Batang Bibbo! Explained

Genre:Informative
Developer:Auggie Rivera
Director:Tonipet Gaba
Presenter:Roxanne Barcelo
Narrated:Roxanne Barcelo
Open Theme:"Batang Bibbo" by Roxanne Barcelo
Country:Philippines
Language:Tagalog
Num Episodes:55
Executive Producer:
  • Jerome Ong
  • Joy Madrigal
Camera:Multiple-camera setup
Runtime:30 minutes
Company:
Network:GMA Network

is a Philippine television informative children show broadcast by GMA Network.[1] Hosted by Roxanne Barcelo, it premiered on November 8, 2008. The show concluded on November 21, 2009 with a total of 55 episodes.[2]

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. It will also highlight constructive interpersonal skills like sharing, helping, taking turns, making friends, confidence, honesty, respect for diversity, sportsmanship and other social skills.[3]

Hosts

Ratings

According to AGB Nielsen Philippines' Mega Manila household television ratings, the final episode of scored a 10% rating.[5]

Accolades

Accolades received by ! Year! Award! Category! Recipient! Result!
2009Anak TV AwardsMost Well-Liked TV ProgramBatang Bibbo[6]
23rd PMPC Star Awards for TelevisionBest Children Show[7]
Best Children Show HostRoxanne Barcelo
201024th PMPC Star Awards for TelevisionBest Children ShowBatang Bibbo![8]
Best Children Show HostRoxanne Barcelo

Notes and References

  1. http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=427567
  2. Web site: Archived copy . April 18, 2012 . CDO . June 20, 2012 . https://web.archive.org/web/20120620234308/http://www.cdo.com.ph/subpages/corporatenews/GMA7_Educational_Show.aspx . dead.
  3. Web site: GMA-7 unveils new children's show Batang Bibbo! . GMA Network. November 4, 2008 .
  4. Web site: Roxanne Barcelo nixes sexy image to host kids' show Batang Bibbo . PEP.
  5. Web site: AGB Mega Manila TV Ratings (Nov. 20-23): Talentadong Pinoy and Mel & Joey are weekend primetime winners . Santiago, Erwin . November 24, 2009 . PEP . April 12, 2018.
  6. Web site: Santiago, Erwin . Anak TV Seal Awards 2009 winners announced . August 20, 2020 . PEP . December 9, 2009.
  7. Web site: 23rd Star Awards for Television nominees bared . Reyes, William R. . October 26, 2009 . PEP . May 3, 2020.
  8. Web site: 24th Star Awards for Television nominees bared . Reyes, William R. . October 25, 2010 . PEP . May 2, 2020.