Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends facts for kids

Foster's Home For Imaginary Friends is a fun American–Irish cartoon for kids. You can watch it on Cartoon Network and TG4. The show was created by Craig McCracken, who also made The Powerpuff Girls. It first aired on August 13, 2004, and the last episode was made on May 3, 2009.

About Foster's Home

In the world of the show, imaginary friends are real, just like people! But sometimes, kids grow up and don't want their imaginary friends anymore. When that happens, these friends need a new place to live. That's where "Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends" comes in. It's like an adoption home for imaginary friends who need a new family.

The story begins with an eight-year-old boy named Mac and his imaginary friend, Bloo. Bloo is allowed to stay at Foster's Home without being adopted. But there's a rule: Mac has to visit Bloo every day at 3 o'clock. The show then follows Mac and Bloo's many funny adventures with their new friends, both imaginary and human, at the home.

Meet the Main Characters

The show has many awesome characters. Here are some of the main ones:

Mac

Mac is an eight-year-old boy. He is the one who created Bloo. Mac is usually the smart and sensible one in the group. He often tries to keep everyone out of trouble.

Blooregard "Bloo" Q. Kazoo

Bloo is a blue imaginary friend who looks like a blob. He is very different from Mac! Bloo is wild, loves to cause mischief, and is always looking for fun.

Wilt

Wilt is a super tall imaginary friend. He has long, stalk-like eyes and is missing one arm. Wilt is very kind and gentle. He always helps his friends, even if it means sacrificing something for them.

Eduardo

Eduardo is an imaginary friend who looks big and scary. He has horns and a tough appearance. But don't let that fool you! Eduardo is actually a big softie and a bit of a coward. He seems to have a Spanish accent.

Coco

Coco is a very unique imaginary friend. She looks like a mix between a bird and a palm tree. Coco is a bit crazy and can only say her own name, "Coco!" She also has a strange habit of eating things and then laying eggs that contain those objects.

Frances "Frankie" Foster

Frankie is a 22-year-old human girl. She is Madame Foster's granddaughter and works as the maid at the home. Frankie is usually very kind and friendly. But she can get quite angry, especially when Bloo causes too much trouble!

Mr. Herriman

Mr. Herriman is a rabbit and is Madame Foster's imaginary friend. He is also the president of the adoption home. Mr. Herriman is very strict and loves rules. This often makes him unpopular with Bloo and Frankie.

Madame Foster

Madame Foster is an old lady who started the adoption home. She is mostly sweet and playful. But sometimes, she shows a mischievous side, especially when she's having fun.

Images for kids

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  The main characters of the show. From left to right: Coco, Bloo, Mac, Eduardo, Frankie Foster, and Wilt

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  Craig McCracken in 2007 holding the Annie Award won by Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends as Best Animated TV Production.

See also

In Spanish: Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends para niños