Ep 6. Project Trumpet
- TV-Y
- January 29, 2016
- 11 min
In Floogals season 1 episode 6 "Project Trumpet," the three curious and adventurous alien explorers embark on a new mission. This time, they are fascinated by a trumpet that they found in a music room. They try to figure out what it is and how it works. The Floogals decide to investigate by observing and listening to the sounds it produces.
The Floogals, Fleeker, Flo, and Boomer, split up to observe the trumpet from different angles. Fleeker, the green captain of the team, sits next to it and observes how it vibrates when the air flows through. He marvels at the sound the trumpet makes and becomes fascinated by the different pitches it produces. Flo, the blue scientist, takes a different approach. She examines the inside of the trumpet to see how the sound is produced and notices how the trumpeter changes the pitch using different air pressure techniques, which she then replicates. Boomer, the pink communication expert, is intrigued by how the trumpet amplifies its sound. He sets out to investigate and soon realizes the trumpet works like a megaphone; it projects the sound forward.
Throughout the episode, the Floogals observe the trumpet and its different parts and find ways to make it play different sounds. They even try to play it together, but they can't seem to get the hang of it. Eventually, they realize they need to work together to produce a beautiful sound. Despite their initial struggles, they keep trying, and eventually, the Floogals make beautiful music together, albeit not for too long!
The Floogals also showcase their problem-solving skills during the episode, trying to figure out how to transport the trumpet without damaging it. They decide to use a balloon to carry it, but the balloon ends up popping due to the weight. They then try the other option, using a cut-out paper airplane, and manage to transport the trumpet safely to their spaceship.
The episode aims to teach young children about music and how different objects can produce sound. It highlights the importance of teamwork and communication in achieving a shared goal. The Floogals' different approaches to observing the trumpet indicate that there can be different ways to approach a problem, and listening to and considering different perspectives can help in finding a solution.
Overall, "Project Trumpet" is an engaging and informative episode that encourages children to explore the world around them and foster an interest in music and creative problem-solving.