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Accordion to Tradition/Can’t Touch This

WordGirl enriches young audiences’ vocabulary, closes the gap for those who don’t grow up in language-rich environments, instills a love of language, and fosters better reading comprehension. Ages: 4-8 Educational Goal: Language and Literacy

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Accordion to Tradition/Can’t Touch This

Season 7 Episode 10 | 26m 25s | CC

Becky inherits Mrs. Botsford’s old accordion. At first, Becky is excited about learning an instrument, but quickly realizes that she isn’t very good. But her practice session gets cut short by Granny May. / The Botsfords stumble across WordGirl’s secret hideout. As Becky is rushing to get her family out, she hears the Whammer close by. If he discovers her hideout, WordGirl will be in trouble!

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