Ep 9. A Day to Remember

Elena of Avalor season 1 episode 9, titled "A Day to Remember," follows Elena and her friends as they prepare for the Dia de los Muertos celebration. This is a day when families in Avalor gather to honor their ancestors who have passed away. Elena is excited to be a part of the celebration and remembers her own family's traditions. She wants to create new memories with her friends by making altars for their loved ones and decorating with flowers.

As they prepare for the celebration, a mysterious shadow begins to follow Elena and her friends. They are not sure what it is but it seems to be getting closer and closer every time they look back. Elena is worried that it may be a ghost and decides to investigate. She gathers clues and eventually discovers that it is not a ghost but a friendly cat that has been following them. She names the cat Cielo and together, they continue to work on their altars.

As the day of the celebration arrives, everyone gathers in the market square to honor their ancestors. There are colorful decorations, delicious food, and joyful music. Elena and her friends proudly display their altars and share stories about their loved ones who have passed away. They also invite Cielo to join them and honor any of her furry friends who have crossed the rainbow bridge.

However, the celebration takes a turn when the shadow that has been following Elena and her friends reappears. This time it reveals itself to be a group of mischievous Jaquins who have been playing tricks on them. They are amused to see Elena and her friends scared and decide to have some more fun by stealing some of their offerings from the altars.

Elena is upset by their behavior and decides to confront them. She learns that they did not mean any harm and were only trying to have fun. Elena explains to them the importance of the Dia de los Muertos celebration and how it is meant to honor their ancestors, not scare each other. The Jaquins apologize and help Elena and her friends complete their altars properly.

The episode ends with Elena and her friends enjoying the rest of the celebrations, happy to have created new memories and honored their loved ones. They also make a new friend in Cielo and promise to honor her every year during the Dia de los Muertos celebration.

Overall, "A Day to Remember" is a heartwarming episode of Elena of Avalor that celebrates the rich cultural traditions of Dia de los Muertos. It teaches children about the importance of honoring their ancestors and how to be respectful of others' beliefs. The episode also showcases the value of friendship and working together towards a common goal.