Razzle Dazzle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Razzle Dazzle |
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Alan Hamel, Howard the Turtle and Michele Finney, together with prospective meal.
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| Presented by | Alan Hamel Michele Finney Ray Bellew Trudy Young |
| Country of origin | Canada |
| No. of seasons | 5 |
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| Running time | 30 minutes |
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| Original network | CBC Television |
| Original release | October 2, 1961 – July 1, 1966 |
Razzle Dazzle was a popular Canadian children's television show. It was made by the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC Television). The show aired from October 2, 1961, to July 1, 1966. It was a fun program designed to entertain kids with games, characters, and adventure stories.
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Meet the Hosts and Characters
Razzle Dazzle had several friendly hosts who guided viewers through the show.
The Main Presenters
The show first featured Alan Hamel and Michele Finney as hosts. Later, Ray Bellew and Trudy Young took over. They helped make the show exciting for young audiences.
Fun Friends and Puppets
A big part of Razzle Dazzle was its cast of special characters. The most famous was Howard the Turtle, a puppet voiced by John Keogh. Howard was a real star! He loved to tell jokes, which he called "Groaners."
Other memorable characters included:
- Percy Q. Kidpester, a character drawn by George Feyer.
- Mr. Sharpey, played by Paul Kligman. He was known for his funny catchphrase, "A knuckle full of nickels!"
Exciting Show Features
Razzle Dazzle was packed with interactive and engaging segments.
The Secret Decoder Wheel
One of the coolest parts of the show was the secret decoder wheel. Kids could get one by sending a request in the mail. At the end of each episode, a secret message would appear on the TV screen. If you had the decoder wheel, you could figure out what the message said! It was like being a secret agent.
Spots and Stripes Competition
Another popular segment was "Spots and Stripes." In this game, groups of kids would compete against each other. They played different challenges and games, making it a lively and fun part of the show.
Adventure Story Time
Every episode of Razzle Dazzle ended with a special adventure series. This segment lasted for the final five minutes of the show. Each story was spread out over a week, so you had to watch every day to see what happened next!
Popular Adventure Series
The show featured several exciting adventure series:
- The Magic Boomerang: This was an adventure series from Australia.
- The Adventures of the Terrible Ten: Another thrilling series that kept kids on the edge of their seats.
- The Forest Rangers: This Canadian-made series became so popular that it later became its own separate TV show!
