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Super Why! is a CGI-animated superhero preschool television series created by Angela C. Santomero for PBS Kids and aimed for preschoolers ages 3 to 6. The show aired from September 3, 2007 to May 12, 2016. Its episodes are shown below.

Series overview[]

Season Episodes Originally aired
First aired Last aired
1 65 September 3, 2007 February 21, 2011
2 15 September 12, 2011 October 11, 2012
3 23 August 17, 2015 May 12, 2016

Episodes[]

Pilot (2000)[]

Episode # Title Written by Directed by Storyboard by Synopsis Note Original air date
0[1] Super Why? Angela Santomero & Jennifer Twomey Dave Thomas Dave Thomas Wee Willy (prototype version of Whyatt) is upset at Willa (prototype version of Red) for knocking down his tower made of buttons, so he looks into "The Three Little Pigs" for a solution to solve the problem. The plot for the pilot was later modified and used in the first episode of the series. Unaired

Produced 1999 Shown at the 2000 Annecy Film Festival.

Season 1 (2007–2011)[]

Episode # Title Written by Directed by Storyboard by Synopsis Super Story Answer Original air date[2] Prime Video #
1 "The Three Little Pigs" Angela C. Santomero Angela C. Santomero Ruth Ramirez Pig is mad at Jill for knocking down his buildings. The Super Readers then jump into the Three Little Pigs book. Friend September 3, 2007 1
2 "Hansel and Gretel" Angela C. Santomero & Jennifer Hamburg Samantha Freeman Alpert Wayne Lee Pack Peter Piper is upset at Red for eating one of his pickled peppers without asking first. The Super Readers then jump into the Hansel and Gretel book. Ask First September 4, 2007 11
3 "Humpty Dumpty" Angela C. Santomero & Alex Breen Steven DeNure Ruth Ramirez Pig has to go down the slide in his backyard, but he's too afraid to come down. The Super Readers then jump into the Humpty Dumpty book, where an egg does not want to fall. Cheer September 5, 2007 12
4 "Jack and the Beanstalk" Angela C. Santomero Annie Lori Frank Ramirez Whyatt's baby sister, Joy, is crying and won't stop having a tantrum. The Super Readers then jump into the Jack and the Beanstalk book, where a giant also won't stop having a tantrum. Music September 6, 2007 2
5 "The Tortoise and the Hare" Jennifer Hamburg Troy Sullivan Red and Princess Pea team up in a potato sack race, but can't agree on how they should win. The Super Readers then jump into the Tortoise and the Hare book. Enjoy the Game September 13, 2007 3
6 "Goldilocks and the Three Bears" Angela C. Santomero Wayne Lee Pack When Whyatt entered his older brother Jack's room he messed it up. The Super Readers then jump into the Goldilocks and the Three Bears book, where a girl made a mess. Clean Up September 14, 2007 4
7 "The Boy Who Cried Wolf" Ratha McCann Wayne Lee Pack Whyatt hears Baby Joy say her first word, but nobody believes him. The Super Readers then jump into the Boy Who Cried Wolf book, where a boy sees a wolf, but nobody believes him. Trust September 17, 2007 13
8 "Rapunzel" Angela C. Santomero & Eva Steele-Saccio Troy Sullivan Princess Pea's kitten gets stuck in a tree. The Super Readers then jump into the Rapunzel book. Teamwork September 18, 2007 5
9 "The Ugly Duckling" Angela C. Santomero, Jennifer Hamburg & Pammy Salmon Frank Ramirez Princess Pea is having trouble dancing in ballet. The Super readers then jump into the Ugly Duckling book. Keep Trying September 25, 2007 6
10 "The Elves and the Shoemaker" Angela C. Santomero & Michael Smith Wayne Lee Pack Whyatt receives a letter from a secret friend. The Super Readers then jump into the Elves and the Shoemaker book. Playdate September 26, 2007 7
11 "Little Miss Muffet" Angela C. Santomero, Jennifer Hamburg & Sandy Damashek Ruth Ramirez Red wants to play with Little Boy Blue, but he keeps running away because he is scared. The Super Readers then jump into the Little Miss Muffet book, where a spider wants to play with a girl. Nice September 27, 2007 14
12 "Cinderella" Brian Perkins & Angela C. Santomero Troy Sullivan Red is worried about fitting in at Sleeping Beauty's princess party. The Super Readers then jump into the Cinderella book, where they meet Cinderella. Be Yourself September 28, 2007 8
13 "The Ant and the Grasshopper" Ratha McCann Frank Ramirez Because Pig goofed off instead of preparing for a picnic, he forgot his lunch at home. The Super Readers then jump into the Ant and the Grasshopper book. Get Ready October 17, 2007 15
14 "The Little Red Hen" Sandy Damashek Ruth Ramirez Red needs help by making applesauce cookies, but all her friends are too busy. The Super readers then jump into the Little Red Hen book. Tell Why October 18, 2007 16
15 "The Frog Prince" Alana Sanko, Angela C. Santomero & Jennifer Hamburg Wayne Lee Pack Princess Pea and Spider want to do different things: Princess Pea wants to do ballet, while Spider wants to spin webs. The Super Readers then jump into the Frog Prince book, where they meet a frog who wants to jump, and a princess who wants to play with her wands. Take Turns October 19, 2007 17
16 "The Princess and the Pea" Jennifer Hamburg Troy Sullivan Princess Pea is worried that she won't pass her puzzle test. The Super Readers then jump into the Princess and the Pea book. Smart November 20, 2007 18
17 "Little Red Riding Hood" Angela C. Santomero Ralphwood Lighthill Wolfy keeps tricking and scaring Pig. The Super Readers then jump into the Little Red Riding Hood book, and meet a wolf tricking them. Stop November 21, 2007 9
18 "Tom Thumb" Pammy Salmon Ruth Ramirez Pig wants to go on an adventure himself, but he's too young to go alone. The Super Readers then jump into the Tom Thumb book. Family November 22, 2007 10
19 "Little Bo Peep" Ratha McCann Wayne Lee Pack Whyatt's pet lizard sneaks away. The Super Readers then jump into the Little Bo Peep book. Clues January 21, 2008 19
20 "The Emperor's New Clothes" Sheila Dinsmore Troy Sullivan Pig feels embarrassed when Jill makes him wear a pail on his head. The Super Readers then jump into the Emperor's New Clothes book, where an Emperor was given invisible clothes and did not want to march a parade in his invisible clothes. Speak Up January 22, 2008 20
21 "The Twelve Dancing Princesses" Jennifer Hamburg Troy Sullivan It's the day before Whyatt's birthday and he's wondering why his family is being strangely sneaky. Surprise April 7, 2008 61
22 "The Three Billy Goats Gruff" Brian Perkins Ruth Ramirez Red’s grandmother won't let her cross the kitchen floor to have a piece of red velvet cake. The Super Readers then jump into the Three Billy Goats Gruff book, where 3 goats had to cross a bridge to get home. Manners April 8, 2008 62
23 "Thumbelina" Jennifer Hamburg & Eva Steele-Saccio Wayne Lee Pack Pig can't find his stuffed animal Henry hippo. The Super Readers then jump into the Thumbelina book, where Thumbelina can't find her friend Thimble. Ask For Help April 9, 2008 63
24 "Goldilocks and the Three Bears: The Mystery" Betty Quan Troy Sullivan Whyatt's older brother, Jack, is angry at him for breaking one of the strings on his guitar. The Super Readers then jump into the Goldilocks and the Three Bears: The Mystery book, where the bears thought Goldilocks made a mess when she did not do it. Prove It April 10, 2008 81
25 "Beauty and the Beast" Andrea Maywhort, Eric Saiet & Jennifer Hamburg Frank Ramirez During their playdate, Wolfy was so upset after his kite got stuck on a tree and Princess Pea doesn't understand why Wolfy is so upset. The Super Readers then jump into the Beauty and the Beast book. Use Your Words May 19, 2008 64
26 "Rumpelstiltskin" Brian Perkins Frank Ramirez Princess Pea needs help tying the laces on her roller skates. The Super Readers then jump into the Rumpelstiltskin book, where they meet a princess at a spinning wheel. Learn May 20, 2008 65
27 "Tiddalick the Frog" Sheila Dinsmore John Flagg Whyatt's mom gets very crossed with him for leaving the water on for too long. The Super Readers then jump into the Tiddalick the Frog book. Save Water April 22, 2008 66
28 "Sleeping Beauty" Claudia Silver John Flagg Princess Pea wants to have a tea party rather than play pirates with the 3 pigs. The Super Readers then jump into the Sleeping Beauty book. Try New Things May 21, 2008 67
29 "The Foolish Wishes" Ratha McCann Frank Ramirez Whyatt can't decide between getting a racecar, bubble blower, or comic book at the gift shop. The Super Readers then jump into the Foolish Wishes book. Choose Carefully May 22, 2008 68
30 "The Goose and the Golden Eggs" Sandy Damashek Angela C. Santomero Ruth Ramirez Baby Bear wants an apple, but Red doesn't want to share. The Super Readers then jump into the Goose and The Golden Eggs book, where a man didn't want to share golden eggs. Share September 1, 2008 21
31 "The Magic Porridge Pot" Jennifer Hamburg, Andrea Maywhort & Eric Saiet Samantha Freeman Alpert John Flagg Because he did not listen to his dad on how to stop it, Pig's brand new toy robot is completely out of control and causing violence. The Super Readers then jump into the Magic Porridge Pot book, where a porridge pot is making porridge around a village and a girl didn't listen to her dad on how to stop it. Listen September 2, 2008 22
32 "Pinocchio" Alex Breen, Angela C. Santomero & Jennifer Hamburg Steven DeNure Troy Sullivan Whyatt accidentally knocks over Mr. Lizard's 1st birthday cake and lies to his mom about it. The Super Readers then jump into the Pinocchio book, where Pinocchio accidentally broke a puppet but said to his father that he did not do it. Tell the Truth September 3, 2008 23
33 "Momotaro the Peach Boy" Betty Quan Annie Lori Frank Ramirez The 3 pigs are trying to build a backyard fort, but it's not working because they keep arguing. The Super Readers then jump into the Momotaro the Peach Boy book, where Momotaro's animal friends were arguing while trying to stop an ogre from roaring. Work Together September 4, 2008 24
34 "The Gingerbread Boy" Sheila Dinsmore Ruth Ramirez Pig's dad tells him he needs to be careful at the park. The Super Readers then jump into the Gingerbread Boy book, where a gingerbread boy was running fast. Be Careful October 13, 2008 25
35 "The Ghost Who Was Afraid of Halloween" Jennifer Hamburg John Flagg Pig is too scared to go trick-or-treating on Halloween. The Super Readers then jump into the Ghost Who Was Afraid of Halloween book, where they meet a ghost scared of Halloween. Pretend October 14, 2008 31
36 "The Stars in the Sky" Claudia Silver Alex Greychuck Princess Pea wants to play on the rainbow, but her mother says that it's impossible. Imagine October 15, 2008 26
37 "The Three Feathers" Eva Steele-Saccio & Jennifer Hamburg Frank Ramirez Pig is having a negative attitude by refusing to build train tracks. The Super Readers then jump into the Three Feathers book, where a son of a king had a negative attitude by saying that he couldn't win a contest. Be Positive November 28, 2008 27
38 "Twas the Night Before Christmas" Angela C. Santomero Anne Wood Whyatt wonders why Santa Claus likes to give gifts to children on Christmas, but his parents didn't answer. The Super Readers then jump into the Twas The Night Before Christmas book. Happy December 9, 2008 33
39 "The Little Mermaid" Pammy Salmon & Jennifer Hamburg John Flagg Pig doesn't like being different from his friends because he isn't a human. The Super Reads then jump into the Little Mermaid book, where a mermaid was different from kids on land. Proud November 28, 2008 28
40 "Juan Bobo and the Pig" Sheila Dinsmore Alex Greychuck Red's grandma asks for a piece of paper. However, Red gets confused, thinking she asked for a "pizza paper". Ask Questions February 16, 2009 29
41 "Snow White" Jennifer Hamburg Ruth Ramirez Princess Pea has a bad tummyache, but she really wants to have popcorn from Goldilocks. Stop and Think February 17, 2009 30
42 "The Rolling Rice Cakes" Sheila Dinsmore Ruth Ramirez Wolfy gets unhappy because Red took her basket of treats from him. Give to Others February 18, 2009 34
43 "Peter Rabbit" Becky Friedman & Jennifer Hamburg Alex Greychuck Red can't find a good present for her grandma. Love February 19, 2009 82
44 "The Boy Who Drew Cats" Eva Steele-Saccio Frank Ramirez Whyatt wants to draw a comic for his big brother Jack, but he can't figure out what to draw. The Super Readers then jump into the Boy Who Drew Cats book, where a boy was drawing cats. Doodle March 23, 2009 35
45 "Aladdin" Andrea Maywhort & Eric Saiet Cliffnet Bache Princess Pea really wants a playtime palace, but she can't make one appear. Do It Yourself April 20, 2009 32
46 "George and the Dragon" Sheila Dinsmore Pig's frisbee gets stomped on by the giant, but he's too scared to retrieve it. Brave June 2, 2009 42
47 "The Swiss Family Robinson" Eva Steele-Saccio Little Boy Blue's raft breaks and he can't get off a tiny island on Storybrook pond, which makes Whyatt don't know what to do. Resourceful June 3, 2009 43
48 "The Three Little Pigs: Return of the Wolf" Ratha McCann Pig and his brothers try to build a picnic table, but they've built it all wrong and it fell down. Follow Directions August 3, 2009 38
49 "Alice in Wonderland" Sheila Dinsmore Princess Pea plays with bubbles for too long and misses the pink princess tea party that's at the tea cafe. Clock August 10, 2009 45
50 "Dr. Dolittle" Andrea Maywhort & Eric Saiet Red's new puppy looks upset and she doesn't know why. Take Care August 17, 2009 44
51 "Muddled Up Fairytales" Jennifer Hamburg Whyatt's friends have their own thing to do today, everyone but Whyatt. Create August 24, 2009 49
52 "Hansel and Gretel: A Healthy Adventure" Cathy Hildenbrand & Jennifer Hamburg Red feels tired after eating sugary candy and gets drunk by drinking soda. Healthy November 9, 2009 83
53 "Cinderella: The Prince's Side of the Story" Angela C. Santomero, Jennifer Hamburg & Becky Friedman Angela C. Santomero, Samantha Freeman Alpert & Steven DeNure Red doesn't know what to do after Little Boy Blue just left. Clever November 10, 2009 37
54 "The Prince and the Pauper" Ratha McCann Whyatt doesn't like how loud his house is, while Princess Pea doesn't like how quiet her home is. The Super Readers then jump into the Prince and the Pauper book, where a Prince doesn't like how quiet his home is and a Pauper doesn't like how loud is home is. Home November 11, 2009 41
55 "The Ugly Duckling: Becoming a Swan" Alicia DeBellis Capobianco & Jennifer Hamburg Pig grows too big for his bed and his sneakers. Growing Up November 12, 2009 47
56 "The Nutcracker" Jennifer Hamburg Sleeping Beauty is too grumpy and doesn't want to do anything at Princess Pea's party. Dance November 25, 2009 48
57 "Comic Book: Attack of the Eraser" Alex Breen Wolfy erases the kickball game scores from the chalkboard. Think of Others January 15, 2010 51
58 "The Story of the Tooth Fairy" Becky Friedman & Jennifer Hamburg Whyatt loses his first tooth and wants to keep it. Note January 22, 2010 50
59 "The Cookbook" Becky Friedman Annie Lori Frank Ramirez Whyatt wants to make a carrot applesauce cake for Baby Joy's birthday, but doesn't know how. Recipe January 29, 2010 70
60 "The Big Game" Sheila Dinsmore Whyatt can't hit a baseball at the sports field.


Note: This is the last episode animated by C.O.R.E. before suspending operations on March 15, 2010.

Practice February 5, 2010 69
61 "The Beach Day Mystery" Becky Friedman A surprise is hidden at the beach and the Super Readers can't figure out where it could be. Treasure Hunt July 12, 2010 52
62 "The Swan Maiden" Ratha McCann Red doesn't want Little Boy Blue to stop playing with her, so she hides his horn. Play Soon September 13, 2010 36
63 "The City Mouse and the Country Mouse" Eva Steele-Saccio Whyatt misses his big brother Jack after he leaves for college. Sleepover October 18, 2010 39
64 "King Midas" Andrea Maywhort & Eric Saiet Pig wants more toy cars. The Super Readers then jump into the King Midas book, where a king wanted more gold. Thankful November 15, 2010 40
65 "The Story of Mother Goose" Jennifer Hamburg Red can't finish her song because she can't find the right word for the end. Rhyme February 21, 2011 46

Season 2 (2011–2012)[]

Nicholas Kaegi replaces Nicholas Castel Vanderburgh in the role of Whyatt Beanstalk / Super Why.

Episode # Title Written by Synopsis Super Story Answer Original air date[2] Prime Video #
66 "Woofster Finds A Home" Angela C. Santomero Whyatt gets an adorable puppy, but doesn't know how to find a home.


Note: This is the first appearance of Woofster. He would then become the new member of the Super Readers.

Adopt September 12, 2011 53
67 "Webby in Bathland" Jennifer Hamburg Red washes hands with soap and water, but is told by her grandma that they aren't clean. Bubbles September 13, 2011 54
68 "Bedtime for Bear" Jennifer Hamburg Baby Joy is afraid of the dark. Nightlight September 14, 2011 55
69 "Molly's Dance Show" Angela C. Santomero Princess Pea is nervous to perform for a recital. Believe September 15, 2011 56
70 "King Eddie Who Loved Spaghetti" Becky Friedman Whyatt wants rice, but his food on the plate is unhealthy. Variety September 16, 2011 57
71 "Jasper's Cowboy Wish" Jennifer Hamburg Pig wants to play cowboys with the others. Hero January 16, 2012 59
72 "Baby Dino's Big Discovery" Angela C. Santomero Whyatt tries to determine what dinosaur his toy is. Observe January 17, 2012 60
73 "Princess Gwennie Saves the Day" Becky Friedman Red and Princess Pea perform in a play. Funny January 18, 2012 71
74 "The Great Robot Race" Becky Friedman Whyatt and Puppy want to win the Porridge Race. Invent January 19, 2012 72
75 "Around the World Adventure" Becky Friedman Whyatt meets a girl older than him. Map June 15, 2012 76
76 "Naila and the Magic Map" Jennifer Hamburg Pig and friends play with what looks to be an Egyptian map. Secret Code June 15, 2012 58
77 "The Adventures of Math-a-Million" Jennifer Hamburg Pig has trouble as he learns Math. Add October 8, 2012 73
78 "Monty's Adventures in Music Town" Jennifer Hamburg Red doesn't know which musical instrument she can choose. Voice October 9, 2012 74
79 "Zora's Art Adventure" Becky Friedman Pig does not know what to paint in Art Class. Inspire October 10, 2012 75
80 "Galileo's Space Adventure" Sarah Wallendjack Princess Pea glimpses a flash of light while the group learns about space. Orbit October 11, 2012

Season 3 (2015–2016)[]

Johnny Orlando replaces Nicholas Kaegi in the role of Whyatt Beanstalk / Super Why, Samuel Faraci replaces Zachary Bloch in the role of Pig / Alpha Pig, and T.J. McGibbon replaces Siera Florindo in the role of Red / Wonder Red.

Episode # Title Written by Synopsis Super Story Answer Original air date[2] Prime Video #
81 "The Story of the Super Readers"[3] Angela C. Santomero, Jennifer Hamburg & Becky Friedman The Super Readers are having a party in the book club, but only Super You (the viewer) jumps into the book to find out about the history of the Super Readers. Super Readers August 17, 2015 82
82 "Roxie's Missing Music Book"[4] Laura Steifman Whyatt can't show his comic book because it is missing! Go Back August 18, 2015 92
83 "The Banana Mystery"[5] Adam Rudman Pig's lemons are missing for his lemonade stand. Someone has stolen them....but who is it? Search August 19, 2015 93
84 "The Underwater Lost Treasure"[6] Eric Saiet & Andrea Scully When Pig's last puzzle piece is missing, the Super Readers jump into an underwater mystery book. Look Carefully August 20, 2015 94
85 "The Cowgirl Mystery"[7] Jennifer Hamburg Whyatt's game board is missing. Evidence August 21, 2015 95
86 "The Alphabet's Sad Day"[8] Angela C. Santomero, Jennifer Hamburg & Becky Friedman Pig feels like he isn't really helping his brothers build their brick house. Important September 21, 2015 78
87 "The Silly Word Play"[9] Ratha McCann Princess Pea's silliness prevents Red, Whyatt, and Pig from flying a kite. Cooperate September 22, 2015 79
88 "The Rhyming Carnival"[10] Raye Lankford Red wants to show Whyatt a trick with her new toy, but it won't cooperate. Calm Down September 23, 2015 80
89 "A Day with Farmer Fred (aka The Mixed Up Story)"[11] Jennifer Hamburg Whyatt is excited. Why? Because Goldilocks is reading him and Baby Joy a book called A Day with Farmer Fred! But when Baby Joy starts shaking the book, the words fall out! Then when Goldilocks puts the words back in, the book gets mixed up and does NOT make sense! Fix the Order September 24, 2015 81
90 "Judith's Happy Chanukah"[12] Jennifer Hamburg Whyatt is excited to have been invited to Red's Grandma's house to celebrate Chanukah, but doesn't know much about the holiday. Traditions December 7, 2015
91 "The Unhappy Puppy"[13] Ratha McCann Woofster is lonely when Whyatt goes to school. Pal January 11, 2016
92 "The Pupp-athon"[14] Adam Rudman Woofster becomes distracted by the Storybrook Village talent show. Concentrate January 12, 2016
93 "Where's Woofster?"[15] Eric Saiet & Andrea Scully Whyatt and Princess Pea can't figure out what the dog wants to play. Hide and Seek January 13, 2016
94 "Super Puppy Saves the Day"[16] Raye Lankford Woofster really wants to meet Super Puppy. Woofster January 14, 2016
95 "The Princess Who Loved Mud" Becky Friedman & Jennifer Hamburg The Super Readers meet a princess named Princess Reece who really loves mud, unlike the other princesses. Play Your Own Way March 14, 2016 83
96 "The Missing Princess of Pet City (aka Woofster and the Pet Pack)" Angela C. Santomero, Jennifer Hamburg & Becky Friedman The Super Readers enter Whyatt's comic book centered around Woofster and his friends, the Pet Pack, and their search for a missing princess. Team March 15, 2016 84
97 "The Three Bears Go Camping" Laura Steifman Whyatt, Pig, and Red want to camp out, but they can't agree on where to place the tent. Compromise March 16, 2016 85
98 "Mathis' Book of Why" Jennifer Hamburg Pig and Princess Pea wonder... why they can not find any rainbows? Look in a Book March 17, 2016 86
99 "Comic Book: Attack of More Man!" Eric Saiet & Andrea Scully The Super Readers try to help Red when she keeps dropping her toys. They enter a story about a villain who multiplies everything. Pick and Choose March 18, 2016 87
100 "Monster Munch"[17] Jennifer Hamburg The pals help a hungry little monster find his lunch and learn about good nutrition. Eat for Energy May 9, 2016 88
101 "Landon's Circus Adventure"[18] Ratha McCann The Super Readers meet a kid acrobat who's nervous about performing in front of people for the first time. Together May 10, 2016 89
102 "Tilden the Caterpillar"[19] Ratha McCann The Super Readers meet a caterpillar that needs help preparing for his transformation into a butterfly. Be Patient May 11, 2016 90
103 "The Sheep Who Lost Little Bo Peep"[20] Laura Steifman The Super Readers meet two lost little sheep. Stay in One Place May 12, 2016 91
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