In September it’s back to school, but also a return to routine. A calming routine. And television is often part of it. Early in the morning or after returning from school. Whether magazines, educational programs for small children or realistic series for young people – the franchise offering here is diverse and entertaining.
Magazines
CURIUM
- Saturday 10:30 a.m. on ICI Télé and 6:00 p.m. on ICI Explora
In the tradition of the Débrouillards, Félix-Antoine Tremblay puts his body at the disposal of science to test concepts that explain the world around us. Examples include what happens underground, under water, or in our bodies when we feel strong sensations. We observe natural phenomena, we are told that it is possible to convert salt water into drinking water, to make trees fireproof and that plants have powers. Lots of good topics that stimulate the curiosity of children aged 9 and over and their parents.
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BIZZAROSCOPE
This magazine, which has just ended after 6 seasons, is a wonderful way to introduce young people aged 9 to 13 to the country. Mathieu Pichette (Gémeaux Prize winner for youth activities) takes part in unusual and often dangerous activities and also introduces us to all kinds of professions. In each show he also interviews a personality and takes part in humorous skits.
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THE HAPPY PATENTERS
- Sunday 8:45 a.m. on ICI Télé
In a second season, Jean-Sébastien Busque and Frédéric Choinière play two businessmen who do everything to implement major projects: a soapbox, a gravity simulator or a container swimming pool. All made from materials you can find at home. Projects that 9 to 13 year olds can do at home. Creativity, science, ingenuity and humor are present. The series, filmed in Estrie, stood out at several international festivals.
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Toddlers
MAIN KEY
- Monday to Thursday 6 p.m. on Télé-Québec
Who doesn’t know Passe-Partout, Passe-Carreau and Passe-Montagne? And cinnamon and plums? They have stood the test of time. Forty years later, they mark a new generation. With scenarios, nursery rhymes, songs. An educational program for young children to build confidence, respect and social skills, facilitate language and learn how to recognize emotions. And to have fun too. An opportunity to sing again. I have two eyes, so much the better. The fish fidget or brush, brush, brush, I brush my teeth.
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KILUCRU ISLAND
- Monday to Friday 5:00 p.m. on Télé-Québec
- Monday to Friday 8 a.m. from October 16th on ICI Télé
This series for toddlers (4 to 7 years old) takes us to a colorful island where members of the Belhumour-Lamour family live. There they meet legendary and friendly creatures, including the Sylvester Fairy and Monsieur Yeti. A newcomer who is not lacking in energy, Valy the vampire, appears.
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7 years and older
NO ENTRY
- Saturday 9:30 a.m. on ICI Télé
Lolo fans can find it for a third and final season. It’s the end of the school year and he’s excited to go to camp where all his friends will be. A vacation without parents! That was before he knew his half-sister would be there…as an instructor. Camp is also the opportunity for a first love. An enchanting series for 7 to 12 year olds based on the books of the same name.
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DRAZILLION
- Monday to Thursday 5:30 p.m. on Télé-Québec
Oli, Emma, Fabio and Rachel seem to have nothing in common, except for a search that begins in the skeleton museum. There they encounter the ghost of a captain who asks them to find the Drazilion, the mother creature of the fantastic world of Virmark. This quest takes them to the other side of a portal where they must learn to work together to solve the puzzles and overcome the challenges. You will also be confronted by a group of somewhat stupid Vikings. A larger-than-life adventure that leverages everyone’s strengths. And a return to the game for Normand Brathwaite.
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teenagers
FIRST TRIO
- Friday 5 p.m. on ICI Télé
Chloe plays hockey. Her talent and perseverance earned her an invitation to a Bantam AAA team selection camp. A girl… on a team of men. A presence that will not be unanimous and opens the door to tensions, jealousies, betrayals, doubts but also friendships. Achievement also means making sacrifices and taking your place. It’s also about finding a balance with what’s happening at school, with friendships, loves, disillusionment and hopes. Although the series, which is based on the books of the same name, is aimed at children aged 9 and over, there is something for the whole family.
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LIKE CHICKEN HEADS
- Monday to Thursday 6:30 p.m
- Tuesday to Friday 4:00 p.m
We find the lively everyday life of the Babin-Bibeau family. There are five of them, they live in the suburbs. We follow them at school and at home. There’s Victoria, the eldest, who’s more of a drama queen, Félix, who’s more reserved, and Flavie, the youngest and clumsiest, who often gets into trouble for doing the right thing. And mom and dad, modern parents, present, attentive. And a group of pretty colorful friends whose misadventures spill over into their living room. A series that entertains 9 to 12 year olds. And their parents, who smile as they recognize some of the problems they are witnessing.
THE KNIGHTS
The Yoopa channel has expanded its audience and is no longer just aimed at toddlers. The YOO+ program aims to reach old people who can immerse themselves in the world of Charlie, a young 14-year-old rider who is trying to regain self-confidence after a horse accident as an important championship approaches. . It is also a story of friendship and rivalry that she shares with the other riders in the club.
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