Dora the Explorer

'Dora, the Explorer' ('Dora la exploradora') is an animated series produced by Nickelodeon and Mattel Television, created by Chris Gifford, Valerie Walsh Valdes, and Eric Weiner. It premiered in 2000 and aired until 2014, with a total of eight seasons and over 170 episodes, becoming one of the most influential children's programs of the early 21st century. Additionally, the series generated movies, specials, and a large number of spin-off products, from toys to books and video games.

The story follows Dora, a 7-year-old adventurous and curious girl, who travels to different places with her inseparable monkey Boots, with whom she solves puzzles and completes missions. Each episode is designed interactively so that children can participate by answering questions, helping Dora choose paths, and using magical objects like the Map or the Backpack, which become recurring characters within the series.

The original voice cast includes Kathleen Herles as Dora in the early seasons, while other recurring characters like Boots or Swiper were voiced by specialized voice actors. Throughout the series, various secondary and antagonist characters were introduced, such as Swiper, the thieving fox, who tries to complicate Dora's missions, teaching young viewers values about problem-solving, honesty, and perseverance.

The impact of Dora, the Explorer was notable: in addition to popularizing the format of interactive educational programming, the series helped introduce children to bilingualism, promoting basic learning of English and Spanish in a fun and dynamic way. Its international success led to adaptations, movies, and even a live-action version released in 2019, establishing Dora as one of the most iconic children's characters in modern television.