Reading Rainbow brings great books to life onscreen through rich illustrations and celebrity narrators. Each episode introduces kids to interesting new people and places, and explores important social and cultural issues that offer a close-up look at the world around them.
Episode 1: 'Martha Speaks' is a funny story of a dog who magically develops the ability to speak after eating alphabet soup. The amusing story teaches a subtle lesson in manners and has a happy outcome.
Episode 2: 'The Adventures of Taxi Dog' shares tales from Maxi, a stray dog who is adopted by a New York City taxi cab driver. The story is told in rhyme and is sensitive and funny.
