Ep 8. How Do People Catch a Cold?

As the cold season sets in, the StoryBots go on a mission to find out how people catch a cold. They start by sneaking into a human nose to observe the virus that causes it all. Hap, Beep and Boop follow the virus as it is breathed out from a person's mouth and into the air. They observe how the virus can spread rapidly from one person to another through sneezing and coughing.

The intrepid StoryBots also visit a science lab, where a scientist explains how cold viruses spread and cause the common cold. They find out that the virus can live on surfaces like doorknobs and spreads easily when people touch their noses or mouths after touching these surfaces. This insight inspires them to go back out into the world and help people learn how to avoid catching colds.

They visit a school where they teach the children how to prevent colds. They talk about washing hands frequently and covering one's mouth while coughing or sneezing. The kids are excited to learn and are seen taking notes as they listen to the StoryBots. The team then visits a grocery store where they educate shoppers about the importance of keeping their hands clean and carrying hand sanitizers.

Back in the human nose, the StoryBots observe the cells that work tirelessly to fight off the cold viruses. They see how the inside of the nose turns into a war zone as the white blood cells take on the invading viruses. They learn about the importance of having a strong immune system and how eating healthy foods can help keep the immune system functioning optimally.

The show also touches on the misconception that cold temperatures cause the common cold. The StoryBots explain that while cold temperatures can weaken the immune system, it is the virus that causes the cold, and not the cold weather itself.

As the episode ends, the StoryBots summarize all that they have learned about how people catch the cold and how to avoid it. They sign off with a musical number that recaps all the important prevention techniques that the viewers can use to avoid catching a cold. Overall, the episode is entertaining and informational, making it a great resource for parents and children alike.