This is a list of Dora the Explorer episodes that aired between August 26, 2003-April 22, 2004. This season introduced a new opening sequence that would continue onward up to the show's 6th season. This also introduced a star-catching sequence and what each star has the ability to do in the end credit sequence. Some of the episodes still use the original show's theme song from the 1st 2 seasons. Note: An asterisk signifies an episode lasting more than 30 minutes.