Ep 2. Breezy Rider / Swamp Thing
- TV-Y
- November 30, 2015
- 24 min
Nature Cat is an animated TV show for kids that airs on PBS Kids. The show is centered around a house cat named Fred, who transforms into an outdoor adventurer named Nature Cat. In the second episode of season 1, titled "Breezy Rider / Swamp Thing," Nature Cat and his animal friends go on two exciting adventures.
In the first half of the episode, "Breezy Rider," Nature Cat and his friends Tally, Squeeks, and Hal decide to go on a bike ride through the park. However, Nature Cat is hesitant to ride a bike because he's never done it before. Tally comes to the rescue by offering to teach him how to ride a bike. Using her own pink bicycle, Tally teaches Nature Cat how to balance and pedal for the first time.
After some practice, Nature Cat gets the hang of it and is excited to go on the bike ride with his friends. However, the wind picks up and becomes quite strong, causing Nature Cat to worry if he can handle it. Tally encourages Nature Cat by reminding him of his newfound biking skills, and he finally decides to give it a try. When they start the bike ride, the wind is very strong, but Nature Cat focuses on his breathing and finds that the bike ride is really fun despite the strong wind.
In the second half of the episode, "Swamp Thing," Nature Cat and his friends are excited to explore a nearby swamp. They come across a tree that has a face on it, shocking Squeeks. However, Hal reassures Squeeks by explaining that it's just a "Tree Face" and is actually quite common in the swamp. They continue on and come across a muddy swamp pond. Squeeks, who is afraid of getting dirty, is hesitant to go in. However, Hal jumps in and starts playing in the mud, convincing Squeeks to join in the fun.
As they continue exploring, they come across a strange creature that looks like a cross between a plant and an animal. They name it "Swamp Thing" and are amazed by its unique features, such as its ability to camouflage itself and its long tongue. Nature Cat is especially fascinated and starts to research more about this creature. They eventually learn that it's called a "Sundew Plant" and is a carnivorous plant that traps insects with its sticky leaves.
Overall, "Breezy Rider / Swamp Thing" is a fun and educational episode that teaches kids about facing fears, trying new things, and learning about different creatures in the great outdoors. The show features colorful animation, catchy songs, and engaging storytelling that keeps kids entertained and engaged throughout the episode.