Ep 7. Back to Nature
- January 13, 1998
In episode 7 of season 2 of Bear in the Big Blue House, titled Back to Nature, Bear takes his friends on a nature walk to explore the great outdoors. He wants to teach them the importance of being in touch with nature and living sustainably, as well as the importance of respecting and appreciating the environment.
The episode begins with Bear greeting the viewers and his friends, Ojo, Tutter, Pip, and Pop, in the living room of his big blue house. Bear tells them that he wants to take them on a nature walk and teaches them how to respect the environment by not littering and being mindful of their surroundings. The group is excited to see the beauty of the outdoors and Ojo brings her sketchpad to capture the scenery.
As the group sets out on their nature walk, they discover various plants and animals that inhabit the forest. They find a tree with a hole in it, and Tutter explains that it could be a potential home for animals like squirrels or birds. They come across a creek and Bear teaches them about the importance of water and how it supports all forms of life. They even find some wildlife like rabbits and deer along the way.
During the walk, Pip and Pop start to feel tired and thirsty, but Bear has the perfect solution. He shows them how to safely drink water from a stream and even filters it through a cloth to remove any impurities. Bear tells them how important it is to stay hydrated while out in nature and how we should always be respectful to the environment.
As they continue their walk, Ojo takes some time to sketch some of the beautiful flowers they see along the way. Bear notices that the flowers are starting to wilt and teaches the group about the importance of conservation and how we can help preserve the natural world. He tells them about how planting more trees and reducing waste can make a big difference in helping the environment.
The group also learns about the cycle of life as they come across a fallen log. Bear explains how it will decompose and provide nutrients for the soil, helping to grow new plants. They also discover that the log is home to many insects, and Bear explains how they play an important role in the ecosystem.
As the walk comes to an end, the group makes their way back to the big blue house. Bear reminds them to take what they've learned about respecting and appreciating nature with them wherever they go. Ojo brings back her sketches and shows them to everyone, summarizing the beautiful things they saw during the nature walk.
Overall, episode 7 of Bear in the Big Blue House season 2, titled Back to Nature, teaches children the importance of being mindful of the environment and living sustainably. Bear and his friends share their love for the outdoors as they explore and discover the beauty of the natural world. Through the various plants and animals they encounter along the way, the group learns about the interconnectedness of all living things and the importance of respecting the environment.
