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Clifford the Big Red Dog - Fair Weather Friend (S1E74)

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Runtime (min)15
Air Date2001-11-14
GenresAnimation, Kids
TV RatingTV-Y

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Storyline

In this heartwarming episode of Clifford the Big Red Dog, Emily Elizabeth and her friends are excited to play outside, but unexpected rain threatens their plans. As the weather changes, they learn to adapt and find joy in their surroundings, even when things don't go as expected. Clifford, with his big heart, helps everyone realize that friendship can shine through any storm.

As the rain pours down, Emily Elizabeth and her friends come up with creative ways to have fun indoors. They discover that sometimes, the best memories are made when you embrace the unexpected. With Clifford's encouragement, they turn a dreary day into a delightful adventure, reminding viewers of the value of adaptability and friendship.

What Parents Say

This episode highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability, teaching children to find joy even when plans change. Parents will appreciate how the characters work together to make the best out of a rainy day, emphasizing teamwork and creativity. Such moments encourage kids to think positively and be resourceful, showing that fun can be found in any situation.

Moreover, the episode showcases the strong bond between Emily Elizabeth and Clifford, illustrating how friends can uplift each other during disappointing times. It's a great reminder for parents about nurturing empathy and friendship in their children's lives, encouraging open conversations about emotions and support.

What Children Can Learn

Children will learn that weather can change plans, but it doesn't have to ruin their fun. This episode demonstrates the power of imagination and creativity as the characters find new ways to enjoy their time together indoors. Kids will understand that it’s okay to adapt to new situations and that they can always find a silver lining.

Additionally, the episode teaches the value of friendship and support. When things don’t go as planned, friends can help each other feel better. Children will see how Clifford, with his big heart, encourages his friends to stay positive and make the most of every moment, fostering a sense of community and togetherness.

Five Most Asked Questions

Here are some common questions parents might have about the episode 'Fair Weather Friend' from Clifford the Big Red Dog.

Question Answer
What is the main lesson of this episode? The main lesson in 'Fair Weather Friend' is about resilience and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. The episode illustrates how Emily Elizabeth and her friends initially feel disappointed by the rain but quickly learn to embrace the situation, finding joy through creativity and teamwork, showing kids that plans can change but happiness can still be found.
How does Clifford contribute to the story? Clifford plays a crucial role in this episode by encouraging his friends to stay positive despite the rain. His big heart and optimistic attitude remind everyone that they can still have fun together, even indoors. Clifford's support helps foster a sense of camaraderie and demonstrates the importance of being there for friends during tough times.
What activities do the characters do indoors? During the episode, Emily Elizabeth and her friends engage in a variety of imaginative indoor activities. They create games and use their creativity to transform a gloomy day into a fun adventure. The activities showcase how children's imaginations can thrive regardless of the weather, encouraging viewers to think outside the box when faced with unexpected changes.
How does the episode encourage teamwork? The episode emphasizes teamwork as Emily Elizabeth and her friends come together to make the best of a rainy day. They collaborate on ideas for indoor fun, demonstrating how working together can enhance their experiences. This teaches kids that teamwork not only helps solve problems but also makes activities more enjoyable.
What emotional skills does this episode promote? This episode promotes emotional skills such as resilience, empathy, and adaptability. It helps children understand that it’s normal to feel disappointed when plans change, but they can manage those feelings positively. The characters support each other emotionally, reinforcing the idea that friends can help lift each other up, which is vital for emotional development.

Cast

John Ritter
Clifford (voice)
Grey DeLisle
Emily Howard (voice)
Kel Mitchell
T-Bone (voice)
Cree Summer
Cleo (voice)
Gary LeRoi Gray
Charley (voice)
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Cam Clarke
Mac Handover (voice)
Kath Soucie
Jetta Handover (voice)

Writing

Directing

Season
Season #Episode #Episode Name
11
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.
12
Cleo doesn't want to share her new toy with anyone.
13
Clifford accidentally breaks a present he was supposed to deliver for Emily.
14
Clifford tries to stay clean for a magazine's Dog of the Year contest.
15
Emily has to take care of a baby bird, leaving her little time to play with Clifford.
16
Emily is jealous when Jetta gets to visit an exciting city.
17
Everyone, including Clifford, must work as a team to put on the fall carnival.
18
Emily's cousin Laura and her dog, Rex, arrive for a visit.
19
T-Bone finds himself in a race against Mac.
110
When the dogs eat too many treats, they learn that too much of a good thing can be bad.
111
In a flashback story, Cleo shakes things up when she arrives on the island.
112
When Cleo makes a new friend, she starts ignoring Clifford and T-Bone.
113
Emily competes against Jetta for the lead in the school play.
114
Clifford itches like crazy but hides his discomfort to avoid a trip to the doctor.
115
The new dog in town has only three legs, which makes the gang uncomfortable.
116
Clifford's digging talents become an asset when a big storm blows in.
117
Clifford learns that stars, like everyone else, sometimes need help.
118
Cleo develops stage fright when the dogs are recruited to help with a show.
119
All fingers and paws point to Emily as the thief when Jetta's trophy and locket vanish.
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Jetta mocks Emily's plans for her birthday party activities.
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When Mac tears one of Jetta's sweaters, he feels terrible about it and runs away.
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Jetta learns that it's OK to have fears and admit them.
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In flashbacks, Emily meets Clifford, and her love turns him into the biggest dog around.
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Clifford has to dispel preconceived ideas about large dogs.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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T-Bone falls in love. Meanwhile, Clifford tries to make the perfect Valentine for Emily.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Season #Episode #Episode Name
21
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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Emily Elizabeth and Jetta try to get Charley to honor his promises; Cleo runs away to avoid taking a bath.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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