Air date: 12/14/96

Arnold tries to find Mr. Hyunh's daughter as he carries out his duty as Mr. Hyunh's secret Santa. Meanwhile, Helga attempts to find the perfect Christmas present for Arnold.

Benchwarmer

Air date: 12/16/96

Arnold and the gang play on a basketball team, but their coach tells them to throw the ball to one person, his son, Tucker.

Cool Jerk

Air date: 12/16/96

A cool older boy named Frankie befriends Arnold but soon Arnold realizes Frankie is a burglar, who needs him to rob a store.

Das Subway

Air date: 12/23/96

The gang encounters trouble while traveling in the subway.

Wheezin’ Ed

Air date: 12/23/96

The gang travels to Elk Island to find a pirate treasure.

Tutoring Torvald

Air date: 12/30/96

Arnold must tutor a 13-year-old fourth grade bully in math.

Gerald Comes Over

Air date: 12/30/96

Gerald visits Arnold at his house and gets to know about its wacky inhabitants.

Spelling Bee

Air date: 1/6/97

Arnold competes in a Tri-City spelling bee for a large cash prize. Helga's dad encourages Helga to win, since her sister has never lost a spelling bee.

Pigeon Man

Air date: 1/6/97

Arnold confronts a man that has known and trusted pigeons all his life after his pigeon is wounded.