If you’re a WordGirl super-fan and happen to catch “Bonkers for Bingo,” (online at PBS Kids Go!) keep your ears open for two characters introduced just before the final bingo competition. ”David Higginbotham” was the best man at my wedding, and “Mona Fallenbuchel” is my grandmother. When I’m writing a script that calls for new characters, I always try to sneak in loved ones with hilarious-but-real names. Also, Grammie is a huge bingo enthusiast, so in a way the whole episode is a testament to her passion for the game. Grammie likes to joke that when her birthday rolls around, she’s only turning 39, so I made WordGirl’s winning number B-39. Grammie will always B-39!
