My Hometown

Thomas trades his precious comic collection against an expensive art book with Barry for one week. When an accident ruins the book, Thomas gets much more than he bargained for. In this episode: self responsibility, respect for the property of others, conflict resolution, understanding feelings.

Thomas is shocked when he discovers that not only his grandmother's house is being sold, but all her furniture too. He wants to save her old rocking chair for himself, but problems are coming his way. In this episode: family heritage, memories, responsibilities for actions.

Cousin Alex comes to live with the Thompson Family. Thomas' initial excitement dulls quickly when Alex's competitive spirit makes Thomas feel inadequate. In this episode: accepting oneself and others, family support, dealing with change, dealing with conflict, safety awareness

Older brother Dennis is now about to leave home for university. He gets a new car from Dad, and Thomas surprises him drinking with friends. Concerned for his safety, he decides to steal his car. Oh boy! In this episode: separating from a loved one, leaving home, dealing with change, drinking and driving.

Thomas' interest in magic leads him to promise a magic show to the local hospital. Tracy wants to play along, but she is such a pain. Or is she, really? In this episode: honouring commitments, valuing others, cooperation, sibling relationships.

Simon is tired of working for his dad and wants a job of his own. With good will, Thomas pushes him into an adventure with surprising consequences for everyone. In this episode: peer pressure, accepting consequences, valuing one's background, family loyalty.

Thomas is talked into running for president of the student council. Swept by the attention the limelight offers, he realizes that one need more than ideas to really make a difference. In this episode: valuing individual differences, peer pressure, self esteem.

Simon invites Thomas for an NHL hockey game, but his mother has planned a birthday party for his uncle George on the very same day! Why now? Well, perhaps later won't do for this time around. Here comes a big reality check. In this episode: family changes, love and commitments, sickness, family loyalty.

Thomas develops a crush on Susan, the prettiest and most popular girl in school. Against their best judgement, Lisa and Simon try to help. Is Susan leading Thomas to nothing? Why do fools fall in love? In this episode: popularity, peer pressure, love and infatuation, friendship.

Adventureworld, here we come! Who needs the milk festival with such a plan? One can get out of Maplewood, but can one leave Maplewood behind just like that? After all,there's no place like home! In this episode: being grateful, changing plans, celebrate each day.

Lisa develops a crush on Brad, the captain of the football team and eagerly wants to attend the high school dance in the hope to win his heart. Her parents say she is too young but she schemes a plan and goes anyway, setting herself to learn a valuable lesson. In this episode: true friends, true feelings, changing nature of relationships.

Life rescue classes are being offered at school and all students are expected to attend. Thomas doesn't take it seriously. Little does he know about what's coming his way. In this episode: personal responsibility, rights and responsibilities, taking a stand, taking action.

An heritage project leads Thomas and his friends to explore the mysterious story of the local "haunted house" and the two old ladies who lived there in isolation. In this episode: consequences of gossip, looking for truth, poetry, heritage.

Simon feels left out as he has not identified things he really likes yet. He finally achieves a sense of belonging when he excels at track and makes the team. The meaning of friendship as our friends knows it goes through changes. In this episode: friendship, self-esteem, peer pressure, changes in relationships.