Arthur - Season 3 (1998)

Background Blues: Wouldn't it be way cool to find out that your ancestors were famous frontier explorers? Or royalty? But what if, as Francine and Muffy are about to find out, they were just ... plain folks? And Now Let's Talk To Some Kids: The Magic Toolbox show is coming to Ratburn's class to put the kids on TV! The kids prepare for stardom, but a behind-the-scenes star saves the show.

D.W. steals a green potato chip and to prank her, Arthur tells her that green chips are poisonous. She believes it, and worse yet, her mother starts telling everybody. With help from Binky, can D.W. learn to rise above the embarrassment?

In the first story, graffiti starts popping up over town saying "Binky Rules", when Binky Barnes says he's not the one doing it, it turns about to publicity stunt for a new band called "Binky". In the second story, Arthur and his friends are invited backstage to meet the band, Binky, and discover something that makes them different from other bands.

Arthur Rides The Bandwagon: They all have their own names and personalities and they're so darned cute! They're Woogles, and Arthur's gotta have one. Especially now that everyone else (even the Rat!) is collecting them. But there aren't any more -- stores are sold out. Will Arthur grow up Woogle-less? Dad's Dessert Dilemma: Arthur wouldn't mind if Dad's infamous dessert "experiments" remained a family secret. But when Dad volunteers to cater a school party, Arthur fears the worst. What will Dad make this time: chunky pudding balls? Cranberry prune crumble?? Turnip ...

Popular Girls: Sue Ellen and Fern take a popularity quiz they found in a magazine for teenagers. They change their personalities to become more likable, but why does it seem no one likes them anymore? Buster's Growing Grudge: Buster's convinced that his great joke will be the difference between a successful oral report and failure. But when Binky steals his material, will Buster stay mad forever?

Arthur's Treasure Hunt: When Buster digs up an ancient arrowhead, everyone else wants to hunt for buried treasures, too. But how can Arthur become a famous discoverer of lost civilizations and stuff if his Mom won't let him dig up the back yard? The Return of The King: A field trip to the Medieval Fair pits Arthur's class against another led by Ratburn's super-tough mentor, Mr. Pryce-Jones. Arthur and the gang suffer defeat after humiliating defeat against the smarter, stronger competitors. Can Arthur save the day -- and be crowned king?

Attack of The Turbo Tibbles: If you think the Tibbles are bad now, imagine what they'd be like if they had super powers! After sneaking a peak at the forbidden "Terrific Turbo-Trooper Toy T-Bot Team" TV show, the Tibbles are out of control. And when the play gets rough, somebody could get hurt! D.W. Tricks The Tooth Fairy: D.W. needs money, quick. After all, every girl wants to have her own Fluffy Unicorn Clothes-Horse and Horse-Clothes Barn. When she tries to pull a fast one on the Tooth Fairy, will Arthur have to pay?

Double Tibble Trouble: Playing with the Tibble twins requires preparation, endurance and earplugs. But when one gets sick, playing with the other should be a lot easier -- shouldn't it? Arthur's Almost Live Not Real Music Festival: Arthur and the gang create their own music videos. What they lack in high-tech video gear, they make up for in state-of-the-art imaginations!

What Scared Sue Ellen?: Sue Ellen's not afraid of much, but when she encounters a really creepy howling noise in the woods, she's scared for real. She musters the gang for a showdown. Will they face their fears and learn the source of the mysterious howls? Clarissa Is Cracked: Grandma Thora has a lot of fun stuff, especially her porcelain doll, Clarissa. When Grandma lends Clarissa to D.W. for a week they have the most wonderful adventures together. But...will all that fun blemish the fair Clarissa?

Francine gets a new cat, but Arthur insists that cats are stupid.

Mom and Dad Have A Great Big Fight: When Mom and Dad fight over spilled milk, Arthur and D.W. fear the worst. Is it Arthur's fault or D.W.'s? And worse, will Mom or Dad have to move out? D.W.'s Perfect Wish: Turning five is a major, big deal event! But D.W. worries that she fribbled away her preschool years on meaningless pursuits. To make up for it, this year's birthday wish must be especially meaningful.

Arthur and D.W. Clean Up: Arthur just might make it to Happy Crazy Wow Day at the park -- if he and D.W. can work together to clean both their rooms! The Long, Dull Winter: What's wrong with Arthur? Is he bored? In love?? Arthur -- and the rest of the gang -- realize they are suffering from the January doldrums brought on by an acute lack of holidays. What's the cure? The kids decide to invent their own holiday.