In the Box facts for kids
Quick facts for kids In the Box |
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| Genre | Pre-School |
| Created by | David Napier Tony Powell |
| Presented by | Michael McKenna Tracey Fleming Brett Annable |
| Voices of | David Napier |
| Theme music composer | Beeps |
| Opening theme | "In the Box" |
| Ending theme | "Goodbye, Goodbye (Put a Smile on Your Dial)" |
| Composer(s) | Rhonda Davidson-Irwin |
| Country of origin | Australia |
| Original language(s) | English |
| No. of seasons | 6 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer(s) | Cherrie Bottger |
| Producer(s) | Sandra Makaresz |
| Production location(s) | Brisbane, Queensland |
| Editor(s) | Peter Christie |
| Running time | 30 minutes |
| Release | |
| Original network | Network Ten |
| Picture format | 576i (SDTV) |
| Audio format | Stereo |
| Original release | 21 December 1998 – 20 December 2006 |
In the Box was a fun Australian TV show made for young children. It aired on Network Ten from 1998 to 2006. Each episode was 30 minutes long and featured songs, activities, and visits from kids. The show aimed to entertain and educate its young audience.
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About In the Box
In the Box was a popular preschoolers' television program in Australia. It was shown on Network Ten on weekdays. The show started on December 21, 1998, and finished in 2006. It was created by David Napier and Tony Powell.
Who Were the Hosts?
The show had several friendly hosts. These included Michael McKenna, Tracey Fleming, and Brett Annable. They were joined by a special puppet friend named Bop. Together, they led the activities and songs.
What Happened on the Show?
Each episode of In the Box had a mix of different activities. However, some things happened in every show.
The Delivery
One special part was the 'delivery'. The hosts would get a box filled with items. They would then use these items for a fun activity. This could be anything from crafts to science experiments.
Visiting Children
Every day, two different children would visit the set. They would join the hosts and Bop in their activities. This made the show feel interactive and relatable for young viewers.
Songs and Themes
The hosts and Bop sang many songs that kids loved. Some popular songs included Simon Says, Follow the Leader, and Washy Washy. Sometimes, episodes had a special theme. These themes could be about baking, time travel, or other exciting topics.
The Goodbye Song
Each episode ended with a special goodbye song. This helped to create a routine for the young audience. The show was produced by Sandra Makaresz. It was filmed in Brisbane, Queensland.
