About this season
Ron and Natalie live on an island off the coast of South Carolina with their three children, James, Vanessa and Simeon; their niece, Shaina; and a giant tadpole named Binyah Binyah Poliiwog. Together they learn about life and culture and getting along with others.
Episodes (21)
1. Family Day
Aired 7 December 1997 • 24 min
James is upset when Saturday doesn't go as he planned but learns that it's best to just relax and be flexible.
2. A Gullah Gullah Christmas
Aired 12 December 1997 • 24 min
Shaina dreams that she is in the north pole.
3. Lightning is Frightening
Aired 27 December 1997 • 24 min
The family tries to help Vanessa overcome her fear of thunder and lightning.
4. Campout
Aired 9 February 1998 • 24 min
The family goes on a camping trip in the woods. Shaina is nervous about it because it's her first time camping but the family helps her have fun with it.
5. Magic Show
Aired 12 February 1998 • 24 min
James can't seem to get his magic tricks to work.
6. Polliwog Day
Aired 13 February 1998 • 24 min
The family learns all about frogs.
7. Binyah the Barbarian
Aired 16 February 1998 • 24 min
Binyah Binyah learns proper table etiquette and how to act at an anniversary party.
8. The Mighty Cootas
Aired 17 February 1998 • 24 min
Shaina and Binyah Binyah play baseball for the Cootas and learn that being a good sport is the right thing to do when playing games, no matter if you win, lose, or even make a mistake.
9. Big and Small
Aired 23 February 1998 • 24 min
The family goes on a bicycle outing, Shaina teaches Simeon many new things.
10. The Hottest Day of the Year
Aired 25 February 1998 • 24 min
On a very hot day, the air conditioning in the house breaks, and everyone try to find new ways to cool off.
11. Here Come the Hatchlings
Aired 4 March 1998 • 24 min
Vanessa stays home while the family goes with Ranger Mike to see turtles hatch.
12. Gullah Rocks
Aired 6 March 1998 • 24 min
When Vanessa goes to try out for the G-Funk Band, Shaina feels sad and lonely. But with help from Ron and Natalie, she eventually builds her confidence and learns to be herself.
13. James' New Buddy
Aired 10 March 1998 • 24 min
The family is introduced to James's new friend. However, Vanessa and Jessica bicker.
14. Simeon's Day
Aired 12 March 1998 • 24 min
Simeon has a special day with many surprises including hot dogs for breakfast and a puppet show.
15. Binyah Goes to School
Aired 16 March 1998 • 24 min
Binyah Binyah goes to school with the kids.
16. A Barrel of Laughs
Aired 24 March 1998 • 24 min
The gang tries to make each other laugh on "Tickle My Ticklebone Day".
17. The Big Sleepover
Aired 2 April 1998 • 24 min
The children feud over who gets to sleep in the living room during each other own sleepovers.
18. Stray Dog Blues
Aired 7 April 1998 • 24 min
Jessica's dog runs away right before the Gullah Gullah Island pet show.
19. Shaina's Birthday
Aired 13 June 1998 • 24 min
It's Shaina's fifth birthday and she's excited about Sudzy the clown coming over. But when Ron gets the news about Sudzy having a cold and not being able to make it, Shaina is upset and tries to cancel her party. But with help from the family, Shaina changes her mind and decided that it turned out to be the best birthday she's ever had and wishes she could have one like this every day.
20. You Wanna Salsa?
Aired 6 December 1999 • 24 min
Salsa fever hits Gullah Gullah Island! The gang learns how to dance it, play it, and even meets one of the greatest salsa musicians of all time--Tito Puente!
21. Shake, Rattle and Roll
Aired 8 December 1999 • 24 min
Shaina receives her first pair of tap shoes and Binyah Binyah is excited to see that you can make music with your feet.