Ep 13. Caillou and the Tooth Fairy
- January 1, 2000
- 22 min
In season 2, episode 13 of the children's show Caillou, the young protagonist loses his first tooth and eagerly anticipates a visit from the Tooth Fairy. Throughout the episode, Caillou excitedly shares the news of his lost tooth with his family and friends, showing off the gap in his smile and wiggling his remaining teeth in anticipation.
However, as bedtime approaches, Caillou begins to worry that the Tooth Fairy won't come if he can't fall asleep. Despite his parents' reassurances that the Tooth Fairy will still visit if he's awake, Caillou struggles to calm his nerves and drift off.
The episode touches on themes of excitement, anticipation, and fear of the unknown, as well as the importance of communication and support from loved ones. Throughout the episode, Caillou's parents help him manage his expectations and ease his worries, reminding him that losing teeth and visits from the Tooth Fairy are a natural part of growing up.
As the night wears on, Caillou grows increasingly anxious, imagining scenarios where the Tooth Fairy might not come or might not leave him a gift. However, in the end, he drifts off to sleep and wakes to find a shiny quarter under his pillow, left by the Tooth Fairy in exchange for his lost tooth.
Overall, Caillou and the Tooth Fairy teaches young viewers about the excitement and apprehension that often come with milestones like losing teeth, and emphasizes the importance of support and understanding from parents and loved ones during these times of transition.