 The Magic Garden, one of the most successful, locally produced children s television shows in the country, was broadcast on WPIX New York, from the early 1970 s to the mid 1980 s. Fifty-two half-hour episodes and a one hour holiday special were created to meet FCC requirements as set forth in the Children s Television Act of that time. Stars Carole Demas and Paula Janis helped create the show. In a colorful garden setting they brought stories, songs, games, lessons and laughter to their devoted fans. Critical acclaim followed quickly from many publications including The New York Daily News and Television/Radio Age. In addition, Carole and Paula s work on the show was commended by various luminaries in the field of Early Childhood Education and Development, among them: The Chairperson of Brooklyn College Early Childhood Education Division, and the Coordinator of Child Psychology at Lenox Hill Hospital, New York. They received citations from Action for Children s Television and Children s Television Workshop. Ratings were equal to or exceeded those of Sesame Street and other shows of this genre (Mr. Rogers Neighborhood, Romper Room, Captain Kangaroo, etc.).