Scooby-Doo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Scooby-Doo
Every episode of the original Scooby-Doo format contains a penultimate scene in which the kids unmask the ghost-of-the-week to reveal a real person in a costume, as in this scene from "Nowhere to Hyde", an episode of Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! originally aired on September 12, 1970.
Created by	Joe Ruby, Ken Spears, Iwao Takamoto, William Hanna and Joseph Barbera
Starring	Frank Welker (1969-1986, 1997-present) as Fred
Country of origin	USA
No. of episodes	350
Release
Original network	CBS (1969–1976) ABC (1976–1991) The WB (2002–2005) CW (2006–2008) Cartoon Network (reruns in 1994-present/airs in 2009-present)
Original release	September 13, 1969 – present

Scooby-Doo is a very popular American animated TV show. It has been on TV in many different versions since 1969. The first show, called Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, was made by Hanna-Barbera Productions. This company made many other Scooby-Doo shows.

Today, Warner Bros. makes the show. Even though the show and its characters have changed over time, the most famous versions always feature a talking dog named Scooby-Doo. He is joined by four teenagers: Fred "Freddie" Jones, Daphne Blake, Velma Dinkley, and Norville "Shaggy" Rogers.

The Mystery Gang

The main characters in Scooby-Doo are known as the "Mystery Gang" or "Mystery Inc." They travel around in their colorful van, the Mystery Machine. Their goal is to solve spooky mysteries that often involve ghosts, monsters, or other strange creatures.

Scooby-Doo

Scooby-Doo is a brown Great Dane dog. He can talk, though he often struggles with words that start with "R". Scooby is very loyal to his best friend, Shaggy. He loves to eat "Scooby Snacks," which are special dog biscuits. Even though he gets scared easily, Scooby always helps solve the mystery in the end.

Shaggy Rogers

Shaggy is Scooby's best friend and owner. He is tall and thin and wears a green T-shirt. Like Scooby, Shaggy loves to eat and is often very hungry. He is also easily scared, and he and Scooby often try to run away from the monsters. Despite their fear, they usually stumble upon clues that help the gang.

Fred Jones

Fred is the leader of the Mystery Gang. He is known for his smart plans and for building traps to catch the villains. Fred often drives the Mystery Machine. He is usually the one who suggests splitting up to search for clues.

Daphne Blake

Daphne is stylish and often gets into trouble, which earns her the nickname "Danger-prone Daphne." She is good at finding clues and sometimes uses her fashion accessories to help the group. Daphne is brave and always ready to help her friends.

Velma Dinkley

Velma is the smartest member of the group. She is very good at solving puzzles and finding hidden clues. Velma often says "Jinkies!" when she discovers something important. She is usually the one who figures out the real identity of the "monster."

How the Show Works

Most Scooby-Doo episodes follow a similar pattern. The gang arrives at a spooky place, like a haunted mansion or a creepy amusement park. They meet a "ghost" or "monster" that is scaring everyone away.

The gang then looks for clues. Scooby and Shaggy often get into funny situations while trying to avoid the monster. Fred sets up a trap, and Velma puts all the clues together. In the end, they catch the "monster."

The biggest surprise is always when they unmask the monster. It turns out to be a real person in a costume, usually someone trying to scare people away for a secret reason. The villain often says, "And I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren't for you meddling kids!"

History of Scooby-Doo

The first Scooby-Doo show, Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, started in 1969. It was created by Joe Ruby, Ken Spears, Iwao Takamoto, William Hanna, and Joseph Barbera. The show was a big hit because kids loved the mystery and the funny characters.

Over the years, many different versions of Scooby-Doo have been made. Some shows added new characters, like Scooby's nephew, Scrappy-Doo. Others changed the setting or the type of mysteries. No matter the changes, the core idea of friends solving mysteries has stayed the same.

Scooby-Doo has been shown on many TV networks. It started on CBS, then moved to ABC, and later to The WB and CW. Today, you can often watch reruns on Cartoon Network.

Why It's Popular

Scooby-Doo has been popular for over 50 years. Kids love the mix of mystery, comedy, and friendship. The show teaches problem-solving skills as the gang gathers clues and figures out who the real villain is. It also shows the importance of teamwork.

The show is also known for its catchy theme song and the Mystery Machine van. Many fans have even decorated their own vans to look like the iconic vehicle. Scooby-Doo has become a classic cartoon that families still enjoy watching together.

Images for kids

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  Every episode of the original Scooby-Doo format contains a penultimate scene in which the heroes unmask the seemingly supernatural antagonist to reveal a real person in a costume, as in this scene from "Nowhere to Hyde", an episode of Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! originally aired on CBS on September 12, 1970.

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  A 1968 Chevrolet Sportvan 108 painted to look like The Mystery Machine from Scooby-Doo. A number of Scooby fans have decorated vans in this fashion.

See also

In Spanish: Scooby-Doo para niños