''Batang Bibbo!'' () is a

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informative children show broadcast by

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. Hosted by Roxanne Barcelo, it premiered on November 8, 2008. The show concluded on November 21, 2009 with a total of 55 episodes. The show was awarded by ''Anak TV Seal''.

Overview

A weekly 30-minute educational show geared for Filipino preschool children ages three to six years old. It aims to develop the social skills and language development of children through entertaining and enriching methods that are curriculum-based, age appropriate and culturally enriching. The show featured puppets, Bi and Bo, Tsing and Gong in a magical learning place called ''Bibbolandia'' where they will meet new friends, learn new things and develop new skills. They are joined by the friendly Ate Anne ( Roxanne Barcelo) who will help them solve simple problems and take them to new worlds of learning and discovery through her fascinating songs and stories. Combining puppetry, songs, animation, storytelling and live action, the show promotes the proper use of

Filipino language Filipino (; , ) is an Austronesian language. It is the national language ( / ) of the Philippines, and one of the two official languages of the country, with English. It is a standardized variety of Tagalog based on the native dialect, spoke ...

. It will also highlight constructive interpersonal skills like sharing, helping, taking turns, making friends, confidence, honesty, respect for diversity, sportsmanship and other social skills.

Hosts

* Roxanne Barcelo as Ate Anne *

Renz Valerio Renz Michael Vijungco Valerio (born November 10, 1998)

* Franchesca Salcedo *

Angeli Nicole Sanoy Angellie Sanoy (born February 15, 2001) is a Filipina child actress. She rose to stardom after playing the role of Narda (young darna) in the 2009 TV series ''Darna'' along with Marian Rivera and Regine Velasquez. During the year of 2011 she pla ...

Puppets

* Bi * Bo * Tsing * Gong

Ratings

According to

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' Mega Manila household television ratings, the final episode of ''Batang Bibbo!'' scored a 10% rating.

Accolades

References

External links

* 2008 Philippine television series debuts 2009 Philippine television series endings Filipino-language television shows GMA Network original programming GMA Integrated News and Public Affairs shows Philippine children's television series {{Philippines-tv-prog-stub