Alphabet Zoo facts for kids
Alphabet Zoo was a popular children's TV show from the 1980s. It was made by Granada Television and shown on ITV in the UK. Each episode was about a different letter of the alphabet. This helped young viewers learn their ABCs in a fun way.
The show had two main presenters. They were the singer Ralph McTell and the actress Nerys Hughes. They guided children through each letter. The episodes were short, lasting about ten minutes each.
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About the Show
Alphabet Zoo first aired in 1983. It ran for two series, ending in 1984. The show was designed to be educational. It helped children learn about letters and words.
The second series of the show was directed by Lorne Magory. He also worked on other well-known British TV programmes. Ann Yates was one of the people who wrote the stories for the show.
Where Was Alphabet Zoo Shown?
Alphabet Zoo was not just popular in the UK. It was also shown in many other countries around the world.
- In New Zealand, it was broadcast on TVNZ 1 and TVNZ 2.
- Viewers in Brunei could watch it on RTB.
- It was also shown in Gibraltar on GBC.
- In Malaysia, it aired on TV1 and TV2.
- Even British families living abroad could watch it. It was shown on BFBS and SSVC Television in Germany.
What Came After Alphabet Zoo?
A few years after Alphabet Zoo finished, a similar show was created. It was called Alphabet Castle. This new show used a similar idea. It also helped children learn about the alphabet. Alphabet Castle ran from 1993 to 1995 on ITV.
How Long Did It Run?
Alphabet Zoo had two main series.
- Series 1: This series had 26 episodes. It started on January 10, 1983. It finished on July 25, 1983.
- Series 2: This series had 27 episodes. It began on September 19, 1983. It ended on April 2, 1984. This series also included a special Christmas episode.
