Clifford the Big Red Dog - Short-Changed (S1E50)
| Runtime (min) | 15 |
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| Air Date | 2001-07-11 |
| Genres | Animation, Kids |
| TV Rating | TV-Y |
Storyline
In the episode 'Short-Changed' from Clifford the Big Red Dog, Emily Elizabeth and her friends are excited to visit the fun fair in their neighborhood. However, when they arrive, they realize that they don’t have enough money to enjoy all the activities. Determined not to miss out, they come up with creative ways to earn extra money by doing small jobs around the neighborhood.
As they hustle to gather funds, they learn valuable lessons about teamwork and the importance of helping others. Clifford, with his big heart, also pitches in to help his friends and shows them that sometimes the joy of giving can be more rewarding than the fun of spending. The episode ends on a positive note, celebrating their efforts and the fun they had together.
What Parents Say
This episode of Clifford the Big Red Dog highlights themes of resourcefulness and teamwork. As Emily Elizabeth and her friends navigate their way through financial limitations, they engage in various small jobs to raise money for the fair. This scenario provides a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about the value of hard work and collaboration. It's also a relatable experience for many families, emphasizing the importance of creativity in problem-solving.
Additionally, Clifford’s involvement showcases the significance of kindness and generosity. His actions remind young viewers that helping others can be just as fulfilling as enjoying personal pleasures. Parents can use this episode to discuss financial literacy with their children and the importance of working together towards a common goal, making it an educational yet entertaining watch for the whole family.
What Children Can Learn
In 'Short-Changed,' kids learn that teamwork can lead to great outcomes. Emily Elizabeth and her friends work together to earn money, demonstrating how collaboration can make tasks easier and more enjoyable. The episode encourages children to think creatively about problem-solving while showing them that they can achieve their goals through collective effort.
Moreover, the story emphasizes the joy of giving and helping others. When Clifford helps his friends, it teaches kids that acts of kindness can create happiness, not just for others but for themselves too. This lesson on empathy and generosity is important for young viewers, helping to instill values of support and cooperation in their everyday lives.
Five Most Asked Questions
Here are some common questions parents might have about the episode 'Short-Changed' of Clifford the Big Red Dog.
| Question | Answer |
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| What is the main challenge the characters face in this episode? | In 'Short-Changed,' Emily Elizabeth and her friends face the challenge of not having enough money to enjoy the fun fair. This situation pushes them to find creative solutions to earn extra cash, which sets the stage for their adventures and lessons throughout the episode. |
| How do Emily Elizabeth and her friends earn money? | Emily Elizabeth and her friends take on various small jobs around the neighborhood to raise money for the fair. From helping neighbors to completing tasks, they demonstrate resourcefulness and determination as they work together to reach their goal. |
| What role does Clifford play in this episode? | Clifford plays a crucial role by supporting Emily Elizabeth and her friends in their efforts to earn money. His big heart and willingness to help illustrate the themes of kindness and generosity, showing that sometimes the joy of giving is more rewarding than spending. |
| What lessons about teamwork are presented? | The episode effectively emphasizes the importance of teamwork as Emily Elizabeth and her friends collaborate to overcome their financial challenge. They learn that by working together, they can achieve their goals more efficiently, highlighting how teamwork can lead to positive outcomes. |
| How does this episode teach children about financial responsibility? | Through their attempts to earn money, the characters in 'Short-Changed' introduce children to the concept of financial responsibility. The episode encourages kids to think critically about money management and the value of hard work, making it a great conversation starter for discussing finances with young viewers. |
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| 1 | 1 | My Best Friend - Believe in yourself Emily decides that she must find something "special" for Show and Tell. But after an exhaustive search of Birdwell Island for the perfect thing to share, Emily learns that sometimes the best things in life are right under your nose. |
| 1 | 2 | Cleo doesn't want to share her new toy with anyone. |
| 1 | 3 | Clifford accidentally breaks a present he was supposed to deliver for Emily. |
| 1 | 4 | Clifford tries to stay clean for a magazine's Dog of the Year contest. |
| 1 | 5 | Emily has to take care of a baby bird, leaving her little time to play with Clifford. |
| 1 | 6 | Emily is jealous when Jetta gets to visit an exciting city. |
| 1 | 7 | Everyone, including Clifford, must work as a team to put on the fall carnival. |
| 1 | 8 | Emily's cousin Laura and her dog, Rex, arrive for a visit. |
| 1 | 9 | T-Bone finds himself in a race against Mac. |
| 1 | 10 | When the dogs eat too many treats, they learn that too much of a good thing can be bad. |
| 1 | 11 | In a flashback story, Cleo shakes things up when she arrives on the island. |
| 1 | 12 | When Cleo makes a new friend, she starts ignoring Clifford and T-Bone. |
| 1 | 13 | Emily competes against Jetta for the lead in the school play. |
| 1 | 14 | Clifford itches like crazy but hides his discomfort to avoid a trip to the doctor. |
| 1 | 15 | The new dog in town has only three legs, which makes the gang uncomfortable. |
| 1 | 16 | Clifford's digging talents become an asset when a big storm blows in. |
| 1 | 17 | Clifford learns that stars, like everyone else, sometimes need help. |
| 1 | 18 | Cleo develops stage fright when the dogs are recruited to help with a show. |
| 1 | 19 | All fingers and paws point to Emily as the thief when Jetta's trophy and locket vanish. |
| 1 | 20 | Jetta mocks Emily's plans for her birthday party activities. |
| 1 | 21 | When Mac tears one of Jetta's sweaters, he feels terrible about it and runs away. |
| 1 | 22 | Jetta learns that it's OK to have fears and admit them. |
| 1 | 23 | In flashbacks, Emily meets Clifford, and her love turns him into the biggest dog around. |
| 1 | 24 | Clifford has to dispel preconceived ideas about large dogs. |
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| 1 | 27 | Clifford jumps into a pile of leaves that T-Bone has raked, and when they scatter he has a lesson to learn; Charley finally finds a sport he can't master, “jiggly juggle,” but he decides to work at it anyway. |
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| 1 | 29 | The dogs go to school for the first time, and T-Bone worries that he won't be able to keep up; the library sponsors an essay contest called “Islander of the Year.” Guess who it is? |
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| 1 | 31 | T-Bone's not looking forward to the town celebration because he's afraid of loud noises; nobody will play with Clifford because they're too busy planning a surprise party for him. |
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| 1 | 35 | Mac starts an “exclusive” club (he wants to exclude T-Bone); Mr. Bleekman wants to exclude dogs from the park, but he finds that he misses them when they're gone. |
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| 1 | 37 | Cleo is voted Fluffiest Dog of Birdwell Island and can't stop bragging about it; Jetta tells Vaz that he's bad at soccer, which prompts him to stop playing. |
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| 1 | 41 | Clifford and Cleo think that T-Bone is moving; the dogs are upset with the arrival of cats, but then they learn that different isn't necessarily bad. |
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| 1 | 43 | Clifford misses Emily when she goes on a trip, so his friends try to make up for it; Charley wants to lead a chore-free dog's life. |
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| 1 | 45 | T-Bone falls in love. Meanwhile, Clifford tries to make the perfect Valentine for Emily. |
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| 1 | 47 | Cleo is jealous of her owner's sister's dog, Susie. Also: it's role-reversal time: Clifford, Cleo and T-Bone take care of a pet. |
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| 1 | 49 | T-Bone gets a new sweater but learns that “Clothes Don't Make the Dog”; Emily thinks Clifford is neglecting her. |
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| 1 | 51 | T-Bone eats Cleo's new dog food then lies about it; Charley and Emily have an ice-cream party when Charley's father is away. |
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| 1 | 59 | While her house is being painted, Cleo stays with Clifford---and takes over; the dogs try to get grumpy Mr. Bleakman to brighten up, and find that their good deeds make them feel good, too. |
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| 1 | 61 | Clifford and the other dogs pitch in with the “Keep Birdwell Island Beautiful” effort by planting a flower garden. Except for Cleo. She wants to plant a dog-toy garden for herself. Then the dogs find the long-buried trunk of the island's discoverer, Captain Birdwell. But Jetta is given credit for the find. Will she tell the truth? Voice of Clifford: John Ritter. |
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| 1 | 63 | In a flashback sequence, the Howards arrive on Birdwell Island, and their new neighbors join in welcoming a very big newcomer. Then Jetta breaks a beach date with Emily Elizabeth because she has received a “better offer” from an older girl. |
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| 1 | 65 | Clifford gets a really big case of the hiccups and his friends have a big job helping him get rid of them; Jetta throws a movie party, but all she shows are home movies of herself. |
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| 1 | 67 | Clifford cleans out his doghouse but can't throw things away because each item holds a memory. Also, Jetta has a new baby brother, but that means that she no longer gets all the attention. |
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| 1 | 69 | Jetta's envious of Emily Elizabeth because everybody loves her pet, Clifford. So she makes up a pet of her own. Then Cleo helps Vaz with his paper route. She likes helping him and she likes the treats she gets as a reward. In fact, she mostly likes the treats. |
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| 1 | 71 | Clifford and Emily Elizabeth try to get Mr. Bleakman (voice of Earl Boen), a notorious party pooper, to attend the Howards' party; Emily Elizabeth writes a poem for her mother's birthday, but Jetta thinks it's not a good gift. |
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| 1 | 73 | K.C. returns for a visit and Cleo's so excited that she forgets her other friends. Also, rain threatens the back-to-school barbecue and Mac is so disappointed that his friends try to stop the rain. |
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| 1 | 75 | It's Topsy Turvy Day, so Jetta and Emily “trade” dogs. Then Clifford is told to polish his manners for Mrs. Bleakman's book-club party. Voice of Mrs. Bleakman: Edie McClurg. |
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| 1 | 77 | Clifford forgets a play date with Cleo, who accuses him of abusing her friendship; Cleo teases T-bone because he's smitten with a visiting dog named Mimi. |
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| 1 | 79 | Cleo borrows Clifford's favorite blanket and carelessly gets it dirty; the dogs dig for dinosaur bones as part of a friend's college project. |
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| 2 | 1 | Cleo Pretends to hurt herself so she won't have to embarrass herself on the ice rink. But with the help of Clifford and his friends, they help her understand that trying new things with your friends is fun. |
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| 2 | 35 | Emily Elizabeth and Jetta try to get Charley to honor his promises; Cleo runs away to avoid taking a bath. |
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| 2 | 37 | When Cleo's bored by the rain, Clifford gets her to imagine an exciting story; a power failure threatens Birdwell Island, but Clifford and Mr. Bleakman save the day. |
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| 2 | 41 | A visiting dog tries to lead Clifford astray, but he learns to stand up for his beliefs; the kids wonder if marriage will change their teacher. |
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| 2 | 43 | Ads for a new dog food influence Clifford and his friends; news of an old buddy's upcoming visit makes T-Bone recall his days as a puppy. |
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| 2 | 45 | Clifford accidentally bathes in dye and then tries to hide the fact; Mary's afraid to perform in front of an audience, but is helped by Emily. |
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| 2 | 47 | T-Bone puts together a pop band that Mac would like to join; a dog champion comes to Birdwell Island and all the dogs want to impress him. |
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| 2 | 49 | A very small dog named Frankie envies Clifford being big; T-Bone and Clifford have to adjust to their differences in size. |
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