Ep 4. Franklin's Spaceship/Franklin and the Missing Monarch Mystery
- TV-Y
- March 12, 2012
- 23 min
Franklin and Friends season 2 episode 4 features two separate stories, "Franklin's Spaceship" and "Franklin and the Missing Monarch Mystery."
In "Franklin's Spaceship," Franklin is inspired by a book he reads about space exploration and decides to build his own rocket ship with his friends. They gather materials and work together to construct their spaceship, but they soon realize they need to come up with a plan to power it. With the help of their parents, they learn about renewable energy sources and devise a plan using solar power to launch their spaceship. Will their rocket ship take them to the moon or will they encounter some unexpected obstacles along the way?
In "Franklin and the Missing Monarch Mystery," Franklin and Bear are excited to participate in the annual Monarch Butterfly Migration Festival. However, when they arrive, they discover that all the butterflies have disappeared without a trace. The festival is in danger of being canceled and the pair decides to investigate the mystery. With the help of their friends, they gather clues and try to solve the case. Can they find the missing monarchs and save the festival in time?
With themes of exploration, problem-solving, and teamwork, these two stories are engaging and educational for young viewers. The episodes highlight the importance of renewable energy and conservation efforts, as well as the benefits of working together to solve problems. Fans of the series will enjoy seeing familiar characters and experiencing new adventures with Franklin and his friends.