Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat |
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| Created by | Amy Tan |
| Directed by | Joseph Jacques |
| Voices of | Holly G. Frankel Oliver Grainger Jesse Vinet Rick Jones Arthur Holden Ellen David Hiro Kanagawa Khaira Ledeyo Kathy Tsoi Leanne Adachi Rosa Yee Raugi Yu Russel Yuen |
| Country of origin | Canada United States China |
| Original language(s) | English Chinese |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 40 (80 Segments) (list of episodes) |
| Production | |
| Producer(s) | Léon G. Arcand |
| Running time | 27 minutes |
| Production company(s) | CinéGroupe Sesame Workshop |
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| Original network | TVOntario, Société Radio-Canada (Canada) PBS Kids (USA) |
| Original release | September 3, 2001 – October 5, 2004 |
Sagwa is a fun animated TV show about a curious Siamese cat named Sagwa. The show is based on a children's book by Amy Tan. It became popular with kids, leading to this educational series on PBS Kids.
The story takes place around the year 1900, during the time of the Qing dynasty in China. Sagwa and her family live in a special palace. In each episode, Sagwa has exciting adventures and learns important lessons about life, family, and being loyal. The show is well-known for its unique setting and its positive messages.
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Meet the Voice Actors
These are the talented people who give voices to the characters in the show:
- Holly G. Frankel as Sagwa Miao
- Oliver Grainger as Dongwa Miao
- Jesse Vinet as Sheegwa Miao
- Rick Jones as Fu-Fu, the bat
- Arthur Holden as Baba Miao (Sagwa's dad)
- Ellen David as Mama Miao (Sagwa's mom)
- Hiro Kanagawa as the Foolish Magistrate
- Khaira Ledeyo as Tai-Tai
- Kathy Tsoi as Ba-Do
- Leanne Adachi as Luk-Do
- Rosa Yee as Huang-Do
- Raugi Yu as the Cook
- Russell Yuen as the Reader
- Sonja Ball as Nai-Nai
- Neil Shee as Yeh-Yeh
Adventures in the Qing Dynasty
The show is set in China during the Qing dynasty, which was a long time ago. Sagwa and her family live in the palace of a local leader called the Foolish Magistrate. The cats in the palace are very special. They are known for their beautiful handwriting and for helping the Magistrate with his important papers.
Life in the Palace
Sagwa has two siblings: her older brother, Dongwa, and her younger sister, Sheegwa. They often get into playful mischief together. Their parents, Baba and Mama Miao, are wise and teach them about responsibility. The cats also have friends like Fu-Fu, a friendly bat.
The stories often show the cats learning about Chinese culture and traditions. They explore the palace and the nearby village. Each adventure helps them understand the world better and grow as characters.
Important Lessons
A big part of Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat is teaching kids about good values. The show focuses on things like:
- Family: How important it is to stick together and support each other.
- Loyalty: Being true to your friends and family.
- Honesty: Always telling the truth.
- Kindness: Being nice to everyone, even if they are different.
- Problem-Solving: Finding clever ways to fix tricky situations.
The show uses fun stories to share these messages. For example, Sagwa might learn about being brave or how to share with others.
Show's History
Sagwa, the Chinese Siamese Cat first aired on September 3, 2001. It ran for one season, with 40 episodes in total. Each episode usually had two shorter stories. The show was a team effort between companies in Canada, the United States, and China. This helped bring the rich Chinese setting to life.
The series ended on October 5, 2004, but it continues to be remembered for its unique blend of entertainment and education.
