Pancakes / Missing Mom and Dad
January 10, 2011
Sweetpea Sue can't wait for pancakes on Saturday, but Mom decides to make waffles instead; Sweetpea is scared and wants to sleep in Mom and Dad's bed.
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Where to Watch Pajanimals
Pajanimals is available for streaming on the PBS website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch Pajanimals on demand at Amazon Prime, Netflix and Amazon.
  • Premiere Date
    January 10, 2011
  • IMDB Rating
    7.0  (117)