Once, Twice, Three Times Afraidy

Poryes, M., Correll, R., & O’Brien, B. (Writers), & Christiansen, R. (Director). (2009). Once, Twice, Three Times Afraidy [Television series episode]. In R. King (Producer). Hannah Montana. Hollywood, CA: It’s Laughing Productions.

Plot Description: Miley gets set up on a blind date with Tim by her two best friends, Lilly and Oliver, who happen to be dating. The date goes badly but they continue to try to set her up so she has a boyfriend. Miley isn’t interested in dating right now and becomes frustrated. She tries to get them to stop by paying a guy to act like her faux boyfriend. The plan is blown and her friends finally understand that she is happy being single right now.

Genre: Humorous, Friendship

Age Group: This TV Show would be appropriate for grades 5-8.

Similar Shows: Hannah Montana: The Movie, released 4/10/09, Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert

Personal Thought: This TV series showcases many of the issues that younger teens are facing and they can easily relate to the topics.

Subject/Themes: Teenage relationships, Friendship

Awards: American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP)- Top Television Series 2006, 2008, & 2009, Kids Choice Awards- Favorite Television Actress 2007 & 2008, Teen Choice Awards- Choice TV Show in Comedy and Favorite TV Actress 2007 & 2008, Young Artist Award– Best Family Television Series and Best Performance in a TV Series– Leading Young Actress 2008, Gracie Allen Awards- Outstanding Female Lead in a Comedy Series 2008 & 2009.

Character Description: Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana is a teenager who lives a double life. During the day she is a normal, everyday girl, but at night she turns into a famous pop singer called Hannah Montana. Only her close friends and family know her real identity.

Lilly is one if Miley’s best friends. She is dating Oliver and believes that Miley also needs to have a boyfriend.

Annotation: Just because all of your friends start pairing up doesn’t mean that it is the norm. Watch as Miley shows her friends that she can be perfectly happy without a boyfriend!

Miscellaneous Information: Hannah Montana debuted on 3/24/06.