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The Magic Garden, one of the most successful, locally produced children's television shows in the country, was broadcast on WPIX New York, from the early 1970's to the mid 1980's. Fifty-two half-hour episodes and a one hour holiday special were created to meet FCC requirements as set forth in the Children's Television Act of that time. Stars Carole Demas and Paula Janis helped create the show. In a colorful garden setting they brought stories, songs, games, lessons and laughter to their devoted fans. Critical acclaim followed quickly from many publications including The New York Daily News and Television/Radio Age. In addition, Carole and Paula's work on the show was commended by various luminaries in the field of Early Childhood Education and Development, among them: The Chairperson of Brooklyn College Early Childhood Education Division, and the Coordinator of Child Psychology at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York. They received citations from Action for Children's Television and Children's Television Workshop. Ratings were equal to or exceeded those of Sesame Street and other shows of this genre (Mr. Rogers Neighborhood, Romper Room, Captain Kangaroo, etc.). |
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