Clifford's
Puppy Days Episodes
Below are descriptions of all the episodes of the Clifford's
Puppy Days TV series.
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CLIFFORD'S PUPPY DAYS EPISODE DESCRIPTIONS
Socks and Snooze (Episode P101a)
When Emily Elizabeth can't find one of her "lucky"
socks for the first day of school, Clifford's determined to
hunt it down for her. After a thorough search of her room
and an investigation of Flo and Zo's secret kitten stash,
he's no closer to victory. On a hunch, he accompanies Mr.
Howard to the laundry room where he finds the Sidarskys have
turned the sock into a bed for their youngest mouse. Clifford
swaps his favorite slipper for the sock, but Emily Elizabeth's
happiness more than compensates for his loss. In the end,
even Daffodil admits he was right--you shouldn't give up when
you're helping a friend.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Help Others
Keeping Cool (Episode P101b)
While Evan is baby-sitting Emily Elizabeth and Clifford, he
tries to impress Vanessa, the new girl in the building, but
all his attempts result in disaster. Finally Evan stops trying
so hard and plays with Clifford and Emily. Once he decides
to be himself, Vanessa is truly impressed - especially when
she sees how good a friend Evan is.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe In Yourself
The Monster in 3-B (Episode P102a)
The beginning of the new school year brings new neighbors
for the Howards. The animals excitedly wonder if they have
a pet...until they're alarmed by a strange wailing noise coming
from the apartment. Rumors of a monster are fed by the discovery
of an enormous tooth and the disappearance of Flo. When Clifford
finally meets the friendly new family, he finds that all his
fears of them housing a "monster" are unfounded.
In the end, Clifford and the gang realize that you should
get to know people before you decide what they're like.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect
Cat-tastrophe (Episode P102b)
The kittens, Flo and Zo, are staying with the Howards while
their owner is away for the weekend. Clifford wants to be
a good host but the kittens are not the most considerate house
guests. They make a mess and don't clean up after themselves.
They're rude about food. And worst of all they break Clifford's
favorite toy in the whole world and don't apologize. Clifford's
feelings are hurt big time but Flo and Zo don't comprehend
their mistake until they see how upset Clifford is. Flo and
Zo apologize and help set things straight.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect and Be a Good
Friend
Jorge and the Dog Run (Episode P103a)
Clifford and Jorge are reminiscing about the day they met.
Through flashback, we see what happened on Clifford's first
trip to the neighborhood dog run. Clifford nervously makes
several attempts to meet the other dogs, but each is unsuccessful.
Ready to give up, Clifford stumbles into a hole Jorge's been
digging and the two quickly strike up a friendship. They join
some other dogs in a game of Dog Ball and Jorge sticks up
for Clifford when another dog picks on him. Once Jorge teaches
Clifford the right way to play, the two prove to be an impressive
duo out on the court. Clifford then returns the favor by sharing
his lunch with Jorge. Later, when Clifford returns home, he
receives a special surprise-- he and Jorge are neighbors!
At the same time, this reunion allows their owners-- Emily
Elizabeth and Nina-- a chance to follow the dogs' lead and
become friends too.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend
Clifford's Clubhouse (Episode P103b)
When Clifford realizes how much fun Emily Elizabeth is having
in her new club at school, he decides to start one with all
of his friends in the apartment complex. A problem arises,
however, when the members have trouble finding just the right
clubhouse.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend
Paw Print Picasso (Episode P104a)
Emily Elizabeth has just finished her best painting ever for
the school art fair. Suddenly, by accident, Clifford runs
through the paint and right across the painting!! Flo and
Zo tell him to hide it so they roll it up, but Clifford feels
terrible. The next morning, he tries to get Emily Elizabeth
to see the painting before she takes it to school, but its
no use. When the judges see the painting, complete with colored
paw prints, they love it! When Emily Elizabeth tells everyone
who really put the paw prints on her painting, she and Clifford
receive a big round of applause! In the end, Clifford realizes
he should have told Emily Elizabeth the truth about what he'd
done right from the start.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful
Hup-Hup (Episode P104b)
Clifford befriends Bibi, a seeing-eye dog who recently moved
into the building. This friendship brings confusion because
Bibi appears to ignore Clifford when she is assisting her
owner. Yet, when Bibi is "off duty" Clifford can't
ask for a more attentive friend. Clifford ultimately learns
that friends remain friends even when they are not in a position
to show it.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Responsible and Be a
Good Friend
Sock It To Me (Episode P105a)
Clifford and Emily Elizabeth have a great time playing with
the "sock spider." Daffodil feels left out but doesn't
tell him how she feels. In the end she finally admits her
feelings and, feeling he hasn't been sensitive, Clifford asks
her to join in the game. She does and the three play Hide
n' Seek with the sock spider.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful and Be Kind
My Toy (Episode P105b)
It's another day at the dog run. As per usual, each pup brings
a toy to share with the other dogs, but Jorge is reluctant
to share his brand new squeaky squirrel. First, he hides it.
Then he deflects attention onto the other dogs' toys. Then
he pretends he's lost the toy. Finally, Jorge agrees to let
the others use it, but is so protective that his friends find
it almost impossible to really play with it. Jorge confesses
the truth and then trudges off with his toy, thinking no one
wants to play with him but the other dogs call him back. They
understand that you can have a really special toy that you
want to save just for yourself and respect Jorge's desire
to keep his "special toy" separate from the groups'
play. In the end, Jorge realizes he should have just been
honest about his feelings from the beginning.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect and Be Truthful
Friends of All Ages (Episode P106a)
When an older dog, Tricksie, moves into the apartment complex,
Clifford and Jorge unsuccessfully try to get her to join in
their dog games. While Tricksie amazes Clifford and Jorge
with her creative ideas, she gets tired easily and the 2 younger
dogs are unsure of how to play with her. Then along comes
a rainy day, which forces Clifford and Jorge to stay inside.
When they become bored, Tricksie entertains them with a story
about her life in the circus and teaches them some circus
tricks. Clifford and Jorge realize that though Tricksie may
be different from them, she has much to offer in her own way.
And the two dogs also learn to respect her for being different.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect
Clifford's Super Sleepover (Episode P106b)
When Emily Elizabeth attends her first sleepover, Clifford
misses her so much he can't imagine how he'll pass the time
until she returns home. He's never spent a night without her
and is completely distraught. Daffodil realizes that if she
can keep him busy until bedtime, he'll be fine as Emily Elizabeth
will return first thing in the morning. Daffodil enlists the
other animals and, working together, they help Clifford get
through the evening.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend and Work
Together
Clifford's Field Trip (Episode P107a)
When Clifford inadvertently joins Emily Elizabeth's class
on a trip to the Hands-On Nature Museum, Emily Elizabeth and
her friends decide to hide his presence for fear that they
will have to miss the field trip if the teacher discovers
the truth. In the end, however, they learn that they should
have been honest from the start.
Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful
Helping Paws (Episode P107b)
Clifford offers to baby-sit the Sidarsky kids. Despite Daffodil's
warnings, he insists that the job will be simple and easy
but soon discovers that babysitting the 4 little mice is a
lot harder than he anticipated. Daffodil offers to help him,
however Clifford declines, insisting that he can do this job
on his own, all by himself. But when he becomes too sleepy
to watch the kids on his own, Clifford admits to Daffodil
that he does indeed need help, and learns that a big part
of being responsible is being able to ask others for help
when you really need it.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Responsible
Nina's Perfect Party (Episode P108a)
Nina's birthday is coming up, and she sets out to plan the
best party ever. But at the last minute, a pipe bursts at
the party location and ruins Nina's plans. She is crushed
and decides to call of the party. Emily Elizabeth feels bad,
and decides to throw a small party for Nina in the courtyard.
She gets everyone in the building to pitch in and, when they
all surprise Nina, she is delighted. In the end, Nina learns
that any party with your friends is indeed the perfect party.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Work Together
Just the Right Size (Episode P108b)
When Mrs. Howard misplaces her car keys, everyone in the house
scrambles to try to find them before Emily Elizabeth misses
her ballet recital. Daffodil insists that Clifford is just
too small to help, but Clifford can't sit idly by knowing
that Emily Elizabeth needs him. Eventually, Clifford figures
out just where to look and capitalizes on his small size to
retrieve the missing keys. Daffodil and Clifford realize that
physical size doesn't matter--anyone, regardless of size,
can be a big help.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe in Yourself and
Help Others
Something Special (Episode P109a)
As he tries to help set up for a big Cinco de Mayo party,
Clifford begins to doubt that he has any special skills to
offer. Will his friends be able to cheer him up and convince
him that he does have a 'something special'?
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe in Yourself
Shun in the Game (Episode P109b)
It's a beautiful first day of spring AND the official opening
day of the Courtyard Volleyball season! As Emily Elizabeth
grabs her ball and rushes outside to play, Clifford and his
friends are right behind her. Soon, they make up their own
game -- walleyball and everyone joins in. The only one who
doesn't seem to be having a good time is Shun. When he hits
the volleyball out for the third time, he suddenly pretends
to hear his mom calling. Next, he arrives at the court with
band-aids on every finger. Finally, he admits to Evan that
he doesn't like to play volleyball because he's not very good
at it. Evan helps him understand that you don't have to be
GOOD at a sport to have FUN playing it. Soon, Shun gets in
the game and joins in the fun.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe in Yourself
Clifford's Winter Spirit (Episode P110a)
It's the first snowfall of the year and it seems like everyone
in the apartment building has a set tradition for the occasion
except Norville. As a result, Norville is left feeling sad
and lonely. His spirits are lifted, though, when his friends
start a new winter tradition that specifically includes him.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Kind and Share
Flo-motion (Episode P110b)
Flo is a super-athlete -- she excels in physical pursuits,
whether it be running, spinning, or catching a flying disc.
Clifford can't keep up with her, but he doesn't care, as long
as he's having fun. But when Jorge brings over his new toy,
a Bean Bag, Flo discovers to her dismay that she's not very
good at playing with it. Worse yet, Clifford is just great
at the Bean Bag game. Rather than admit that she's not very
good, Flo dismisses this new game as boring, and claims that
she'd rather play by herself. Once she's all alone, however,
Flo realizes that being with your friends, not being the best,
is what makes playtime so much fun.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful
No Small Parts, Only Small Puppies (Episode
P111a)
Nina has written a play about springtime and she's making
her friends the stars. However, Nina has very specific ideas
about how things should be performed and insists everything
is done her way. Nina is unfazed when her cast and crew eventually
leave the show because it allows her to finally do everything
herself. But without their help, the rehearsal is a disaster.
Nina realizes that she simply can't do it all on her own and
that he friends don't like being told what to do. Nina is
a good friend by playing fair.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Play Fair
Fine Feathered Friend (Episode P111b)
Norville's molting throws him in to a tizzy. Embarrassed by
the way he looks, he refuses to let his friends see him. At
first his behavior confuses Clifford, but Emily Elizabeth
inadvertently helps him understand when she recounts losing
her first baby tooth. She thought everyone would laugh at
her, but she learned that her friends easily accepted her
appearance; it wasn't her tooth that they liked, it was Emily
Elizabeth. Inspired by this story, Clifford and his friends
then set out to show Norville that his worth is not based
on his appearance.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend
Sing-a-Song Norville (Episode P112a)
Norville loves to sing but his constant off-key clamor is
driving everyone bonkers. All the animals decide that they
need to speak with Norville about the constant singing, but
Clifford is worried about hurting his feelings. He volunteers
to speak with Norville alone so that he can "break the
news gently" but finds that he is so worried about hurting
Norville's feelings that he is unable to level with his friend.
Eventually, Norville's nighttime singing evokes "boos"
from the sleepy residents of the apartment building, and his
feeling get very hurt. Clifford realizes that he should have
been honest with Norville in the first place and Norville
realizes that his actions were inconsiderate.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful and Have Respect
Tell Me a Tale (Episode P112b)
When a snow storm prevents Shun, Emily Elizabeth, and Nina
from playing outside, the three are very bored. Shun decides
to entertain his friends with a traditional Japanese story
about Issunboshi -- a very small boy, (dog), who ends up saving
the day with his big heart and limitless bravery. We dissolve
into a fantasy where our kids and a animals play the roles.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Help Others
Hoop Dreams (Episode P113a)
When Evan joins the school basketball team he is discouraged
by the fact that he's much smaller than his teammates. But
Clifford inspires him to use his small size to his advantage,
and Evan soon learns that, when you believe in yourself, anything
is possible.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe in Yourself
Doggie Duds (Episode P113b)
When Jorge neglects to take off a new sweater that Nina knit
him, he accidentally rips it while playing with Clifford.
Clifford and Daffodil try to help him find a way to fix the
sweater, but to no avail. Jorge decides to be honest and shows
Nina the rip. In the end, Nina's grandmother helps the girls
fix the damaged sweater and the next time Jorge decides to
play he makes sure to remove his special sweater beforehand.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Responsible and Be Truthful
The Best Nest (Episode P114a)
When Norville's nest disappears, his friends decide to build
him a new one, but their bickering and fooling around nearly
ruins the plan. Eventually, the friends learn that they must
work together in order to get the job done.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Work Together
Practice Makes Perfect (Episode P114b)
Emily Elizabeth eagerly accepts Mr. Solomon's offer of art
lessons and has a great time her first day. But when Nina
joins them the following day, Emily Elizabeth is discouraged
because she thinks Nina's pictures are much better than her
own. Deciding art is just not one of her talents, she stops
taking lessons. It isn't until Mr. Solomon shows her his own
shaky drawings from his childhood that Emily Elizabeth sees
the value of practicing and resolves to keep trying.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe in Yourself
Your Secret Valentine (Episode P115a)
It's Clifford's first Valentine's Day and he wants to make
a golden retriever pup his new friend by making her his Valentine.
Unfortunately, Norville and Jorge convince him that he has
to impress her first with tricks and feats of strength and
generosity. Daffodil disagrees. She keeps telling Clifford
to be himself. Luckily, someone else shows him just how nice
being yourself can be.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Believe in Yourself
The Perfect Pet (Episode P115b)
When the animals find out that Shun is going to get a pet,
they each try to influence his opinion. But, rather than convincing
him to get one type of pet over another, they make him decide
not to get any pet at all. Realizing their mistake, they put
their heads together to help Shun find the perfect pet.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Work Together
Mr. Blanky (Episode 116a)
Emily Elizabeth tells Nina that she still sleeps with her
baby blanket. Later, Nina inadvertently shares this information
with Shun. Soon, everyone knows about Emily Elizabeth's "blanky."
When she discovers this, Emily Elizabeth is upset with Nina,
but Nina doesn't understand why she should apologize when
Emily Elizabeth never explicitly told her that this information
was a secret. With Evan's help, Nina learns that confidences
between friends really shouldn't be broken and she apologizes
to Emily Elizabeth.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend and Respect
Others
With Friends Like You (Episode 116b)
Jorge, in an attempt to retrieve a ball from the other side
of a fence finds himself stuck. His friends try to get him
out but Clifford comes up with an idea that does the trick.
Jorge is so indebted to Clifford he vows to repay him and,
as a result, bombards Clifford with kind favors and words.
At first, Clifford enjoys this special treatment but, pretty
soon, Jorge's acts of gratitude become overwhelming. Clifford
helps Jorge learn that helping your friends is an implicit
part of any friendship.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend, Help
Others, and Be Honest
Time Out (Episode P117a)
Nina loses her date book. Jorge doesn't help her find it,
thinking she will have more time to play with him. The plan
backfires, and Jorge learns to respect Nina's commitments.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect and Be Responsible
Sniff, Sniff (Episode P117b)
When Emily Elizabeth wakes up with a cold, Clifford does everything
he can to make her feel better. He tries playing with a pop
up book, playing ball, and getting her to dance. Finally he
realizes that one of the best things you can do for someone
who isn't feeling well doesn't feel like much at all. He goes
into her room and snuggles with her, and she couldn't be happier.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be a Good Friend
A Promise is a Promise (Episode P118a)
Evan promises to give Emily Elizabeth skateboarding lessons,
but repeatedly breaks their plans when the captain of the
basketball team, Bill Mazer, invites him to play ball. Evan
learns the importance of keeping a promise.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect and Be a Good
Friend
Share and Share Alike (Episode 118b)
The Community Center is having a book drive and the student
who collects the most books will win a full set of Sarah
Solver mysteries. Determined to win, Nina comes up with
the perfect action plan for her and her teammates, Emily Elizabeth
and Shun. But when the big day comes, she comes down with
a bad cold and is unable to participate. Using Nina's plan,
Shun and Emily Elizabeth set out without her and end up winning
the set of mystery books. In the end, they realize that it
was Nina's plan that enabled them to collect the record number
of books, and they decide to share the prize with her.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Share
Fall Feast (Episode P119a)
It's the Fall Feast holiday and the Howards are planning to
visit Emily Elizabeth's grandparents. But a huge snow storm
leaves them snowed in at the train station, along with many
of their friends and neighbors. At first, everyone's spirits
are very low but Clifford helps Emily Elizabeth realize that
the group can celebrate the Fall Feast together and rejoice
in its spirit of sharing.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Share
Norville's New Game (Episode P119b)
The animals are in the courtyard making up games. When it's
Norville's turn to invent a game he consistently reinvents
the rules so that each time emerges as the winner. Each time
this happens, he further alienates his friends until they
eventually refuse to play with him anymore. In the end, Norville
realizes the importance of playing fair.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Play Fair
Oh Brother! (Episode P120a)
Little Lucy Sidarsky is having a hard time adjusting to the
new baby in the family. Seeing this, Daffodil decides to share
with her the story of Clifford's arrival into Daffodil's home.
It takes some time, but Daffodil soon discovers the joy of
being a "big sister and friend" to someone who needs
her. Lucy has her own small revelation when she is able to
stop her little brother from crying.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Share and Be Kind
Up, Up, and Oops! (Episode P120b)
Emily Elizabeth, Nina and Shun decide to make their own kites
for a special kite-flying day at the park. But when neither
girls' kites will fly it looks like they won't be able to
participate in kite flying day. In the end, Shun shares his
special Japanese kite making materials with his friends and
this act of sharing saves the day for all involved.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: and Be Responsible
Moving On (Episode P121a)
The Sidarskys are moving to a newer mouse hole around the
corner. Clifford offers to help them move the big family clock
when he comes back from lunch. But on the way back, he gets
distracted. By the time he gets back to the laundry room,
the Sidarskys have already moved, but things are chaotic because
the baby can't sleep without that clock. Clifford feels bad
for not being there to help, but he makes amends by moving
the clock now and restoring harmony to the Sidarsky household.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Responsible and Help
Others
Fair is Fair (Episode P121b)
Emily Elizabeth and Nina volunteer to read to kids at the
book fair, but problems arise when their replacements -- Shun
and Evan -- don't show up in time.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Responsible
Grooming Gloom (Episode P122a)
Jorge is excited to learn that Nina will be taking him to
the Grooming Shop - until he gets some misinformation about
what a grooming shop is. At first his friends try to help
him find a way to get out of the experience. But Daffodil
helps him realize that he should trust Nina to do what is
best for him
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect
The Letter (Episode P122b)
Evan and Emily Elizabeth offer to mail a letter for Mr. Solomon
on their way to buy tickets to a concert by their favorite
band, the Zippers. But the kids' plans are disrupted by their
own generosity and helpful nature. When they finally arrive
at the park where the concert is taking place, the tickets
have been sold out. But the other members of the community
are so grateful to the kids for all of their help that day
that they all pitch in and make sure that Evan and Emily Elizabeth
attend the concert.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Help Others
Adopt-A-Pup (Episode P123a)
Evan, Emily Elizabeth and Clifford all help out at the Adopt-A-Pup
booth at the neighborhood street fair. Clifford befriends
a teacup poodle named Bon Bon, a tiny dog who is barely bigger
than he is, and helps her find a home.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Kind and Help Others
Jokes on You (Episode P123b)
It's Wacky Wednesday at school. Emily Elizabeth and her friends
are excited to spend the day telling jokes and having fun.
Nina, however, goes too far with the day. In the end she realizes
that her behavior wasn't respectful of her friends and that
there is an appropriate time and place for certain behaviors.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect
Lights, Camera, Action (Episode P124a)
Inspired by a classroom visit by Ken Burns, Emily Elizabeth,
Nina and Shun try to make a documentary highlighting people
in their neighborhood. But they're so busy trying to do their
jobs that they don't realize how they're messing up their
interviews. After they learn a lesson from Clifford about
having respect for others, they make a successful documentary.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Have Respect
Basketball Babysitter (Episode P124b)
Evan get tickets to see his hero, Allan Houston, play basketball,
and he's really excited. Emily Elizabeth and Clifford come
along, and they strike up a friendship with Allan Houston's
daughter, Remie, and her beagle puppy, Hoops. Evan winds up
babysitting for Remie and Hoops during the game. He's happy
to do it, but he winds up missing most of the game. But he's
a good sport about it, and when Allan Houston makes it up
to him by playing some one-on-one basketball with him - it's
his dream come true!
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Responsible and Help
Others
The Halloween Bandit (Episode P125a)
When the dessert buffet is raided at the apartment building's
annual Halloween party and havoc is wreaked by a small puppy,
all the evidence points to Clifford. But the small red puppy
is supported by his loyal animal friends and, of course, Emily
Elizabeth. Using a bit of detective work, the animals unmask
the real culprit -- a stray little puppy that sneaked into
the party. Ultimately, this hungry little puppy is adopted
by a neighborhood family and given a home.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful and Be a Good
Friend
An Honest Spin (Episode P125b)
When Clifford accidentally breaks Daffodil's spinning top,
he thinks the right thing to do is to tell her, but instead,
he follows Norville's advice and goes to great lengths to
keep Daffodil from finding out.
Clifford's Idea to Grow On: Be Truthful