A young turtle named Franklin learns social lessons as he grows up with his family and friends.

The popular children's books, written by Paulette Bourgeois, come alive in this television series about a turtle named Franklin. Each episode has a story of Franklin and his friends. You'll meet his parents, Bear (his best friend), Goose, Beaver, Rabbit, Mr. Owl, Badger and Snail along with other animal friends. You will follow the adventures of Franklin as he learns about the world around him, and how to be an honest turtle with good character.—CindyH

Franklin is an irrepressible turtle who, together with his forest friends, works his way through everyday dilemmas. Like most children, Franklin often learns by making mistakes. Along the way, he discovers how he fits into the world and how the world fits him. When he fibs, gets lost or acts bossy, he usually finds solutions himself, learning lessons the Franklin way.—Hotlink