Winnie-the-Pooh FAQ
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And Other Things You Should Know
between the original books and the subsequent movies, shows, and books.
I defer to the original books for the definitive answers.
| I know Pooh spoke about unbirthdays. What did he have to say, and where did he say it? Obo from Texas |
Answer #126: | Winnie-the-Pooh didn't say anything about "unbirthdays". You'll find references to "unbirthdays" in Alice in Wonderland. An "unbirthday" is celebrated on any day that is not the celebrants' birthday. |
| I came across a reference to Aesop's "The Ass and the Thistle" and I was wondering if there was some connection to this and why Eeyore eats thistles? I tried to search it, but couldn't come up with anything. Thank you! Erin from Grand Forks, ND |
Answer #127: | Eeyore enjoys a donkey's diet which includes thistles. Donkeys also eat grass, straw, hay, tree leaves, bark, gorse bushes, wild flowers, and brambles. Check out Clovelly Donkeys for more information on Donkeys. |
| My son has recently started watching "My Friends Tigger and Pooh" on Playhouse Disney. When I first saw the new show, I thought it was strange that Christopher Robin wasn't there. Instead was a little girl by the name of Darby. Then I thought that it would make sense that Christopher Robin had moved on and maybe this was his daughter or other younger relative the animals had been gifted to. Then my husband saw an episode where Christopher Robin makes an appearance, still as a young boy. Maybe a cousin? What is Christopher Robin's role in this series? What is his relation to Darby? Thanks. This website is fantastic. Jennifer from Lompoc, CA |
Answer #128:
| Darby is the 6-year-old red-haired girl who appears in this new Disney series "My Friends Tigger and Pooh", an interactive, educational television series for preschoolers. She was not in any of the books by A.A. Milne. Darby is a new friend of Pooh and Tigger. Darby also has a puppy named Buster. Together, they solve mysteries in the 100 Aker Woods. While Christopher Robin is not a main character, he does make special appearances as the young boy we always knew. His first appearance was in Season 1, Episode 18 entitled "Many Thanks for Christopher Robin". [We understand that he appears due to overwhelming demand from parents who were very disappointed that Christopher Robin was not part of the series when it debuted earlier in 2007]. Darby is a friend of Christopher Robin, and is not a relative. |
| What do you think is the most suitable explanation for Christopher Robin going away in the last story? Mike Leung |
Answer #129: | At the end of the second book, Christopher Robin has a great discussion with Winnie-the-Pooh before he parts ways with Pooh and his friends in the 100 Aker Woods. This is a sign of Christopher Robin maturing. Christopher Robin talking to Winnie-the-Pooh: "I'm not going to do Nothing any more". Pooh: "Never again?" Christopher Robin: "Well, not so much. They don't let you." Still with his eyes on the world Christopher Robin put out a hand and felt for Pooh's paw. "Pooh," said Christopher Robin earnestly, "if I---if I'm not quite---" he stopped and tried again---"Pooh, whatever happens, you will understand, won't you?" Christopher Robin is growing up and he is leaving this part of his childhood behind, although he does let Pooh know that he won't be forgotten. So they went off together. But wherever they go, and whatever happens to them on the way, in that enchanted place on the top of the forest, a little boy and his Bear will always be playing. |
| Why does the pooh merchandise have the number 68? Brett from Columbus, OH and Curt, from Windham, ME |
Answer #130: | The number "68" is sewn into official Winnie-the-Pooh clothing as a way to differentiate it. According to Disney, "The number '68' has significance in the fact that the animated feature 'Winnie-the-Pooh and the Blustery Day' was released in 1968. It also was the only Winnie-the-Pooh film to win an Academy Award for an animated short film." |
| If I were invited to "elevenses" in the 100 Aker Woods, what exactly would that entail? Is it a party of sorts? Pamela, from Virginia |
Answer #131: | Elevenses is the plural of Eleven. "Pooh always liked a little something at eleven o'clock in the morning..." Elevenses is a meal that is similar to afternoon tea, but eaten in the morning. It is generally less savoury than brunch, and could consist of some cake or bread and a cup of tea. Winnie the Pooh preferred honey and a little condensed milk. "Rabbit said, 'Honey or condensed milk with your bread?' [Pooh] was so excited that he said, 'Both,' and then as not to seem greedy, he added, 'but don't bother about the bread, please.'" |
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