Summary:CBS Storybreak was a 30-minute animated series that brought beloved children's books to life. Airing from 1985 to 1987, it was hosted by Bob Keeshan, best known as Captain Kangaroo. The show adapted a wide variety of stories, ranging from adventurous tales to heartfelt narratives, aiming to inspire a love of reading among young viewers. Each episode featured a new book, carefully selected for its engaging storytelling and positive messages.
The animation style was simple but effective, allowing the original stories' charm to shine through. Episodes often included faithful retellings of popular titles like The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary and How to Eat Fried Worms by Thomas Rockwell. Through its storytelling, the show captured the imagination of its audience while subtly teaching valuable lessons about friendship, bravery, and problem-solving.
CBS Storybreak was more than just entertainment—it was an early effort to connect children with literature in a visual format. By spotlighting a different book in each episode, it encouraged young viewers to seek out the featured stories on their own. The series left a lasting impact by combining the magic of animation with the timeless appeal of classic children’s literature.
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24 Total Episodes on 3 DVDs:
Season 1 Episode 2 - Yeh-Shen: A Cinderella Story from China
Season 1 Episode 3 - Robbut: A Tale of Tails
Season 1 Episode 4 - How to Eat Fried Worms
Season 1 Episode 5 - Zucchini
Season 1 Episode 6 - Hank the Cowdog
Season 1 Episode 8 - Chocolate Fever
Season 1 Episode 9 - Dragon's Blood
Season 1 Episode 10 - Arnold of the Ducks
Season 1 Episode 11 - Harry the Fat Bear Spy
Season 1 Episode 12 - Hugh Pine
Season 1 Episode 13 - The Roquefort Gang
Season 1 Episode 14 - The Gammage Cup
Season 1 Episode 15 - The Red Room Riddle
Season 1 Episode 16 - The Secret World of Og
Season 1 Episode 17 - The Shy Stegosaurus of Cricket Creek
Season 1 Episode 18 - The Velveteen Rabbit
Season 1 Episode 19 - Grinny
Season 1 Episode 20 - Mama Don’t Allow
Season 1 Episode 21 - Jeffrey’s Ghost
Season 1 Episode 22 - Max and Me and the Time Machine
Season 1 Episode 23 - The Monster’s Ring
Season 1 Episode 24 - Ratha’s Creature
Season 1 Special 1 - Commercial and Bumpers
Season 1 Special 2 - 1985–1989 Commercials
CBS Storybreak Complete Includes Free Bonus:
4 hours of TV Commercials from the 1980's ($9.95 value)