The fantastical characters of Hop-A-Long and Shoo-Fly were created in 1997 by Singapore American School, Primary Principal, David Hoss. Hop-A-Long and his mischievous sidekick Shoo-Fly, performed by Assistant Principal, Ken Schunk, deliver educational content, curriculum and light hearted entertainment to students and teachers alike.

Over time, as Hop-A-Long and Shoo-Fly became increasingly popular, additional supporting characters and educational content were included and Hop-A-Long's Schoolhouse was born. The show was put to film in 2008 and the format expanded to instill environmental awareness, global responsibility and a culture of character for all children. Through a combination of literature, vocabulary, science, music, movement and laughter "Hop-A-Long's Schoolhouse" takes us on a fabtacular journey to explore the world around us, reminding us to be good caretakers of our planet Earth and to always"...keep laughing and learning."