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The Book Place
Genre Children's television
Presented by Lynn Weston (1991-2001)
Brenton Whittle (1991-2001)
Andy Armstrong (1991-2001)
Nuala Hafner (1997-2003)
Pete Michell (2002-2003)
Amelia McFarlane (2002-2003)
Country of origin Australia
Original language(s) English
No. of seasons 10
Production
Production location(s) Adelaide, South Australia
Running time 30 minutes
Production company(s) SAS7
Release
Original network Seven Network
Picture format 4.3 PAL
Audio format Stereo
Original release 30 December 1991 (1991-12-30) – 2003 (2003)

The Book Place was a popular Australian educational television show made for children. It aired on the Seven Network from 1991 to 2003. The show aimed to encourage kids to read and explore the world of books. It featured different presenters and even a special puppet character.

What Was The Book Place About?

The Book Place was designed to make reading fun and exciting for young viewers. Each episode explored different stories and ideas from books. The show helped children discover new authors and genres. It also taught them about the joy of reading.

Who Were the Presenters?

The show had several friendly presenters over the years. When it first started in 1991, the main hosts were Lynn Weston, Brenton Whittle, and Andy Armstrong. Lynn Weston was already well-known from another children's show, Fat Cat and Friends.

The Bookworm Character

A special puppet character named the Bookworm was also part of the show. Michael Scheld was the person who brought the Bookworm to life. This character helped make the show even more engaging for kids.

Changes to the Cast

Over time, some new faces joined The Book Place. In 1997, television personality Nuala Hafner became a presenter. Later, in 2002, Pete Michell and Amelia McFarlane joined the team. They replaced some of the original cast members.

Where Was The Show Made?

The Book Place was produced in Adelaide, South Australia. It was made by SAS7, a television station that is part of the Seven Network. Each episode ran for about 30 minutes, giving kids plenty of time to dive into new stories.

How Long Did The Book Place Air?

The show was on television for a long time, from December 30, 1991, until 2003. This means it ran for over 10 years, helping many children learn to love reading. It was a well-loved part of Australian children's television for more than a decade.

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