Ep 8. Madeline at the North Pole
- TVY
- October 28, 1995
- 22 min
Madeline at the North Pole is an episode from the third season of the animated television series, Madeline. The show is based on the popular children's book series by Ludwig Bemelmans. The premise of the series revolves around the daily adventures of a young French girl named Madeline, who lives in a Catholic boarding school called the "Ludwig Institute for the Very Young."
In this particular episode, Madeline and her classmates embark on a wintery adventure to the North Pole. The episode begins with the girls preparing for their journey. They pack their bags with warm clothes, snacks, and other supplies they will need for their trip. Madeline's teacher Ms. Clavel, who always accompanies the girls on their adventures, advises them to stay together and look out for one another.
The girls board a plane and set off on their journey to the icy North Pole. As they fly higher and higher, the girls look out the windows in awe of the breathtaking view. After a few hours, they finally arrive at their destination and are greeted by a group of friendly elves. The elves, who work for Santa Claus, show them around the North Pole and tell them about the different jobs they do to prepare for Christmas.
Madeline and her friends are amazed by the elves' hard work and dedication to making Christmas special for children all over the world. They visit the reindeer stables, where they meet Rudolph and the other famous reindeer. The girls are even given the opportunity to feed them and take them for a walk around the snow-covered fields.
Later, Madeline and her friends visit Santa Claus himself. They are thrilled to meet him and are amazed by his generosity and kindness. The girls tell Santa about their own Christmas wishes and he listens intently, making notes in his large book. After spending some time with Santa, the girls return to their lodge to rest and warm up.
The following day, the girls continue their adventure in the North Pole. They participate in a snowman-building contest and learn how to make hot cocoa from scratch. Madeline and her friends also go ice-skating on a frozen lake, which is a new experience for some of them.
As the day draws to a close, the girls gather around a cozy fire to reflect on their amazing adventure. They all agree that it was the best Christmas experience they have ever had. Madeline's teacher Ms. Clavel congratulates them on their excellent behavior and reminds them of the true meaning of Christmas - giving and joy.
Madeline at the North Pole is a heartwarming and fun-filled episode that captures the magic and wonder of Christmas. It is suitable for children of all ages and teaches important lessons about friendship, generosity, and the spirit of the holidays. The episode is also beautifully animated and features charming music that adds to the overall magical atmosphere.