Ep 17. Hana-chan's Crawling Examination
- May 28, 2000
Description: Ojamajo Doremi season 2 episode 17, titled "Hana-chan's Crawling Examination", follows the magical adventures of a group of young girls known as the Ojamajos. In this episode, the girls face a brand new challenge as they help their friend Hana-chan, who is just beginning to crawl.
The episode begins with Hana-chan, the baby sister of one of the Ojamajos, being introduced to the concept of crawling. Hana-chan's mother explains how crawling is an important milestone for a baby's development, as it helps them explore their surroundings and develop their motor skills. However, much to everyone's surprise, Hana-chan seems uninterested in crawling and prefers to stay in her mother's arms.
Concerned about Hana-chan's progress, the Ojamajos decide to use their magic powers to create a magical crawling course for Hana-chan. With their wands in hand, the girls transform into their witch apprentice forms and create an enchanting obstacle course within their clubhouse. The course is filled with various stimulating objects and challenges to encourage Hana-chan to start crawling.
As Hana-chan is placed at the starting point of the course, the Ojamajos cheer her on, hoping that their efforts will help her find the motivation to crawl. However, Hana-chan remains unmoved and simply gazes at her surroundings without making any attempt to move.
Undeterred, the Ojamajos come up with a new plan. They transform into different animals and showcase their own crawling skills to inspire Hana-chan. With each transformation, the girls demonstrate the joy and freedom that crawling can bring. From rabbits hopping to cats gracefully maneuvering through an obstacle course, the Ojamajos try to capture Hana-chan's attention and ignite her curiosity.
Despite their best efforts, Hana-chan remains stubbornly immobile. Feeling disheartened, the Ojamajos wonder if they are doing something wrong. However, just as they are about to give up, they remember a crucial lesson they learned from their witch mentor, Majorika - sometimes, the magic lies within the heart.
Realizing that their magic spells may not be enough to encourage Hana-chan, the Ojamajos gather around her and sing a heartwarming song. Their voices resonate with love and care, creating an atmosphere of warmth and encouragement. Surrounded by her friends' affectionate melodies, Hana-chan's eyes light up, and she slowly begins to make her first tentative crawl.
Overjoyed by Hana-chan's progress, the Ojamajos continue singing, their voices infusing Hana-chan with confidence. With each step, Hana-chan's crawling becomes more purposeful and determined, as if she has finally found her own magical rhythm.
As Hana-chan completes the crawling course, the Ojamajos cheer and celebrate her achievement, their smiles filled with pride and happiness. Hana-chan's mother, who has been watching the entire scene, is moved to tears by her daughter's progress. She embraces Hana-chan lovingly, a testament to the power of love, encouragement, and the Ojamajos' magical friendship.
In the end, "Hana-chan's Crawling Examination" is an episode that beautifully captures the joy of supporting and cheering on a loved one's milestones. Through their magical adventures and heartfelt encouragement, the Ojamajos teach us the importance of patience, love, and the magical power that lies within each of our hearts. As Hana-chan continues to grow and explore the world, her friends will always be there to support her, in both magical and ordinary ways.