Ep 5. Good Times
- January 9, 1998
Bear in the Big Blue House is a beloved children's show that follows the adventures of a large brown bear named Bear and his friends who live in a big blue house in the woods. In season 2 episode 5, titled "Good Times," Bear and his friends are feeling a bit down and are in need of some cheering up.
The episode begins with Bear noticing that his friends seem a bit sad. Tutter the mouse is feeling left out because everyone seems to be too busy to play with him, while Ojo the bear is upset because she accidentally broke a piece of pottery that belonged to her grandmother. Luna the moon and Ray the sun also sense that something is wrong and come to see if they can help.
Bear decides that the best way to cheer his friends up is to have a "Good Times" party. He invites everyone to come to the big blue house and bring their favorite things to do for a day filled with fun and laughter.
As the party gets underway, the friends start to open up and share their feelings. Tutter reveals that he's been feeling left out because he's the only one who can't fly like the others, but Bear reassures him that he's still an important member of the group. Ojo admits that she's upset about breaking her grandmother's pottery, but everyone tells her that accidents happen and it's important to forgive herself.
Throughout the day, the friends engage in various activities that they enjoy. Pip and Pop, the otters, lead a game of tag, while Treelo the lemur shows off his dance moves. Bear even leads the group in a sing-along of a catchy tune called "Good Times."
As the day draws to a close, the friends all gather around a bonfire and share their favorite memories of the good times they've had together. Tutter tells a funny story about the time he accidentally got covered in flour, while Ojo shares a sweet moment when she and her grandmother made pottery together.
Bear then reminds everyone that even when things aren't going well, there are always good times to be had. He encourages his friends to keep looking for the positive in every situation and to never forget the joy of spending time with loved ones.
Overall, "Good Times" is a heartwarming episode that teaches children about the importance of friendship, fun, and positivity. With its catchy songs and adorable characters, Bear in the Big Blue House continues to be a beloved children's classic that will make audiences of all ages smile.