Ep 35. Celebrating Around the World
- January 28, 2008
Barney and Friends season 1 episode 35, titled "Celebrating Around the World," follows the adventures of Barney and his friends as they learn about different cultures and their unique ways of celebrating special occasions.
In this episode, Barney takes his friends on a trip around the world to explore different cultures and their celebrations. The first stop is Mexico, where they learn about the colorful and festive holiday, Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). The kids immerse themselves in the culture by trying traditional foods, making sugar skull crafts, and dancing to lively music.
Next, the group travels to China to experience the Chinese New Year, the most important holiday in Chinese culture, which is celebrated with fireworks, dragon dances, and delicious food. Barney and his friends learn about the different zodiac animal signs and the significance of the color red during the New Year.
The third stop is Africa, where the group learns about Kwanzaa, a week-long holiday celebrated by many African-Americans. The kids learn about the seven principles of Kwanzaa and create crafts to represent each principle. They also learn a traditional African dance to celebrate the holiday.
In Australia, the group learns about Aboriginal culture and their unique celebrations, such as the Corroboree dance and the Dreamtime stories. Barney and his friends are welcomed with a traditional dance and are taught how to create Aboriginal artwork.
The final stop on their trip is Italy, where they learn about the Carnival of Venice, a colorful and artistic masquerade ball. Barney and his friends create their own masks and costumes, and dance to traditional Italian music.
Throughout the episode, Barney and his friends learn about the importance of celebrating different cultures and respecting their traditions. They also learn new words in different languages and how to say "hello" and "goodbye" in each country. The kids have a blast experiencing the unique traditions and creating memories to last a lifetime.
Overall, "Celebrating Around the World" is a fun and educational episode that teaches kids about cultural diversity and the importance of respecting other cultures. It's a great way to expose children to different traditions and inspire them to learn more about the world around them.
