Ep 13. Madeline and the Talking Parrot
- TVY7
- January 23, 1994
- 22 min
Madeline season 1 episode 13, titled "Madeline and the Talking Parrot," follows the adventures of the twelve little girls living in an old house in Paris, headed by their fearless leader, Madeline. In this episode, the girls encounter a parrot named Gary who can talk.
When Gary is brought to the house by Pepito, the girls’ mischievous neighbor, they soon discover that he has escaped from his cage. Despite his ornery personality, the girls are intrigued by the talking bird and decide to help him find his way back home.
While wandering the streets of Paris in search of Gary’s owner, the girls run into numerous obstacles. They encounter a street performer who believes Gary is his long lost parrot and tries to take him away. In addition, the girls are nearly caught by a dog catcher, and they are forced to dodge the authorities as they try to keep Gary hidden.
Despite these challenges, Madeline and her friends are determined to find Gary’s rightful owner. Finally, with the help of a friendly policeman, they are able to track down the parrot’s original owner at a pet store. The owner is thrilled to be reunited with Gary and is grateful to the girls for their help.
Throughout the episode, Madeline demonstrates her leadership skills and resourcefulness. She inspires her friends to work together and think creatively to solve their problems. Her quick thinking allows the girls to outsmart the street performer and evade the dog catcher while keeping Gary safe.
In addition to the exciting plotline, "Madeline and the Talking Parrot" also teaches important lessons about kindness and empathy. Despite Gary’s ungrateful behavior, the girls continue to treat him kindly and work to help him find his way home. They also show compassion for the street performer and recognize his sadness at losing his parrot.
Overall, "Madeline and the Talking Parrot" is a charming and heartwarming episode that showcases the courage and kindness of Madeline and her friends. It is an excellent addition to the series and is sure to entertain viewers of all ages.