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In this episode: • self responsibility • respect for the property of others • conflict resolution • understanding feelings

Thomas trades his precious comic collection against an expensive art book with Barry for one week. When an accident ru...

In this episode: • family heritage • memories • responsibilities for actions
Thomas is shocked when he discovers that not only his grandmother's house is being sold, but all her furniture too. He wants to save her old rocking chair for himself, but problems are coming his way...

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In this episode: • accepting oneself and others • family support • dealing with change • dealing with conflict • safety awareness
Cousin Alex comes to live with the Thompson Family. Thomas' initial excitement dulls quickly when Alex's competitive spirit makes Thomas feel inadequate.

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In this episode: • separating from a loved one • leaving home • dealing with change • drinking and driving

Older brother Dennis is now about to leave home for university. He gets a new car from Dad, and Thomas surprises him drinking with friends. Concerned for his safety, he decides to steal ...

In this episode: • honouring commitments • valuing others • cooperation • sibling relationships
Thomas' interest in magic leads him to promise a magic show to the local hospital. Tracy wants to play along, but she is such a pain. Or is she, really?

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
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In this episode: • peer pressure • accepting consequences • valuing one’s background • family loyalty

Simon is tired of working for his dad and wants a job of his own. With good will, Thomas pushes him into a adventure with surprising consequences for everyone.

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In this episode: • valuing individual differences • peer pressure • self esteem

Thomas is talked into running for President of the Student Council. Swept by the attention the limelight offers, he realizes that one needs more than ideas to really make a difference. Eddie proves to be a solid al...

In this episode: • family changes • love and commitments • sickness • family loyalty

Simon has invited Thomas for an NHL hockey game, but his mother has planned a birthday party for his uncle George on the very same day! Why now? Well, perhaps later won't do for this time around. Here comes a...

In this episode: • popularity • peer pressure • love and infatuation • friendship

Thomas develops a crush on Susan, the most popular girl in school. Against their best judgement, Lisa and Simon try to help. Is Susan leading Thomas to nothing? Why do fools fall in love?

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In this episode: * Being grateful * Changing plans * Celebrate each day

Adventureworld, here we come! Who needs the milk festival with such a plan? One can get out of Maplewood, but can one leave Maplewood behind just like that? After all, there's no place like home!

In this episode: • true friends • true feelings • changing nature of relationships

Lisa develops a crush on Brad, the captain of the football team and eagerly wants to attend the high school dance in the hope to win his heart. Her parents say she is too young but she schemes a plan and goes an...

In this episode: • personal responsibility • rights and responsibilities • taking a stand • taking action

Life Rescue classes are being offered at school and all students are expected to attend. Thomas doesn't take it seriously. Little does he know about what's coming his way.

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In this episode: • consequences of gossip • looking for truth *poetry *heritage

A heritage project leads Thomas and his friends to explore the mysterious story of the local "haunted house" and the two old ladies who lived there in isolation. Will truth finally have get the final word?

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In this episode: • friendship • self-esteem • peer pressure • changes in relationships

Simon feels left out as he hasn't identified things he really likes yet. He finally achieves a sense of belonging when he excels at track and makes the team. Will the meaning of friendship as our friends kno...

In this episode: • life’s cycles • loneliness • giving time to others • valuing the elderly • civic responsibility in the context of Remembrance Day/War Veteran’s Day
Teachers can also use any or all episodes in the classroom with a normal rental.

Miss Kaplan's cats are special to her - they ...

In this episode: • honesty • cheating • valuing other’s differences • consequences of actions • personal strengths and weaknesses

Eddie and several other students just don't take their math teacher seriously. After all, he talks with hesitation, is forgetful and can't seem to even be able to ...

In this episode: • honouring others • friendship • the meaning and spirit of Christmas • innocence of childhood • sibling relationships • importance of family

Thomas just loves making fun of Tracy because she believes in Santa Claus. How quickly things can change! With a potential tragedy in S...

In this episode: • valuing individuality • family relationships • forgiveness • jealousy • feelings and emotions

Dennis comes home from college - with a new girlfriend. The family does its best to adapt to this new weird and wonderful girl. Thomas however is not coping so well. In trying to ma...

In this episode: • peer pressure • self esteem • responsibility • jealousy • exploring changing emotions

The high school crowd is having a party and it's initiation into the big time. Only, he is supposed to baby-sit Tracy. Of course, he comes up with a scheme but there is a price to pay for p...

In this episode: • self esteem • family commitment • appreciating individual differences • setting priorities and goals • jealousy

The Thompson family is finally adopting Alex. Everyone seems happy. Thomas, however, is not so sure. Now that everything is confirmed, what's holding him?

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In this episode: • taking risks • honesty • making appropriate choices • consequences of actions • leadership skills

Thomas finds the way to get in touch with the hottest rock group in the country and takes on himself to book them for a concert in Maplewood. Only, he signs a contract and is st...

In this episode: • career preparation • personal fulfillment • handling stress • dealing with difficult people

Career choices in grade 8? Thomas figures it's a little early for major decisions. Nevertheless, a project in school will challenge them to find a true passion, or this place where ev...

In this episode: • earning trust • handling responsibility • sibling relationships • following rules • maturity • respect for others • valuing others

Thomas's parents must go away and decide to trust the children on their own for 24 hours. While deep in self created trouble, our friends learn ...

In this episode: • personal safety • recognizing limits • respecting parent’s decisions • dealing with conflicting ideas • unsafe risks • family rules • making decisions

Thomas has just won a scooter in a contest and he can't wait to ride it. However, his parents think that he is too young and...