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The Mermaid in the Mall Problem/The Painting Problem

Through engaging stories and physical comedy, PEG + CAT inspires preschool children to see math as exciting, accessible, and fun. The show teaches measurement, shapes and patterns, and a wide range of fundamental pre-math skills. Ages: 2-5 Educational Goal: Mathematics

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The Mermaid in the Mall Problem/The Painting Problem

Season 2 Episode 2 | 26m 41s | CC

When a furniture store becomes a magical forest, Peg and Cat must become Knights of the Round Table - if only they can find a round table! / To get purple paint for their masterpiece, famous painters Peg Casso and Vincent Van Goo (Cat) need a whole new kind of addition.

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