72 Macworld • December 2019FEATURE
a few episodes of it. It’s about four monsters who,
true to their name, help visitors to their shop with
various problems. In one case, someone needs
help learning a new skill; in others, someone’s
trying to plan a mountain climbing trip or get
access to a water tower.
The best message to come out of Helpsters
is that children (and adults) can get a lot
done by making a plan and sticking to it, and
Helpsters communicates this message with a
blend of catchy songs and tips on how to divvy
up responsibilities. It also emphasizes that
organization isn’t always easy, as some characters
need explicit instructions before they’re able to
complete their tasks effectively.