The show is about books and bringing them to life through the arts. It also touches upon the environment, self-concept, spontaneity and creative play. Treasure Time is produced by Lee Drescher, and has enjoyed a seven year run on local cable in an affluent suburb of Boston, MA. Treasure Time is now being shown on other, local stations as well, and live programs are being conducted in schools and libraries. All books featured are current and available.

Mrs. Treasure reads and discusses the featured book to a cast of children who then act out the story and the underlying theme of the day. Each half hour, stand-alone lesson can be woven into an ongoing series. A lexicon of songs, games and activities grows from show to show, to provide school teachers, day care providers and parents with a variety of tools for engaging children in reading and  related, artistic, multi-sensory activities. 

Music is an important part of Treasure Time, and kids  can join in the songs and games of Treasure Time wherever they are. The Treasure Time Song is sung at the beginning of every show, and it is a self affirmation:

You are a treasure, you are a gem,
You are a special sparkle of life.
You shine in your glory, you tell your own story,
You are precious, you are unique