The Lowdown (TV series) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Lowdown |
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Genre | Documentary |
Developed by | Landseer Productions |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Original language(s) | English |
No. of episodes | 66 |
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Original network | CBBC, BBC One |
Original release | 17 May 1988 | – 12 May 1998
The Lowdown was a popular TV show made for young people. It was a documentary series, which means it showed real-life stories and facts. The show first aired on Children's BBC in 1988.
It was similar to other news and current affairs shows like Newsround. The show aimed to explain important topics in a way that young viewers could understand. It was produced by a company called Landseer Productions. The series ran for ten years, ending in 1998.
What Was The Lowdown About?
The Lowdown explored many different subjects that were important to young people. Each episode focused on a specific topic, giving viewers a deeper look into real-world issues. It helped kids learn about things happening around them.
The show was known for its serious but easy-to-understand approach. It often aired right after Newsround, which is a news program for children. This made it a good follow-up for kids who wanted to learn more.
A Look at "Child to Child"
One interesting episode of The Lowdown was filmed in 1992. It took place in Page Moss, a community in Liverpool, England. This episode focused on a special educational program called "Child to Child."
The program taught children how to help each other learn and deal with problems. The Lowdown showed how this "Child to Child" idea was helping kids in Page Moss. It looked at how they were working together to solve common issues in their area.
See also
- Wise Up
- Panorama
- World In Action
- Newsround