Episode notes
Arthur is surprised when he and Brain are chosen to represent Mr. Ratburn’s class in the school-wide spellathon. Arthur didn’t study! How will he be able to compete against the smartest kid in the school and last year’s reigning champ?
The Arthur Podcast
by GBH & PBS Kids · English · Kids & Family
Arthur Read is back and starting his own podcast! Listen in as he shares his favorite adventures with, DW, Buster and all their friends from around Elwood City. The Arthur Podcast is produced by GBH Kids and distributed by PBS KIDS and PRX.
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